FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association): News
23 Nov 2017
Russia NewsIndia hold on to 105 spot, Germany top FIFA rankings
The latest FIFA rankings are out. While several countries face FIFA World Cup qualification disappointments, their FIFA rankings speak otherwise.
14 Nov 2017
FIFA World CupGuide to FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2018
In a shocker, Italy failed to reach 2018 FIFA World Cup, as they were held to a goalless draw in the second leg of European play-offs by Sweden. Sweden booked their spot on a 1-0 aggregate win.
12 Nov 2017
Sexual HarassmentHope Solo accuses ex-FIFA chief Sepp Blatter of sexual harassment
US women's soccer player Hope Solo accused the corruption-tainted former FIFA chief Sepp Blatter of sexual assault.
28 Oct 2017
FIFA World CupEngland win the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup
The England U17 team avenged their European U-17 Championship defeat against Spain, by winning the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium.
28 Oct 2017
FIFA World CupFIFA U-17 World Cup- Some interesting records
After 22 action packed days, the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 will end today with the finals between Spain and England.
24 Oct 2017
FootballInteresting facts about the FIFA Awards
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo won the Best FIFA Men's Player Award 2017 in the recently concluded ceremony in London.
22 Oct 2017
FootballFIFA U17 World Cup: Mali and England book semi-final berths
After 15-days of action, the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage.
11 Oct 2017
FootballPakistan handed suspension from international football by FIFA
FIFA has suspended Pakistan from international football for an uncertain period of time owing to "third-party interference."
07 Oct 2017
IndiaFIFA: On opening day, Delhi kids left sick, thirsty, struggling
During the 2010 Commonwealth Games, India was left embarrassed as stands stood empty during events: many locals had chosen to give the games a miss.
06 Oct 2017
FIFA World CupIndia take on USA in a tough World Cup opener
The India U-17 team will kick off their FIFA World Cup campaign by playing against a formidable USA's team in the opener.
04 Oct 2017
FootballU-17 football squad: Md Shahjahan, India's midfield talent
Yet another player from Manipur, Mohammad Shahjahan, is an advanced midfield player, who has been picked to play in the 21-member Indian squad for the FIFA U-17 World Cup.
03 Oct 2017
FootballAmarjit Singh Kiyam, the U-17 skipper who leads by example
The FIFA U-17 World Cup is set to kick off in three days and the India U-17 team is ready to take on USA in their first match on 6th October.
02 Oct 2017
IndiaWe will play to win, says India's U-17 football coach
The FIFA U-17 World Cup is almost upon us with India getting ready to host the first ever FIFA World Cup tournament.
26 Sep 2017
IndiaJ&K omitted from India map in the latest FIFA game
In a major embarrassment for the world's leading game creator, Electronic Arts (EA) Sports, the latest version of the FIFA game does not show the state of J&K in the map of India.
07 Sep 2017
FIFA World CupSouth Africa vs Senegal World Cup qualifier to be replayed
The 2018 World Cup qualification match between South Africa and Senegal will be replayed, a year after it took place, in last November.
06 Sep 2017
FIFA World CupSyria keeps the World Cup hopes alive with play-offs qualification
Syrian football team kept their nation's hopes of World Cup qualification alive, after a 2-2 draw against Iran in the third round of Asian qualifiers.
13 Jul 2017
IndiaMaha govt teaching 10lakh students to 'Bend it like Beckham'
With FIFA U-17 World Cup to be hosted in India in October, the government authorities are leaving no stone unturned in promoting football among 10 lakh students across 25,000 educational institutes.
27 Jun 2017
FootballFIFA's investigation documents leaked; allege corruption
German newspaper 'Bild' has put out the details of the Garcia Report, an investigation conducted by The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) regarding the alleged corruption during the 2022 Qatar World Cup bidding process.
20 May 2017
FootballFIFA World-Cup 2022: Amnesty accuses Qatar of human rights violations
Amnesty International has stated that despite highlighting gross human rights abuses among workers building infrastructure for Qatar's 2022 FIFA World Cup, the country did little to improve the situation.
09 May 2017
FIFA World CupSacked FIFA officials says removal 'politically motivated'
In a statement, the sacked chief ethics investigator and the chief judge said that the removal was "politically motivated."
11 Apr 2017
New ZealandUS, Mexico, Canada announce joint-bid for 2026 FIFA World Cup
The United States of America, Mexico and Canada have announced their intention to put a joint bid to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
29 Mar 2017
FIFA World CupBrazil becomes the first team to qualify for FIFA WC
Brazil became the first team to book a spot in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
28 Mar 2017
Lionel MessiFIFA bans Lionel Messi for insulting match official
FIFA handed a four-match international ban to Lionel Messi after the Argentine forward was ruled guilty of insulting an assistant referee during a World Cup qualifier against Chile.
24 Mar 2017
Lionel MessiFIFA World Cup Qualifier: Messi scores as Argentina defeat Chile
Lionel Messi converted a 16th minute penalty to give Argentina a 1-0 win over Chile in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
22 Mar 2017
Manchester CityEsports to generate $1.5 billion in revenue by 2020
Esports is set to become a $1.5 billion market with an audience base of around 600 million by 2020.
19 Mar 2017
IndiaU-17 FIFA WC will change Indian football: Kushal Das
General secretary of All India Football Federation (AIFF) Kushal Das said that the face of Indian football will change after the FIFA U-17 World Cup to be held in October this year.
12 Mar 2017
Donald TrumpFIFA President concerned over Trump's ban
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has raised his concerns over travel ban on the Muslim-majority countries by the President of United States saying that it would hurt the nation's bid to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
02 Mar 2017
Atletico MadridAlexis Sanchez to part ways with the Gunners?
It is reported that Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez is all set to leave the team this June, a year before his contract with the Gunners expires.
18 Dec 2016
Russia NewsFIFA president wants Video Assistant Referee at 2018 World Cup
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has said that he would like to see the Video Assistant Referee at the upcoming 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
16 Dec 2016
Real MadridReal Madrid reach FIFA Club World Cup finals
Spanish football club Real Madrid edged past Mexico's Club America 2-0 to reach the finals of FIFA Club World Cup at International Stadium Yokohama, Yokohama.
14 Dec 2016
QatarQatar abolishes the 'kafala' system
Qatar formally announced the end of its dreaded and controversial labour system - "kafala" - with immediate effect from December 13.
19 Nov 2016
Real MadridGianni Infantino eyes expanded Club World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has proposed an idea of expanding the number of teams in FIFA Club World Cup from seven to 32.
08 Nov 2016
Real MadridRonaldo to stay with Real Madrid until 2021
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo has extended his contract with the Spanish football club Real Madrid and will stay with the club till 2021.
01 Nov 2016
BrazilFIFA introduces 'The Best FIFA Football Awards'
After ending six year collaboration with France Football's Ballon d'Or, FIFA will present the 'Best Football Awards' in January next year.
01 Nov 2016
All India Football FederationA biopic on late Indian footballer V P Sathyan
Malayalam film star Jayasurya will star in a biopic to be made on former Indian footballer V P Sathyan.
27 Oct 2016
Real MadridFIFA fines Spain FA for transfer rules violation
The Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has fined Spanish FA (Real Federación Española de Fútbol - RFEF) for violating the players transfer rules.