Mauricio Pochettino’s appointment as the head coach of the United States men’s national soccer team marks a turning point in American soccer. With a clear-eyed vision, Pochettino emphasized the need for the men’s team to establish ambitions similar to those of their female counterparts, who boast an impressive record including four World Cup titles and
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Rebecca Welch made headlines when she announced her retirement from refereeing to take on a new role with the PGMOL. Her legacy as a trailblazer in the world of football officiating is undeniable, as she was the first woman to referee a Premier League match in 2023 and the first woman to officiate a game
In a significant move to combat online abuse, FIFA announced that its social media tools designed to protect players will now be accessible to all 211 member associations and their teams. This initiative, developed in collaboration with the players’ union FIFPRO, aims to safeguard players from hate speech and harmful content on various social media
FIFPRO, the global players’ union, has taken a bold step by filing a legal claim against FIFA, the governing body of world football. This move comes after FIFA’s refusal to reconsider the rescheduling of the 32-team Club World Cup, despite threats from FIFPRO and the World Leagues Association (WLA) to take legal action. The legal
FIFA, the world football governing body, is planning to drastically increase the number of its committees and expert panels. This move comes as a reversal of the governance reform that was put in place in 2016 during a period of corruption scandals within the organization. The proposed increase from seven standing committees to 35, with
The recent FIFA financial report released last year revealed a shocking increase in FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s base salary by 33%, making his total pay package exceed $4.67 million. This substantial raise brought his pre-tax base salary to more than $2.78 million, with an annual bonus of $1.87 million. These numbers are staggering, especially when
Manager Sarina Wiegman has decided to extend her contract with the Lionesses until 2027, as announced by the English Football Association (FA). Originally set to expire after Euro 2025, Wiegman’s extension will now see her lead the team through the 2027 Women’s World Cup. This decision comes hot on the heels of her fourth FIFA