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'Matilda' scores as 2023 word of the year

Dictionary experts have declared "matilda" the word of the year after all eyes were on the national football team in the FIFA Women's World Cup.

AAP

‘We will fight’: Stephen Constantine on making history with Pakistan

The well-travelled English coach talks to Al Jazeera about taking on one of the toughest jobs in international football.

Al Jazeera

Eritrea withdrew from 2026 World Cup qualifying ‘over fears players will flee’

Eritrea’s FA withdrew its men’s team from qualifying over fears players would try to seek political asylum during trips abroad, according to sources close to the squad

The Guardian - UK

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Carli Lloyd Confirms USWNT Once Lost to Team of 15-Year-Old Boys

The match was a part of the USWNT’s preparation for a friendly vs. Russia.

Sports Illustrated

Palestinian soccer team prepares for World Cup qualifying games against a backdrop of war

Makram Daboub may be struggling to prepare his Palestinian team for the start of 2026 World Cup qualification but he takes some comfort — for now at least — that his players stuck in Gaza are safe

The Independent UK

How Saudi Arabia’s unchallenged 2034 World Cup bid could weaken Fifa’s human rights demands

In 2010, Qatar was awarded the rights to host the 2022 Fifa men’s World Cup. It marked the culmination of the small, oil-rich gulf nation’s long-term strategy to diversify its economy and strengthen its international standing through investment in sport, culture and tourism.

The Conversation

‘It’s so the young players can have a better future’: why Afghanistan’s men are on strike

Southend United midfielder Noor Husin is one of 18 players protesting against the way they have been treated by the country’s football federation and alleged corruption.

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Afghanistan players boycott World Cup qualifier with Qatar

Afghanistan players to boycott World Cup qualifier over treatment by football federation

The Independent UK

Jenni Hermoso reveals hopes for change following kiss scandal

Jenni Hermoso admitted it has been difficult for her following the aftermath of the World Cup final

The Independent UK

Eighteen Afghanistan men’s footballers to boycott World Cup qualifier

Eighteen players are boycotting the game against Qatar on Thursday in protest against what they describe as substandard treatment and alleged corruption

The Guardian - UK

Spain’s Jenni Hermoso reveals she received threats over Luis Rubiales kiss scandal

Rubiales was subsequently banned for three years by FIFA

The Independent UK

Clownish populist Infantino is complicit in Saudi Arabia’s colonisation of football

Gulf state’s land grab for 2034 World Cup is yet another example of cartoonish Fifa overlord putting self-interest before football

The Guardian - UK

Sandro Tonali facing new FA investigation over possible betting offences after Newcastle transfer

The midfielder is already serving a 10-month ban for betting on games involving his own clubs in Italy

The Independent UK

Sandro Tonali under FA investigation for possible further betting offences

The Newcastle midfielder is already serving a 10-month ban for betting on games involving his own club while with Brescia and AC Milan.

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The Independent UK

Sandro Tonali ban caught Newcastle by surprise, says club’s sporting director

Tonali will not be eligible to return to competitive action until August 27, 2024

The Independent UK

Dan Ashworth admits Sandro Tonali ban caught Newcastle by surprise

Tonali will not be eligible to return to competitive action until August 27, 2024.

The Hindu

Soccer’s prestigious Ballon d’Or awards to be co-organised by European governing body UEFA

UEFA and Groupe Amaury partner to co-organize Ballon d'Or awards, adding new awards for best coaches in men's and women's soccer. The relaunch will enhance the stature and global reach of the awards while fostering unity in the football community. UEFA will contribute football expertise, market global commercial rights and…

The Independent UK

Football heading back to a ‘dark time’ with Saudi Arabia World Cup

Saudi Arabia is the sole bidder for the 2034 men’s tournament and Fifa looks set to confirm the Middle Eastern nation as hosts

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The Independent UK

Football must change now after Saudi Arabia 2034 exposes ‘failure’ at the very top

Change is required for the global game, argues Miguel Delaney, given the current system, which has led to Saudi Arabia’s unchallenged bid for the 2034 World Cup, leads to a number of single-candidate campaigns and individuals holding immense power to shape the game for decades

The Guardian - UK

Head of African football says he wants to get Mali FA president out of jail

The president of the Caf has said it is his ‘duty’ to ensure the head of Mali’s FA is released from prison, in comments that may contravene Fifa’s code of ethics

The Independent UK

Football must change now after Saudi Arabia 2034 exposes ‘failure’ at the very top

Change is required for the global game, argues Miguel Delaney, given the current system, which has permitted Saudi Arabia’s unchallenged bid for the 2034 World Cup and led to a number of single-candidate campaigns and individuals holding immense power to shape the sport for decades

The Guardian - UK

Aitana Bonmatí is a worthy Ballon d’Or winner – watching her play is a joy

The brilliant Spain midfielder is making an impact on and off the pitch and deserves all the accolades coming her way

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia’s clear path to World Cup shows power of Fifa and Infantino

Saudi Arabia hosting the 2034 tournament has quickly become a certainty, even as the Gulf state’s wider ambitions remain unclear

The Independent UK

Fifa’s battle to regulate football agents gains momentum

The European Commission has backed the governing body’s decision to introduce stricter rules on agents

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia confirmed as sole bidder for 2034 men’s World Cup

Saudi Arabia has been confirmed as the sole bidder to host the tournament amid calls for Fifa to pull the plug if human rights commitments are not fulfilled

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