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6 hours ago

Football refs need cardiac training, says coroner

Assistant coroner Valerie Charbit insisted that training to recognize sudden cardiac arrest should be compulsory for all members, including grassroots coaches and referees, stating, 'The responsibility for first aid lies with all ages within society.'
Public health
#premier-league
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
7 hours ago

Should hair pulling in football be violent conduct?

Hair pulling in football consistently results in red cards and three-match bans, raising concerns about the severity of such punishments.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
7 hours ago

Should hair pulling in football be violent conduct?

Hair pulling in football consistently results in red cards and three-match bans, raising concerns about the severity of such punishments.
#barcelona
FC Barcelona
from101GREATGOALS.COM
11 hours ago

UEFA throws out Barcelona complaint but commit to keeping the grass short for tonight's second leg

Barcelona's complaint to UEFA about refereeing errors in their match against Atlético Madrid was deemed inadmissible.
fromBarca Universal
1 day ago
FC Barcelona

Flick complains to UEFA about the Metropolitano pitch ahead of Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona | Barca Universal

FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
3 days ago

Atletico Madrid 'astounded' by Barcelona's refereeing complaints | Barca Universal

Barcelona's complaint to UEFA over refereeing decisions after their loss to Atletico Madrid has been met with dismissal from Atletico.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
5 days ago

Barcelona president confirms club will report refereeing vs Atletico to UEFA - 'Happened too many times' | Barca Universal

Barcelona lost 0-2 to Atletico Madrid amid refereeing controversies, prompting the club to consider filing a complaint with UEFA.
FC Barcelona
from101GREATGOALS.COM
11 hours ago

UEFA throws out Barcelona complaint but commit to keeping the grass short for tonight's second leg

Barcelona's complaint to UEFA about refereeing errors in their match against Atlético Madrid was deemed inadmissible.
FC Barcelona
fromESPN.com
22 hours ago

UEFA dismiss Barcelona complaint over pen denied in Atletico defeat

UEFA deemed Barcelona's complaint about refereeing in their Champions League loss to Atlético Madrid as inadmissible.
fromBarca Universal
1 day ago
FC Barcelona

Flick complains to UEFA about the Metropolitano pitch ahead of Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
5 days ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona president confirms club will report refereeing vs Atletico to UEFA - 'Happened too many times' | Barca Universal

#scottish-premiership
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What are European stakes for Scottish clubs this time?

Scottish teams face challenges in European competitions as coefficients decline, impacting their chances in Champions League and Europa League qualifications.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What are European stakes for Scottish clubs this time?

Scottish teams face challenges in European competitions as coefficients decline, impacting their chances in Champions League and Europa League qualifications.
#womens-world-cup
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

England v Spain: Women's World Cup 2027 qualifying live

Keira Walsh makes her 100th England appearance in a crucial World Cup qualifier against Spain, ranked first in the world.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
32 minutes ago

Wales must take care of own business - Wilkinson

Wales must focus on their own performance before the crucial Women's World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic in June.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Hemp leads England past Spain to boost Women's World Cup qualifying hopes

England's victory over Spain boosts their chances for automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

England v Spain: Women's World Cup 2027 qualifying live

Keira Walsh makes her 100th England appearance in a crucial World Cup qualifier against Spain, ranked first in the world.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
32 minutes ago

Wales must take care of own business - Wilkinson

Wales must focus on their own performance before the crucial Women's World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic in June.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Hemp leads England past Spain to boost Women's World Cup qualifying hopes

England's victory over Spain boosts their chances for automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup.
#world-cup
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Why the World Cup should be decentralized | Leander Schaerlaeckens

The World Cup should be divided into multiple locations globally to reduce the influence of authoritarian regimes and improve oversight.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

What to look out for in World Cup play-offs

The World Cup play-offs begin with four European spots available, featuring teams like Wales, Northern Ireland, and Sweden competing for qualification.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Why the World Cup should be decentralized | Leander Schaerlaeckens

The World Cup should be divided into multiple locations globally to reduce the influence of authoritarian regimes and improve oversight.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

What to look out for in World Cup play-offs

The World Cup play-offs begin with four European spots available, featuring teams like Wales, Northern Ireland, and Sweden competing for qualification.
#fifa
fromDefector
4 days ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Poor Suckers Who Ponied Up For Expensive World Cup Tickets Boned By FIFA | Defector

US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 hours ago

FIFA faces pressure to call on Trump to stop ICE raids at 2026 World Cup

FIFA is considering asking Trump for a moratorium on ICE raids during the World Cup to protect attendees from immigration crackdowns.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromDefector
4 days ago

Poor Suckers Who Ponied Up For Expensive World Cup Tickets Boned By FIFA | Defector

FIFA misled fans by assigning Category 1 ticket holders to lower-tier sections, while reserving prime seats for more expensive packages.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

FIFA trials Wenger's 'daylight offside' law in Canada league

FIFA's daylight offside proposal trials begin in Canada, favoring attackers but facing criticism for potentially negative impacts on gameplay.
FC Barcelona
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Fifa starts disciplinary action over Spain v Egypt chants

Fifa has initiated disciplinary action against the Spanish Football Association due to Islamophobic and xenophobic chants during a friendly match against Egypt.
National Football League
fromESPN.com
22 hours ago

NFL hires Brian Flinn as senior VP of global flag football

Brian Flinn appointed as NFL's senior vice president of global flag football to drive international expansion and growth of the sport.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
13 hours ago

Carlos Queiroz named Ghana head coach before World Cup

Queiroz, 73, left his role as Oman coach last month after the side failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, but will make his fifth consecutive appearance as coach at the World Cup with the Black Stars.
Juventus
World news
fromSoccer News
1 day ago

Queiroz appointed as new Ghana boss ahead of World Cup - Soccer News

Ghana appoints Carlos Queiroz as head coach ahead of the World Cup, replacing Otto Addo after a disappointing tenure.
Bayern Munich
fromSoccer News
2 days ago

Leverkusens Tapsoba concentrating on Champions League qualification amid transfer speculation - Soccer News

Edmond Tapsoba is focused on securing Champions League football with Bayer Leverkusen amid speculation about his future and interest from Premier League clubs.
English Premier League
fromSoccer News
2 days ago

The English duo who are keen to get their futures sorted before travelling to the World Cup this summer - Soccer News

Elliot Anderson has emerged as a key player for England ahead of the 2026 World Cup, attracting significant interest from top clubs.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Oliver and Taylor selected as World Cup referees

Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor will officiate at the 2026 World Cup, marking their second major tournament selection.
fromSempreMilan
5 days ago

Dribbling, ball speed, use of youth: FIGC report finds damning trends in Italian football

The average age of a player in Serie A is 28 years, making it the 8th-oldest league in Europe, which raises concerns about the league's future competitiveness.
AC Milan
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
11 hours ago

UEFA responds to Barcelona's complaint regarding Metropolitano pitch condition | Barca Universal

UEFA has ensured the pitch at Metropolitano Stadium meets regulations for the Champions League match between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
Manchester United
fromSoccer News
11 hours ago

Fernandes claims rules are applied differently for everyone after Man United defeat - Soccer News

Bruno Fernandes criticized inconsistent officiating in the Premier League after Manchester United's loss to Leeds United.
#football
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

FA investigating non-league chief over alleged abusive email

Mark Harris faces investigations for allegedly sending an abusive email regarding a venue change for a crucial FC United match.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

FA investigating non-league chief over alleged abusive email

Mark Harris faces investigations for allegedly sending an abusive email regarding a venue change for a crucial FC United match.
#champions-league
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 days ago
Liverpool FC

'Liverpool handballed. That should have been a red card and a penalty for us. But the referee didn't see anything. Today, with VAR, it would have been us playing in the final' Radja Nainggolan believes Trent Alexander-Arnold nearly cost his former side

Radja Nainggolan believes Roma were unjustly denied a chance to reach the Champions League final in 2018 due to a missed handball call.
Real Madrid
fromBavarian Football Works
6 days ago

Real Madrid boss says referees missed important calls in loss to Bayern Munich

Real Madrid's coach criticized refereeing decisions after a loss to Bayern Munich, emphasizing the need for focus on team performance instead.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 days ago

'Liverpool handballed. That should have been a red card and a penalty for us. But the referee didn't see anything. Today, with VAR, it would have been us playing in the final' Radja Nainggolan believes Trent Alexander-Arnold nearly cost his former side

Radja Nainggolan believes Roma were unjustly denied a chance to reach the Champions League final in 2018 due to a missed handball call.
Real Madrid
fromBavarian Football Works
6 days ago

Real Madrid boss says referees missed important calls in loss to Bayern Munich

Real Madrid's coach criticized refereeing decisions after a loss to Bayern Munich, emphasizing the need for focus on team performance instead.
#real-madrid
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Real Madrid slam Kylian Mbappe penalty denial in costly draw

Real Madrid's draw with Girona included a controversial non-penalty call, impacting their LaLiga title hopes.
fromBarca Blaugranes
3 days ago
FC Barcelona

'This is the Negreira League' - Real Madrid TV take fresh swipe at Barcelona and La Liga referees

Real Madrid's title hopes suffer as they draw 1-1 with Girona, remaining six points behind Barcelona.
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Real Madrid slam Kylian Mbappe penalty denial in costly draw

Real Madrid's draw with Girona included a controversial non-penalty call, impacting their LaLiga title hopes.
New York Rangers
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Consultant leads review into Old Firm cup disorder

Mark Blackbourne will lead an investigation into the disorder following the Scottish Cup match between Rangers and Celtic.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
4 days ago

England World Cup 2026 warm-up friendlies against New Zealand and Costa Rica finally confirmed

England will play their first match of the summer against fellow World Cup 2026 participants New Zealand in Tampa Bay on Saturday, June 6. The Raymond James Stadium is home to the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers and hosted Super Bowl LV in 2021.
English Premier League
Juventus
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Julian Araujo adds to Mexico's World Cup injury concerns

Julián Araujo is ruled out for the rest of the Scottish Premiership season, jeopardizing his World Cup chances.
#michael-carrick
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
12 hours ago
Manchester United

Michael Carrick laments 'worst decision' he's seen from a referee as Manchester United lose another key defender

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martinez as one of the worst he's ever seen.
Manchester United
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 day ago

Carrick fumes at 'one of the worst decisions' during Manchester United's loss to Leeds

Michael Carrick criticized refereeing decisions after Manchester United's loss to Leeds, particularly Lisandro Martinez's red card and a forearm smash incident.
Manchester United
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
12 hours ago

Michael Carrick laments 'worst decision' he's seen from a referee as Manchester United lose another key defender

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martinez as one of the worst he's ever seen.
Manchester United
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 day ago

Carrick fumes at 'one of the worst decisions' during Manchester United's loss to Leeds

Michael Carrick criticized refereeing decisions after Manchester United's loss to Leeds, particularly Lisandro Martinez's red card and a forearm smash incident.
#saudi-pro-league
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Ivan Toney hints Saudi refs want Cristiano Ronaldo to win title

Ivan Toney and Galeno criticize officiating integrity in the Saudi Pro League, suggesting favoritism towards Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Saudi League Players Accuse Refs of Fixing Games to Help Ronaldo's Team Win Championship

Players from Al Ahli accuse referees of fixing games to favor Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League championship race.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Ivan Toney hints Saudi refs want Cristiano Ronaldo to win title

Ivan Toney and Galeno criticize officiating integrity in the Saudi Pro League, suggesting favoritism towards Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Saudi League Players Accuse Refs of Fixing Games to Help Ronaldo's Team Win Championship

Players from Al Ahli accuse referees of fixing games to favor Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League championship race.
Manchester City
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

When football turned to penalties to end 'cruel' system

The first official penalty shootout in football occurred on August 5, 1970, during a match between Manchester United and Hull City.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
42 minutes ago

Success over Spain - but how can England get best out of classy James?

Lauren James is a key player for England, showcasing her talent and potential impact in crucial matches.
#fc-barcelona
fromBarca Universal
9 hours ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona president reacts after UEFA dismiss complaint over refereeing vs Atletico - 'Our legal team is assessing...' | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
5 days ago
FC Barcelona

Official: Barcelona file complaint with UEFA over controversial refereeing in Atletico clash | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
9 hours ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona president reacts after UEFA dismiss complaint over refereeing vs Atletico - 'Our legal team is assessing...' | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
5 days ago
FC Barcelona

Official: Barcelona file complaint with UEFA over controversial refereeing in Atletico clash | Barca Universal

Manchester United
from101GREATGOALS.COM
7 hours ago

Iraola to leave Bournemouth: 'He could manage any team in world football'

Andoni Iraola is expected to leave Bournemouth, attracting interest from elite clubs like Manchester United and Crystal Palace.
World news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

World Cup risks 'stage for repression' - Amnesty

The 2026 World Cup may become a platform for repression and authoritarian practices, posing significant risks to attendees and local communities.
Real Madrid
fromBavarian Football Works
6 days ago

Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni doesn't think he deserved yellow card in Bayern Munich loss

Tchouaméni received a yellow card leading to a suspension for the second leg against Bayern Munich.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

England star helps non-league club over pitch woes

Jarrod Bowen is funding a new drainage system for Hereford FC to ensure consistent home games and support the local community.
Manchester United
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Michael Carrick labels Lisandro Martinez red card decision 'one of worst he's ever seen'

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martínez as one of the worst he's ever seen during Manchester United's loss to Leeds United.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 day ago

Who are the female coaches to have taken charge of men's football teams?

Union Berlin has made history after appointing Marie-Louise Eta as their new head coach, becoming the first club in Europe's top five leagues to have a female head coach. Eta takes the job on an interim basis until the end of the season, having previously served as the club's assistant and U19 manager.
Women
Juventus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Uefa president Ceferin warns Italy it could lose Euro 2032 without action on stadiums

Italy risks losing Euro 2032 co-hosting due to poor stadium conditions, according to UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
4 days ago

'It's clear what's being influenced here' Ivan Toney hits out at Saudi Pro League referee and implies Cristiano Ronaldo's club are being favoured

The big talking point was the two penalties. It's clear as day. I don't know what more you want him to do - pick the ball up with two hands, are you going to give a penalty then or not?
Soccer (FIFA)
Women
fromSoccer News
1 day ago

Wiegman to make late decision on Williamsons fitness ahead of Spain test - Soccer News

Leah Williamson's availability for England's World Cup qualifier against Spain will be decided after a training session.
France politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'The longest VAR check in history' - now African football needs to move on

Morocco's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final victory over Senegal was overturned two months later due to controversial refereeing decisions and VAR issues, overshadowing the tournament's record-breaking attendance and global viewership.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Egypt goalkeeper banned for striking referee

A four-match ban and fine of 50,000 Egyptian pounds (700) for assaulting the referee by pushing or pulling [use of the hand without violence], said a league statement on El-Shenawy's punishment.
Soccer (FIFA)
#womens-super-league
Women
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
5 days ago

The WSL is expanding next season everything you need to know about promotion, relegation and the play-off

The Women's Super League will expand to 14 teams in the 2026/27 season, introducing promotion and relegation play-offs.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

How WSL aims to bridge academy gap - and why it needs to

The gap between academy football and first-team level in the Women's Super League poses challenges for young players' development.
#var
FC Barcelona
fromSoccer News
5 days ago

Why do we have VAR? - Flick questions officials after Pubill avoids red card - Soccer News

Hansi Flick questioned the effectiveness of VAR after a controversial handball incident during Barcelona's loss to Atletico Madrid.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Is VAR any better in the rest of Europe's top leagues?

Microscopic VAR interventions have proliferated across European leagues, prompting widespread fan backlash and similar error rates despite different intervention frequencies.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

VARs will intervene on second yellows and corners after football law changes

Ifab expands VAR to cover second yellow cards and corner awards, adds strict time limits on restarts to preserve the speed and flow of play.
FC Barcelona
fromSoccer News
5 days ago

Why do we have VAR? - Flick questions officials after Pubill avoids red card - Soccer News

Hansi Flick questioned the effectiveness of VAR after a controversial handball incident during Barcelona's loss to Atletico Madrid.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Managing in an international break - and what to do when your star player does not come home

International breaks can be both an opportunity and a challenge for managers, impacting player performance and recovery.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

How can football's lawmakers fix the corner chaos?

Corner kicks in the Premier League are increasingly dominated by physical grappling and pushing, with referees struggling to manage the chaos and enforce rules effectively.
Women
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

FIFA mandates woman coach or assistant for women's comps

FIFA mandates women's teams must have at least one woman head coach or assistant coach, with two total women staff members in backroom roles across all competitions.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Ref head seeks talks with clubs over 'DOGSO' reds

Willie Collum emphasizes the need for consistency in red card decisions related to denial of a goalscoring opportunity throughout the season.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

FAI CEO David Courell says implications of six-point punishment serious enough to play Israel games

FAI CEO David Courell states UEFA has not threatened sanctions beyond six-point deductions for not fulfilling Nations League matches against Israel, and the board decided proceeding with fixtures serves Irish football's sporting interests.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
3 weeks ago

UEFA calls for VAR summit amid growing concerns

UEFA is convening a summit with Europe's five major leagues to address inconsistent VAR usage and reduce over-interventionist decisions across competitions.
Juventus
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

Footballers who cover their mouths could be sent off following IFAB meeting

FIFA plans to introduce a rule allowing players to be sent off for covering their mouths during confrontations with opponents, following a racial abuse incident involving Vinicius Jr and Gianluca Prestianni.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Uefa calls leagues to summit over 'microscopic' VAR

UEFA is convening Europe's top leagues to standardize VAR usage and reset it to intervene only in clear, obvious errors rather than microscopic decisions.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromWorld Soccer
1 month ago

Jonathan Wilson: VAR has fundamentally changed how football is played - World Soccer

Game law changes create complex knock-on effects throughout football; VAR's pixel-perfect offside enforcement has fundamentally altered playing styles, contributing to the resurgence of target man tactics.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
4 weeks ago

FIFA rejects Nigeria protest over Congo dual nationals for WC

FIFA rejected Nigeria's protest against Congo DR's player eligibility in the African World Cup playoff, prompting Nigeria to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Judging new rule changes ahead of World Cup: Is more VAR a good thing?

Football's governing body implements rule changes starting July 1, including VAR expansion for corners and second yellow cards, plus measures to counter match-disruption tactics, effective at the 2026 World Cup.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Handball, offside, VAR - is football too complicated?

Football's complexity has increased due to confusing rule interpretations, particularly handball laws, offside decisions, and VAR implementation, making the sport difficult for supporters to follow.
#var-expansion
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Fifa wants injured players to stay off for one minute

IFAB proposes injured players be required to remain off the field for one minute to reduce time-wasting and improve match flow.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Red cards, VAR and offside laws facing Ifab review

Image source, Getty Images Football's lawmakers will consider widening the remit for red cards when a goalscoring opportunity is denied at a meeting on Tuesday. However, Arsene Wenger's "daylight" offside proposal is set to be kicked into touch in favour of a different idea which is fairer for defences. Goalkeeper tactical timeouts, time-wasting and video assistant referee (VAR) tweaks are among other items on the agenda.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Football Daily | Refereeing is stuck in a frustrating feedback loop, with no easy way out

One poor decision is forgivable, two is careless, but there were a hat-trick of howlers, with Tammy Abraham clearly offside for Aston Villa's opener. Lucas Digne needed his own dedicated review booth, escaping with a yellow card for an agricultural tackle on Jacob Murphy and avoiding a penalty for handball. Officials ruled that Digne handled the ball outside the penalty area, an impressive feat given that he both took off and landed inside the box as he jumped to block a cross.
Soccer (FIFA)
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