Football

FIFA suspends two African countries with immediate effect

FIFA has suspended Kenya and Zimbabwe for government interference, according to Gianni Infantino, the president of the world football governing…

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: My people, family under attack – Andriy Shevchenko begs for support

Former Ukraine captain, Andriy Shevchenko, has pleaded with countries around the world to support his nation following the Russian invasion.…

‘No To War’, Says Russian International Footballer Smolov

Fedor Smolov became the first Russian international footballer to express his opposition to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia posting…

FIFA ‘concerned’ by ‘tragic, worrying’ situation in Ukraine

Fifa president Gianni Infantino said he was “concerned” by “the tragic and worrying” situation, after Russia launched a full-scale invasion…

UEFA names six Chelsea players, Atletico Madrid stars, others in Champions League team [Full list]

UEFA on Thursday named six Chelsea players in the UEFA Champions League team of the week. UEFA also named two…

People questioning my heritage, I can’t blame them – Super Falcons star, Ashleigh Plumptre

Super Falcons defender, Ashleigh Plumptre, has revealed that people are questioning her heritage, adding that she can’t blame them. Plumptre,…

Man United aiming to sign £26million Manuel Akanji

Manchester United are considering a transfer for Nigeria born Borussia Dortmund defender Manuel Akanji Rangnick has also questioned the level…

Russia vs Ukraine: How military invasion will affect Champions League, World Cup playoffs

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine will be disruptive for football in both countries. On Thursday morning, President Vladimir Putin launched a…

IOC strongly condemns the breach of the Olympic Truce

International Olympic Committee (IOC) strongly condemned the breach of the Olympic Truce by the Russian government. The respective UN resolution…

World Cup Playoff match with Russia ‘almost unthinkable’, says Swedish FA boss

A 2022 World Cup playoff match in Russia is “almost unthinkable” at the moment, the chairman of the Swedish Football…