Megalicense Entertainment to manage FIFA’s retail and licensing programme for Russia
May 18, 2017, at 06:59 pm
Zurich, May 18 (IBNS): FIFA and Russian company Megalicense Entertainment have signed an agreement for the latter to manage the retail and licensing programme of the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 and the 2018 FIFA World Cup, an official release stated.
FIFA Appeal Committee passes decision on Saoud Al-Mohannadi
Apr 07, 2017, at 04:32 pm
Zurich, Apr 7 (IBNS): The FIFA Appeal Committee, chaired by Larry Mussenden (Bermuda), has upheld the appeal lodged by Saoud Al-Mohannadi against the decision taken by the adjudicatory chamber of the independent Ethics Committee, lifting the sanctions imposed on him as a result, an official release stated.
Match officials for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Korea Republic 2017 appointed
Apr 06, 2017, at 03:17 pm
Zurich, Apr 6 (IBNS): FIFA has announced the match officials who will be in charge at the forthcoming FIFA U-20 World Cup Korea Republic 2017, an official release stated.
FIFA completes internal investigation, shares findings with authorities
Apr 03, 2017, at 06:56 pm
Zurich, Apr 3 (IBNS): FIFA announced on Friday that it has completed the internal investigation it began in June 2015 after the Office of the Attorney General of Switzerland (OAG) and the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) announced investigations into allegations of criminal misconduct, bribery and corruption in world football, an official release stated.
FIFA completes internal investigation, shares findings with authorities
Apr 03, 2017, at 02:32 pm
Zurich, Apr 3 (IBNS): FIFA announced on Friday that it has completed the internal investigation it began in June 2015 after the Office of the Attorney General of Switzerland (OAG) and the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) announced investigations into allegations of criminal misconduct, bribery and corruption in world football, an official release stated.
FIFA opens tender process in Spain for media rights
Mar 31, 2017, at 06:44 pm
Zurich, Mar 31 (IBNS): FIFA has opened an invitation to tender (“ITTâ€) in Spain for the media rights to the FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017, the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia and the FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019, an official release stated.
Bureau of the Council recommends slot allocation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Mar 31, 2017, at 06:42 pm
Zurich, Mar 31 (IBNS): The Bureau of the FIFA Council – comprising the FIFA President and the presidents of each of the six confederations – convened this Thursday at the Home of FIFA in Zurich and agreed on a proposed slot allocation for the FIFA World Cup as of the 2026 edition, an official release stated.
FIFA awards 2017-2018 media rights for sub-Saharan Africa
Mar 31, 2017, at 04:52 pm
Zurich, Mar 31 (IBNS): Following an open tender process for 42 territories in sub-Saharan Africa, FIFA has granted media rights to five major broadcasting entities in the region, an official release stated.
FIFA: Match official banned for life due to match manipulation
Mar 21, 2017, at 03:37 pm
Zurich, Mar 21 (IBNS): The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has decided to ban the Ghanaian match official Joseph Odartei Lamptey from taking part in any kind of football-related activity (administrative, sports or any other) at national and international level for life, an official release stated.
FIFA suspends Malian Football Association
Mar 20, 2017, at 03:39 pm
Zurich, Mar 20 (IBNS): The Bureau of the FIFA Council decided to suspend the Malian Football Association (FEMAFOOT) with immediate effect as of Friday, Mar 17, 2017, and until further notice as a result of government interference, an official release said.
AIFF: Squad of 24 leaves for dual challenge
Mar 18, 2017, at 09:38 pm
New Delhi, Mar 18 (IBNS): A 24-member Indian National Team squad will leave Mumbai on Saturday night for India’s back to back matches, the International Friendly against Cambodia in Phnom Penh and the inaugural Group A League match against Myanmar in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers UAE 2019, an official release stated.
FIFA rejects appeal of Sevilla FC against sanctions under third-party influence rules
Mar 06, 2017, at 04:05 pm
Zurich, Mar 6 (IBNS): FIFA’s Appeal Committee has decided to reject the appeal lodged by the Spanish club Sevilla FC and to confirm in its entirety the decision rendered by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee sanctioning the club for breaches of the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (2012 edition) (the “Regulationsâ€) relating to, inter alia, the prohibition of third-party influence on clubs, an official release stated.
Atletico Madrid signs Argentine goalkeeper Axel Werner
Aug 21, 2016, at 12:59 am
Madrid, Aug 20 (IBNS): Atletico Madrid football club on Saturday announced that it has reached an agreement with Atlético Rafaela for the transfer of Axel Werner.
Chevrolet takes football fan from India to United Kingdom to enjoy Manchester United experience
May 18, 2016, at 09:30 pm
New Delhi, May 18 (IBNS): Automobile giant Chevrolet on Wednesday announced that it will kick start the dream journey of a Manchester United Fan from Hyderabad to Old Trafford, the home ground of the legendary football club, Manchester United.
FIFA Congress drives football forward, first female secretary general appointed
May 14, 2016, at 06:42 pm
Zurich, May 14 (IBNS) The 66th FIFA Congress kicked off a new era for FIFA and global football with the announcement of a “step change†in FIFA’s investment in football development, new FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura, progress on the implementation of the reforms, and the FIFA Legends programme.
Football fiesta as World Stars spark Azteca Stadium anniversary
May 12, 2016, at 05:53 pm
Zurich, May 12 (IBNS) Engaging more with the football world and getting football back to the heart of FIFA is a mission that’s high on the agenda of President Gianni Infantino as world football's governing body enters a new era.
Atletico de Kolkata reiterates its commitment for sustainable grassroot development of Football
Mar 30, 2016, at 12:55 am
Kolkata, Mar 29 (IBNS) Reiterating their commitment and dedication towards a sustainable growth of football in India from the very grassroots, Atletico de Kolkata announced the conclusion of the two months long grassroot programme for development of young footballers and selection of footballers for the proposed academy, here on Tuesday.
13th Civilians Inter-Command Football Tournament begins
Feb 25, 2016, at 12:52 am
New Delhi, Feb 24 (IBNS) The 13th Civilians Inter-Command Football Tournament of the Indian Air Force inaugurated in New Delhi on Wednesday by Air Marshal BBP Sinha, Air Officer-in-charge Administration.
Pele to visit Eden Gardens during his stay in Kolkata
Sep 30, 2015, at 03:40 am
Kolkata, Sept 29 (IBNS) Football legend Pele, who will be arriving in Kolkata after a gap of 38 years next month, will be visiting Eden Gardens stadium where he had displayed his skills in front of a huge crowd of football lovers in 1977.
Hero Indian Super League signs Dhanush as its brand ambassador in Tamil Nadu
Sep 30, 2015, at 02:37 am
Mumbai, Sept 29 (IBNS) With the country’s biggest football extravaganza, Hero Indian Super League, all set to kick off in Chennai, football fever in the region received a big boost with Tamil superstar Dhanush becoming the face of the league in Tamil Nadu. With a bigger and better season 2 on offer, the opening game will feature the defending Champions Atletico de Kolkata taking on the home team Chennaiyin FC on Oct 3.
Indian colts come back from behind to win 2-1
Sep 28, 2015, at 12:10 am
New Delhi, Sept 27 (IBNS) : India U-16 colts came back from behind to register a 2-1 victory against over Hercules U-16 in a practice match on their ongoing exposure Tour in Alicante, Spain.
Sep 21, 2015, at 05:29 am
Tabriz City, Sept 20 (IBNS) India’s future U-17 World Cup Team India finished their engagements in the AFC U-16 Qualifiers in style with a convincing 6-0 victory against a strong Lebanon in Tabriz City.
Delhi Dynamos FC bolster their attack with Adil Nabi
Aug 29, 2015, at 02:56 pm
New Delhi,Aug 29 (IBNS) West Bromwich Albion's Adil Nabi will be the first player in history to be transferred from the English Premier League to India.
GPS trackers used in national team training
Aug 25, 2015, at 08:36 pm
New Delhi, Aug 25 (IBNS) Sports is a Science and only the best utilise sports science to develop themselves further aiming to attain global standards.
Indian U-19 colts start their Asia Champions Trophy campaign with a goalless draw
Aug 20, 2015, at 03:21 am
New Delhi, Aug 19 (IBNS)The Indian U-19 Colts were held to a goalless draw against Malaysian Club side Felda United on Wednesday in their first match of the FAM-FRENZ Asia Champions Trophy 2015 at the Hang Tuah Stadium in Malaysia.
Aditi Chauhan becomes first Indian Player to play in England
Aug 19, 2015, at 03:18 am
New Delhi, Aug 18 (IBNS) Aditi Chauhan has created history int he history of country's football as she became the first Indian player to play in England.
Indian U-16 Colts finish runners-up in SAFF Championship
Aug 19, 2015, at 03:17 am
Sylhet, Aug 18 (IBNS) The Indian U-16 Colts finished runners-up in the SAFF U-16 2015 Championship at Sylhet in Bangladesh as they tasted a narrow 2-4 defeat on penalties against hosts after a 1-1 stalemate on Tuesday.
Jul 24, 2015, at 07:56 am
New Delhi, July 23 (IBNS) It was an elite gathering as Owners and Top Officials from the Hero I-League clubs met the All India Football Federation President Mr. Praful Patel at a posh Hotel in the Capital on Thursday.
India to host 2016 AFC U-16 finals
Jun 03, 2015, at 01:29 am
New Delhi, June 2 (IBNS) The Asian Football Confederation have officially confirmed India as hosts of the 2016 AFC U-16 finals.
Mumbai thumps in three goals against Kenkre
Oct 28, 2014, at 07:06 pm
Mumbai, Oct 27 (IBNS) Mumbai FC made easy work of their first game in the MDFA Elite Division match against Kenkre FC as they won the game 3-0 at Cooperage Football Stadium here.