Tag: FIFA

Fenerbahce Blame Al-Ittihad for Kante–En-Nesyri Swap Collapse

N’Golo Kanté
January 2026

Fenerbahce blamed Al-Ittihad for the collapse of a deadline-day swap involving Kante and En-Nesyri, saying an incorrect entry in FIFA’s Transfer Matching System prevented completion. The Turkish club says both players were agreed and medicals were done. In a statement, Fenerbahce said it uploaded documents correctly, sought an extension and held discussions with FIFA, but the Saudi club failed to finish the process without explanation. The club promised to continue squad restructuring and acknowledged supporter disappointment.

Flick slams FIFA Best XI after Raphinha snub

Hansi Flick
December 2025

Hansi Flick blasted FIFA’s Best XI as a “joke” after Barcelona star Raphinha was omitted despite a treble-winning season. The Brazilian produced 18 goals and 10 assists in La Liga, plus 22 goal contributions in the Champions League, yet missed out on selection. Flick argued Raphinha’s influence, consistency and big-game output made his exclusion indefensible, especially after driving Barca’s semi-final run in Europe and Brazil’s strong year. He praised the winger’s relentless work rate and leadership, insisting awards voters had badly undervalued his contribution.

FIFA hits Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr with open-ended transfer ban

Cristiano Ronaldo
December 2025

Al-Nassr have been placed under a FIFA transfer ban that prevents them registering new players from December 19, with the sanction recorded as lasting “until lifted”. Several other Saudi clubs, including Al Shabab, Damac and Al Riyadh, have also been hit with similar restrictions. The ban’s duration and precise cause have not been publicly detailed, echoing a 2023 registration suspension resolved when Al-Nassr cleared outstanding financial obligations. The new halt creates major uncertainty around mid-season squad planning in Riyadh and could force the club to prioritise internal solutions.

Webb denies complaint cost Lisa Benn her FIFA role

Howard Webb
November 2025

Referee Lisa Benn has told an employment tribunal she was grabbed and “manhandled” by PGMOL coach Steve Child during a March 2023 VAR training game, claiming her complaint led to weaker references and ultimately cost her a place on FIFA’s international officials list. Child denies grabbing her, describing only a light guiding arm and rejecting accusations of sexist behaviour, while a PGMOL investigation deemed his conduct below the threshold for discipline; Benn insists female referees were treated differently and that her career progression stalled after speaking up.

One million tickets sold for World Cup 2026 pre-sale

FIFA World Cup 2026
October 2025

FIFA says over one million tickets were allocated in the Visa pre-sale draw across 212 countries as anticipation builds for the first 48-team World Cup in North America. Demand is led by host nations with phased sales continuing into general windows. Stadium allocations and knock-on travel planning will tighten as schedules lock.

FIFA plans crackdown on overseas league matches after UEFA reluctantly clears LaLiga and Serie A fixtures

FIFA
October 2025

FIFA is preparing to revise its global competition regulations to potentially ban domestic league matches staged abroad, following UEFA’s reluctant approval for Villarreal vs Barcelona in Miami and AC Milan vs Como in Perth. FIFA’s legal team is now exploring whether a full prohibition is enforceable under international football law.
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin emphasized the exceptional nature of the approvals, citing outdated FIFA rules from 2014 that lack clarity on such cases. FIFA aims to close loopholes by early 2026, amid concern that moving league fixtures overseas undermines home-fan access and distorts competition fairness. U.S. Soccer’s decision on hosting rights remains uncertain, with MLS reportedly opposing European league incursions.

Malaysia Appeals FIFA Ban on Seven Naturalised Players

Football Association of Malaysia
October 2025

Malaysia will appeal FIFA’s ruling that banned seven players for falsifying documents to gain eligibility for the national team. FIFA’s disciplinary report revealed the players’ claimed Malaysian ancestry was fabricated, with roots actually in Spain, Argentina, Brazil, and the Netherlands.
The players received 12-month bans and fines, while FAM was hit with a 350,000 Swiss franc penalty. FAM said it already prepared documents to support its appeal and will file promptly. The controversy threatens to destabilize Malaysian football, as the national team risks losing key squad members for an extended period.

FIFA Faces Multi-Billion Euro Lawsuit Over Transfer Rules

FIFA & Five National Football Associations
August 2025

FIFA and five national FAs face a class action lawsuit from a Dutch players’ foundation claiming unfair income restrictions from transfer rules, seeking billions in damages for 100,000 footballers. Sparked by a court win for Lassana Diarra, the case challenges FIFA’s contract termination and transfer rules, citing violation of EU labour rights. The Bosman-style case could reshape global player mobility.

Las Vegas to Host 2026 World Cup Draw

2026 World Cup
December 5, 2025

The official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in Las Vegas, as confirmed by multiple sources. The tournament will be the first to feature 48 teams across three nations.
Las Vegas was chosen after Canadian and Mexican venues were ruled out. The front-runner venue is the Sphere, a cutting-edge arena with massive screen capacity, ideal for showcasing global football’s biggest pre-tournament event.

James Rodríguez Blasts FIFA Over León’s Club World Cup Ban as Appeal Looms

León, James Rodríguez, Eduardo Berizzo
March 2025

FIFA expelled León from the Club World Cup due to shared ownership with Pachuca, prompting outrage from the team and its captain, who called the move unfair and damaging to the sport.
FIFA cited multi-club ownership rules, but León’s players and coach argue they’ve done nothing wrong. The club is appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, while Costa Rica’s Alajuelense has expressed interest in taking León’s spot.

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