Fouzi Lekjaa and Royal Moroccan Football Federation
17 October 2026

Fouzi Lekjaa will reportedly remain president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation after being appointed Morocco’s Minister of Economy, Finance and Public Performance. His dual responsibilities come as the country prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup with Spain and Portugal.

Moroccan reporting says Lekjaa intends to retain leadership of the football federation alongside his expanded government role. He previously served as Minister Delegate for the Budget and also holds senior positions within the Confederation of African Football. Morocco continues developing its World Cup infrastructure, including the Grand Stade Hassan II near Casablanca, which is competing to host the tournament final.

Paul Green, Bay FC and English women’s football
17 October 2026

Former Chelsea women’s football chief Paul Green has proposed introducing reserve teams into the English women’s football pyramid to address the shortage of competitive minutes available to young domestic players. The suggestion comes amid growing concerns over academy development and first-team opportunities.

Green, who helped Chelsea win 19 major trophies during his 13-year tenure, suggested that B teams could operate at the third level of the women’s football structure, drawing comparisons with arrangements in Germany and Spain. He also advocated carefully managed loan programmes. Green is now chief football officer at Bay FC and intends to strengthen the NWSL club’s squad and development infrastructure.

Rafael Marquez and Mexico national football team
17 October 2026

Mexico head coach Rafael Marquez has called for a fundamental change in the national team’s football culture after another disappointing World Cup campaign. The former Barcelona defender believes stronger mental preparation and a different approach to international competition are needed for Mexico to progress further.

Speaking at an international football forum, Marquez drew on his experiences across five World Cups and argued that Mexican football must change its mindset. He emphasised the importance of psychologists and mental-performance specialists within coaching teams to help players cope with pressure, social media and increasingly complex tactical demands. Marquez took charge after the 2026 World Cup.

Manchester City, Premier League and rival English clubs
17 October 2026

Rival Premier League clubs reportedly fear Manchester City’s appeal against its financial-rule breaches could continue into next season, prolonging uncertainty over league standings, European qualification and potential penalties. The disciplinary process remains unresolved despite the earlier finding against City.

An independent commission found City guilty of numerous financial-regulation breaches, but the club denies wrongdoing and has appealed. Reporting attributed to The Telegraph says other clubs are concerned about the time needed for further legal challenges and the absence of a confirmed sanction. Possible sporting penalties remain speculative, and no final punishment has been established.

Real Madrid, Javier Tebas and Spain’s National Sports Council
16 October 2026

Real Madrid have demanded the immediate resignation of La Liga president Javier Tebas after he compared the communication methods of the club’s television channel to Nazi propaganda techniques. Spain’s National Sports Council is reportedly considering whether the remarks warrant disciplinary action.

Tebas criticised Real Madrid TV’s repeated allegations about refereeing decisions and referenced propaganda methods associated with Joseph Goebbels. Real Madrid condemned the comparison as unacceptable and questioned his impartiality. Tebas defended his remarks, saying he was referring to communication techniques rather than Nazi ideology or the club’s supporters. No disciplinary sanction has been confirmed.