8 days ago
Bournemouth boss Marco Rose will have to juggle his playing resources carefully when the Cherries embark upon their first season in Europe, starting at Real Sociedad on 17 September.
Uefa's deadline for clubs to submit squads for the league phase of the Europa League was midnight on Wednesday, with Europe's governing body revealing each club's squads on Thursday evening.
Because of the strict rules governing "club-trained" and "association-trained" players, the Cherries have only been able to register 21 first-team players in "List A" rather than 25.
And that has meant that several senior squad members - Julian Araujo, Ben Gannon-Doak, Fraser Forster, Juanlu Sanchez, Max Aarons, Daniel Jebbison and Veljko Milosavljevic - must sit out in Europe for now.
Eli Junior Kroupi and Amine Adli, currently sidelined with injury, are included so can feature in the league phase when fit.
#cherries #Europe #governing #players
Uefa's deadline for clubs to submit squads for the league phase of the Europa League was midnight on Wednesday, with Europe's governing body revealing each club's squads on Thursday evening.
Because of the strict rules governing "club-trained" and "association-trained" players, the Cherries have only been able to register 21 first-team players in "List A" rather than 25.
And that has meant that several senior squad members - Julian Araujo, Ben Gannon-Doak, Fraser Forster, Juanlu Sanchez, Max Aarons, Daniel Jebbison and Veljko Milosavljevic - must sit out in Europe for now.
Eli Junior Kroupi and Amine Adli, currently sidelined with injury, are included so can feature in the league phase when fit.
#cherries #Europe #governing #players
9 days ago
Carlos Queiroz will continue as head coach of the Ghana national team despite initially stepping down following their World Cup exit, the country's football **** ociation said Thursday.
The 73-year-old Portuguese led the Black Stars to the last 32 of this year's World Cup before they were knocked out by Colombia.
Queiroz, who also coached Iran at the 2022 World Cup, then said he would not be extending his contract.
But the Ghana Football **** ociation (GFA) has now agreed a deal for Queiroz to return for the "next phase of the team's programme".
"Following discussions with the GFA and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, it was agreed that Carlos Queiroz would embark on a new coaching mandate, commencing with the upcoming international window," the GFA said in a statement.
#queiroz #ghana #following #association
The 73-year-old Portuguese led the Black Stars to the last 32 of this year's World Cup before they were knocked out by Colombia.
Queiroz, who also coached Iran at the 2022 World Cup, then said he would not be extending his contract.
But the Ghana Football **** ociation (GFA) has now agreed a deal for Queiroz to return for the "next phase of the team's programme".
"Following discussions with the GFA and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, it was agreed that Carlos Queiroz would embark on a new coaching mandate, commencing with the upcoming international window," the GFA said in a statement.
#queiroz #ghana #following #association
9 days ago
Jessica Pegula is all in favor of bringing more fans into tennis, but the world number three said Wednesday it's important to keep the focus on the game.
The US Tennis ******* ociation doubled down this year on credentials awarded to content creators -- reportedly handing out almost 100 after making 54 available in 2025 to amplify the tournament's presence on social media.
The influencers focus not just on tennis, but on fashion, food and lifestyle topics that are now an inextricable part of the game.
But the embrace of content creators sparked some backlash when the chair umpire of Naomi Osaka's first round match against Anastasia Zakharova had to shush a group in a courtside suite who appeared to be conducting a noisy photo shoot during a point.
"I think I can appreciate, you know, the influencers coming and kind of showcasing the US Open experience," Pegula said.
#association
The US Tennis ******* ociation doubled down this year on credentials awarded to content creators -- reportedly handing out almost 100 after making 54 available in 2025 to amplify the tournament's presence on social media.
The influencers focus not just on tennis, but on fashion, food and lifestyle topics that are now an inextricable part of the game.
But the embrace of content creators sparked some backlash when the chair umpire of Naomi Osaka's first round match against Anastasia Zakharova had to shush a group in a courtside suite who appeared to be conducting a noisy photo shoot during a point.
"I think I can appreciate, you know, the influencers coming and kind of showcasing the US Open experience," Pegula said.
#association
11 days ago
South Korea's underfire football **** ociation on Tuesday appointed former Spain boss Robert Moreno as interim coach, following a disastrous World Cup and series of damaging controversies.
Moreno, who was forced to deny earlier this year that he used ChatGPT to prepare for games during a stint in Russia, will be in charge for friendly games in September-October.
South Korea will compete in the Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia from January 7 to February 5.
The Korea Football **** ociation (KFA) said Moreno could lead the team at the Asian Cup, "subject to an evaluation" of his performance.
The team have been without a coach since Hong Myung-bo quit following their shock group-stage exit from the World Cup in North America in June.
#south #korea #Football #association
Moreno, who was forced to deny earlier this year that he used ChatGPT to prepare for games during a stint in Russia, will be in charge for friendly games in September-October.
South Korea will compete in the Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia from January 7 to February 5.
The Korea Football **** ociation (KFA) said Moreno could lead the team at the Asian Cup, "subject to an evaluation" of his performance.
The team have been without a coach since Hong Myung-bo quit following their shock group-stage exit from the World Cup in North America in June.
#south #korea #Football #association
17 days ago
Associations that represent banks scattered across U.S. states are planning to launch their own blockchain network.
A consortium of 39 state banking ******* ociations plans to launch a new bank-run blockchain network to facilitate financial innovations, including tokenized deposits and stablecoins.
The 39 ******* ociations have signed onto the "BankChain Alliance" that aims to build the blockchain network by 2027.
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A consortium of 39 state banking ******* ociations plans to launch a new bank-run blockchain network to facilitate financial innovations, including tokenized deposits and stablecoins.
The 39 ******* ociations have signed onto the "BankChain Alliance" that aims to build the blockchain network by 2027.
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18 days ago
Julian Tackett, commissioner of the Kentucky High School Athletic **** ociation since 2010, announced Monday he will retire later this school year.
Tackett did not immediately return a phone call seeking comment but released a statement through the KHSAA. The exact date of his retirement was not released.
"My career has been blessed with trials, tribulations, challenges and accomplishments, all the while staying focused on helping keep kids involved in this great field of school-based athletics," Tackett said. "I will leave with nothing but gratitude for the dozens of co-workers, hundreds of event workers, thousands of officials, school administrators and coaches, and literally millions of participants who have allowed me to have a small part in their high school experience.
"There will be time for more reflection and expression … but I plan to continue working as hard as I can for this **** ociation and its efforts until the next stop along my way comes into focus."
Tackett joined the KHSAA in 1984 as sports information director and served in that position until 1991. He also served as business affairs director (1991-95), **** istant commissioner (1995-2008) and executive **** istant commissioner (2008-10) before replacing Brigid DeVries as commissioner in 2010.
#association
Tackett did not immediately return a phone call seeking comment but released a statement through the KHSAA. The exact date of his retirement was not released.
"My career has been blessed with trials, tribulations, challenges and accomplishments, all the while staying focused on helping keep kids involved in this great field of school-based athletics," Tackett said. "I will leave with nothing but gratitude for the dozens of co-workers, hundreds of event workers, thousands of officials, school administrators and coaches, and literally millions of participants who have allowed me to have a small part in their high school experience.
"There will be time for more reflection and expression … but I plan to continue working as hard as I can for this **** ociation and its efforts until the next stop along my way comes into focus."
Tackett joined the KHSAA in 1984 as sports information director and served in that position until 1991. He also served as business affairs director (1991-95), **** istant commissioner (1995-2008) and executive **** istant commissioner (2008-10) before replacing Brigid DeVries as commissioner in 2010.
#association
21 days ago
The Ohio High School Athletic ***** ociation football season in Licking County gets underway this evening.
Follow The Advocate all night for score updates.
Clear Fork at Granville
Heath at Philo
Vermilion at Johnstown
#ohio #association #follow
Follow The Advocate all night for score updates.
Clear Fork at Granville
Heath at Philo
Vermilion at Johnstown
#ohio #association #follow
26 days ago
Alex Weir was known for his consistent runner-up results in Erie District Golf ******* ociation majors through this decade's first half.
Now, the Kahwka Club member appears set on atoning those close calls.
Weir, who was four strokes out of first place at the Aug. 16 start to the EDGA Amateur's final round, chased down leader Drew Deimel over the back nine at Lawrence Park Golf Club.
The duo required a playoff to determine this year's ******* list after they tied at 7-under par following 54 regulation holes.
It ended after 55 thanks to Weir, who successfully defended with a birdie three for the course's 364-yard first hole. His comeback victory vs. Deimel, the 2010 champion, occurred after the Amateur's third playoff since 2019.
#weir #district #association
Now, the Kahwka Club member appears set on atoning those close calls.
Weir, who was four strokes out of first place at the Aug. 16 start to the EDGA Amateur's final round, chased down leader Drew Deimel over the back nine at Lawrence Park Golf Club.
The duo required a playoff to determine this year's ******* list after they tied at 7-under par following 54 regulation holes.
It ended after 55 thanks to Weir, who successfully defended with a birdie three for the course's 364-yard first hole. His comeback victory vs. Deimel, the 2010 champion, occurred after the Amateur's third playoff since 2019.
#weir #district #association
1 month ago
The Scottish Football ****** ociation is to hold a "critically important" summit around the future of the national game.
An email has been sent to all Scottish Professional Football League clubs to attend the forum, which will take place in St Andrews on 4 September.
The email, which has been seen by BBC Scotland, says the SFA will "discuss opportunities" around homegrown talent and hear from clubs who have "optimised their elite talent development model".
The memo also states the objective is to focus on the "current reality" facing Scottish football.
Part of the conversation will be around improving the prospects for homegrown Scottish talent and increasing revenue streams for clubs.
#association #league
An email has been sent to all Scottish Professional Football League clubs to attend the forum, which will take place in St Andrews on 4 September.
The email, which has been seen by BBC Scotland, says the SFA will "discuss opportunities" around homegrown talent and hear from clubs who have "optimised their elite talent development model".
The memo also states the objective is to focus on the "current reality" facing Scottish football.
Part of the conversation will be around improving the prospects for homegrown Scottish talent and increasing revenue streams for clubs.
#association #league
1 month ago
Aug. 6 (UPI) -- UEFA is holding on to its threat of a World Cup boycott, despite apologies from FIFA and Gianni Infantino for plans, now withdrawn, to sell stakes in the tournament.
The Union of European Football ***** ociations features 55 national ***** ociation members, including champion Spain, No. 3 France and No. 4 England. The governing body for European soccer announced July 30 that it rejected FIFA's proposal to sell shares in a company to run the World Cup to private investors.
The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean ***** ociation Football and the Asian Football Confederation also publicly opposed the proposal, which was subject to support of the majority of FIFA's member ***** ociations
"UEFA's ***** ociations were very clear about the conditions attached to the non-participation in FIFA competitions," UEFA said in a statement.
"First, the proposals to sell off the major competitions had to be withdrawn, and secondly, ***** urances have to be made that such attempts to disfigure the game in this way will never be made again
#sell #World #association
The Union of European Football ***** ociations features 55 national ***** ociation members, including champion Spain, No. 3 France and No. 4 England. The governing body for European soccer announced July 30 that it rejected FIFA's proposal to sell shares in a company to run the World Cup to private investors.
The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean ***** ociation Football and the Asian Football Confederation also publicly opposed the proposal, which was subject to support of the majority of FIFA's member ***** ociations
"UEFA's ***** ociations were very clear about the conditions attached to the non-participation in FIFA competitions," UEFA said in a statement.
"First, the proposals to sell off the major competitions had to be withdrawn, and secondly, ***** urances have to be made that such attempts to disfigure the game in this way will never be made again
#sell #World #association
1 month ago
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — In an unofficial start to the football season, the Schuylkill County Football Coaches **** ociation hosted its 23rd annual Schuylkill League Football Media Day on Wednesday morning at the Schuylkill Haven Sports Performance Center.
The event has grown exponentially over the years and has become a staple of the local high school athletic scene, offering one of the few opportunities when all 14 coaches in the league are **** embled in one location.
"I think really the true benefit is, from the players' standpoint, getting them exposed to the media and to this type of setting and situation, I think helps them grow as leaders," said Mike Farr, Schuylkill Haven coach and leader of the Schuylkill County Football Coaches **** ociation.
"From the coaching standpoint, we have a lot of stuff going on. We have our physicals and all kinds of paperwork. All these media outlets coming after us every other day for information," he continued. "So, being able to get the media and the coaches in one place where we can kind of sort through the majority of that, I think, is really where the benefit comes in."
While it serves as an opportunity for student-athletes to get comfortable with interviews, it also allows first-year head coaches an opportunity to meet the media.
#schuylkill #think #association
The event has grown exponentially over the years and has become a staple of the local high school athletic scene, offering one of the few opportunities when all 14 coaches in the league are **** embled in one location.
"I think really the true benefit is, from the players' standpoint, getting them exposed to the media and to this type of setting and situation, I think helps them grow as leaders," said Mike Farr, Schuylkill Haven coach and leader of the Schuylkill County Football Coaches **** ociation.
"From the coaching standpoint, we have a lot of stuff going on. We have our physicals and all kinds of paperwork. All these media outlets coming after us every other day for information," he continued. "So, being able to get the media and the coaches in one place where we can kind of sort through the majority of that, I think, is really where the benefit comes in."
While it serves as an opportunity for student-athletes to get comfortable with interviews, it also allows first-year head coaches an opportunity to meet the media.
#schuylkill #think #association
1 month ago
The English Football ***** ociation is set to withdraw its support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as Fifa president after his scrapped World Cup privatisation bid.
Infantino's leadership is under intense scrutiny, with a widespread loss of confidence coming after his failed attempt to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors.
Wales became the first member ***** ociation to officially retract its support for the Swiss-Italian in an attempt to force him out, and England is expected to follow suit.
The FA is preparing to send a letter to Fifa to withdraw its backing, piling more pressure on Infantino.
FA chief executive Mark Bullingham next to Infantino in 2023 (PA)
#fifa #association #withdraw #english
Infantino's leadership is under intense scrutiny, with a widespread loss of confidence coming after his failed attempt to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors.
Wales became the first member ***** ociation to officially retract its support for the Swiss-Italian in an attempt to force him out, and England is expected to follow suit.
The FA is preparing to send a letter to Fifa to withdraw its backing, piling more pressure on Infantino.
FA chief executive Mark Bullingham next to Infantino in 2023 (PA)
#fifa #association #withdraw #english
1 month ago
Arsenal's initial offer for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes has been knocked back by the Magpies, the Press ******* ociation understands.
Speculation surrounding the Brazil international's potential move to the Gunners has intensified, with direct lines of communication now established between the two Premier League clubs.
A significant disparity in valuation is believed to exist for the midfielder, who has netted 31 goals in 195 appearances for Newcastle since his £40 million transfer from Lyon in January 2022.
However, the rejection of this opening bid is unlikely to deter ******* nal, especially given indications that Guimaraes is keen to swap St James' Park for the Emirates Stadium this summer.
Newcastle are understandably reluctant to see another first-choice star depart. The club have already lost Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali this summer to Barcelona and Tottenham, respectively. While their hands may be tied if Guimaraes is set on leaving, the club would only sanction a transfer if their financial terms are fully met.
#guimaraes #transfer #press #association
Speculation surrounding the Brazil international's potential move to the Gunners has intensified, with direct lines of communication now established between the two Premier League clubs.
A significant disparity in valuation is believed to exist for the midfielder, who has netted 31 goals in 195 appearances for Newcastle since his £40 million transfer from Lyon in January 2022.
However, the rejection of this opening bid is unlikely to deter ******* nal, especially given indications that Guimaraes is keen to swap St James' Park for the Emirates Stadium this summer.
Newcastle are understandably reluctant to see another first-choice star depart. The club have already lost Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali this summer to Barcelona and Tottenham, respectively. While their hands may be tied if Guimaraes is set on leaving, the club would only sanction a transfer if their financial terms are fully met.
#guimaraes #transfer #press #association
1 month ago
Preparations for the Women's Under-20 World Cup in Poland are continuing despite boycott threats from UEFA over FIFA's investor plans, the Polish football ******* ociation said on Friday.
UEFA has threatened to boycott FIFA events, including World Cups, if the investor plans are not dropped.
The women's youth World Cup is scheduled to take place from September 5 to 27. The Polish ******* ociation said: "As hosts, we are ready to stage the tournament and are consistently implementing all preparations according to plan."
It added that it was in constant contact with its partners at UEFA and was acting in accordance with their joint agreements: "We are confident that the current situation will soon be resolved, so that young female footballers from around the world can take part in this tournament in Poland - for many of them the fulfilment of a dream and an important milestone in their careers."
FIFA has said it wants to raise billions by selling a portion of its commercial rights, including those to the World Cup. UEFA and its 55 member ******* ociations responded by threatening that no UEFA national teams would participate in any FIFA competition for as long as the proposals remained on the table.
#fifa #investor #association
UEFA has threatened to boycott FIFA events, including World Cups, if the investor plans are not dropped.
The women's youth World Cup is scheduled to take place from September 5 to 27. The Polish ******* ociation said: "As hosts, we are ready to stage the tournament and are consistently implementing all preparations according to plan."
It added that it was in constant contact with its partners at UEFA and was acting in accordance with their joint agreements: "We are confident that the current situation will soon be resolved, so that young female footballers from around the world can take part in this tournament in Poland - for many of them the fulfilment of a dream and an important milestone in their careers."
FIFA has said it wants to raise billions by selling a portion of its commercial rights, including those to the World Cup. UEFA and its 55 member ******* ociations responded by threatening that no UEFA national teams would participate in any FIFA competition for as long as the proposals remained on the table.
#fifa #investor #association
1 month ago
Rugby vs cricket: Jamie George, Owen Farrell to take on Somerset cricket stars in charity T20 match originally appeared on Cricket News. Add Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Jamie George will captain a rugby side against Somerset's cricketers in a charity T20.
The match takes place at Taunton on August 19 in aid of the MND ******* ociation.
Owen Farrell and Elliot Daly are among the rugby stars taking part.
Two of English sport's tight-knit communities will collide at Taunton next month, as a team of rugby internationals takes on some of county cricket's finest in a charity Twenty20. The fixture blends elite crossover sport with a cause close to both codes, raising money for the Motor Neurone Disease ******* ociation.
#Cricket #george #taunton #association
Jamie George will captain a rugby side against Somerset's cricketers in a charity T20.
The match takes place at Taunton on August 19 in aid of the MND ******* ociation.
Owen Farrell and Elliot Daly are among the rugby stars taking part.
Two of English sport's tight-knit communities will collide at Taunton next month, as a team of rugby internationals takes on some of county cricket's finest in a charity Twenty20. The fixture blends elite crossover sport with a cause close to both codes, raising money for the Motor Neurone Disease ******* ociation.
#Cricket #george #taunton #association
1 month ago
The Cymru Premier returns tonight with a fresh lick of paint and plenty of narratives to sink our teeth into.
Wales' top tier has been revamped for its 35th edition, expanding to 16 teams and predominantly switching to Friday night games.
The Football ***** ociation of Wales (FAW) hope that the wide-reaching changes will grow the league's popularity and, in turn, improve its standard.
Whether those changes have the desired impact remains to be seen, but excitement is high amongst supporters.
BBC Sport Wales have taken a look at the things you should look out for as Welsh football's top flight enters a new era.
#wales #changes #cymru #association
Wales' top tier has been revamped for its 35th edition, expanding to 16 teams and predominantly switching to Friday night games.
The Football ***** ociation of Wales (FAW) hope that the wide-reaching changes will grow the league's popularity and, in turn, improve its standard.
Whether those changes have the desired impact remains to be seen, but excitement is high amongst supporters.
BBC Sport Wales have taken a look at the things you should look out for as Welsh football's top flight enters a new era.
#wales #changes #cymru #association
1 month ago
The English Football ******* ociation has issued a statement declaring it is 'deeply concerned' by Gianni Infantino's proposals to commercialize the World Cup. FIFA announced on Tuesday — following leaked reports of its intentions — that it planned to expand 'football development funding' to more than $10billion by opening up its competitions, including the World Cup, to third-party investment.
Reports suggest that Infantino stands to personally profit substantially from private investors. European confederation UEFA released a strongly worded statement accusing FIFA of 'crossing the line', while UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham declared that FIFA had 'sold out'.
The FA have now weighed in with a statement published on Wednesday, via The Mirror, which read: "We were completely unaware of this proposal and have no substantive details, including what the proposition actually is, and what conditions are attached.
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#fifa #association
Reports suggest that Infantino stands to personally profit substantially from private investors. European confederation UEFA released a strongly worded statement accusing FIFA of 'crossing the line', while UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham declared that FIFA had 'sold out'.
The FA have now weighed in with a statement published on Wednesday, via The Mirror, which read: "We were completely unaware of this proposal and have no substantive details, including what the proposition actually is, and what conditions are attached.
Donald Trump sparks outrage with Harry Kane World Cup comments
Wrexham fans set to gather in New York ahead of landmark Liverpool match at Yankee Stadium
#fifa #association
2 months ago
Nicki Minaj became the subject of one of the night's jokes Friday, July 24, during the White House Correspondents' ****** ociation Dinner at the Waldorf Astoria in Washington, D.C.
President Donald Trump took the podium to roast Hollywood and the media, invoking the rapper while joking about the organization's April gala, which was cut short after a gunman breached security and opened fire.
"After hearing the gunshots, many people yelled, 'Get down!' which caused Nicki Minaj to start twerking," Trump said. "Can you believe it? She's the only one that really understood what that meant."
Minaj has has become one of Trump's most prominent celebrity supporters during his second term after previously criticizing some of his immigration policies during his first administration.
Earlier this month, she joined Trump at a White House Rose Garden event and later posed with him in the Oval Office. Sharing a photo July 6 on X, she wrote, "Whoa!!!! #WhiteHouseBarbie with her favorite President of all time!!!"
#white #Friday #correspondents #association
President Donald Trump took the podium to roast Hollywood and the media, invoking the rapper while joking about the organization's April gala, which was cut short after a gunman breached security and opened fire.
"After hearing the gunshots, many people yelled, 'Get down!' which caused Nicki Minaj to start twerking," Trump said. "Can you believe it? She's the only one that really understood what that meant."
Minaj has has become one of Trump's most prominent celebrity supporters during his second term after previously criticizing some of his immigration policies during his first administration.
Earlier this month, she joined Trump at a White House Rose Garden event and later posed with him in the Oval Office. Sharing a photo July 6 on X, she wrote, "Whoa!!!! #WhiteHouseBarbie with her favorite President of all time!!!"
#white #Friday #correspondents #association
2 months ago
Southampton’s head coach Tonda Eckert has been charged by the Football ******* ociation over the 'Spygate' scandal.
Saints were thrown out of the Championship (second-tier) play-offs in May over the affair and docked four points for the coming season.
The club admitted spying on a training session held by play-off opponents Middlesbrough in May, and on sessions at Ipswich and Oxford earlier in the season.
On May 21, the FA confirmed it was investigating the matter, and on Wednesday it announced charges had been brought.
#play #season #association
Saints were thrown out of the Championship (second-tier) play-offs in May over the affair and docked four points for the coming season.
The club admitted spying on a training session held by play-off opponents Middlesbrough in May, and on sessions at Ipswich and Oxford earlier in the season.
On May 21, the FA confirmed it was investigating the matter, and on Wednesday it announced charges had been brought.
#play #season #association
2 months ago
Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has been charged by the Football ***** ociation for his role in the Spygate scandal.
Saints were kicked out of the Championship play-offs in May after admitting they spied on three clubs during the campaign.
An independent disciplinary commission ruled at the time that the espionage was authorised by Eckert and was a "contrived and determined plan from the top down".
Since then the club has been the subject of an investigation by the FA, looking into who participated in the spying and ***** sing the culpability of those who knew it was happening.
Southampton expelled from play-offs for spying
#offs #tonda #Football #association
Saints were kicked out of the Championship play-offs in May after admitting they spied on three clubs during the campaign.
An independent disciplinary commission ruled at the time that the espionage was authorised by Eckert and was a "contrived and determined plan from the top down".
Since then the club has been the subject of an investigation by the FA, looking into who participated in the spying and ***** sing the culpability of those who knew it was happening.
Southampton expelled from play-offs for spying
#offs #tonda #Football #association
2 months ago
The Egyptian Football ***** ociation is seeking redress after being disgusted by the refereeing in Tuesday's dramatic 3-2 World Cup last-16 defeat against Argentina.
The world champions came back from 2-0 down after 79 minutes to win, but Egypt felt they should have been 3-0 up after a video review disallowed a goal from Zico for a minor foul.
The Pharaohs also believe they had a strong penalty claim just before Enzo Fernandez's injury-time winner.
Association president Hany Abo Rida told reporters in the team hotel that he had filed a complaint with FIFA against French referee François Letexier and his ***** istants. He called for the refereeing team to be excluded from the rest of the tournament.
The Egyptians want an investigation into the officials.
The world champions came back from 2-0 down after 79 minutes to win, but Egypt felt they should have been 3-0 up after a video review disallowed a goal from Zico for a minor foul.
The Pharaohs also believe they had a strong penalty claim just before Enzo Fernandez's injury-time winner.
Association president Hany Abo Rida told reporters in the team hotel that he had filed a complaint with FIFA against French referee François Letexier and his ***** istants. He called for the refereeing team to be excluded from the rest of the tournament.
The Egyptians want an investigation into the officials.
3 months ago
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — The World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States after arriving in Miami and subsequently cut from the tournament by FIFA was set to make history for his country.
Omar Artan was going to be the first referee from Somalia to officiate at a World Cup after making FIFA’s final list for the tournament, which was announced two months ago. He is one of Africa’s top referees and was named the continent’s best male referee in 2025.
He was denied entry at Miami International Airport on Saturday over “vetting concerns,” U.S. Customs and Border Protection said in a statement without giving details of those concerns. Artan was issued a visa to travel to the U.S. last week, according to the Somalia Embassy in Kenya that processed it.
Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House FIFA Task Force, said Tuesday the referee was denied admittance for “very good reason” but also declined to go into details.
Later Tuesday, a U.S. official said the referee was refused admission due to “association with suspected members of terror organizations.” The official spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss a matter that is covered by visa privacy laws.
Omar Artan was going to be the first referee from Somalia to officiate at a World Cup after making FIFA’s final list for the tournament, which was announced two months ago. He is one of Africa’s top referees and was named the continent’s best male referee in 2025.
He was denied entry at Miami International Airport on Saturday over “vetting concerns,” U.S. Customs and Border Protection said in a statement without giving details of those concerns. Artan was issued a visa to travel to the U.S. last week, according to the Somalia Embassy in Kenya that processed it.
Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House FIFA Task Force, said Tuesday the referee was denied admittance for “very good reason” but also declined to go into details.
Later Tuesday, a U.S. official said the referee was refused admission due to “association with suspected members of terror organizations.” The official spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss a matter that is covered by visa privacy laws.
3 months ago
Lionel Messi has trained on his own during Argentina’s first practice session at their base camp in the United States, where the squad has ******* embled this week for their World Cup preparations.
The defending World Cup champions held their first pretournament training in Kansas City, Missouri, on Monday.
The Inter Miami captain has been dealing with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring since May 24 but is expected to be ready for Argentina’s opener against Algeria on June 16 in Kansas City.
Messi, 38, joined Argentina at their training base and worked on “specific exercises” along with several teammates who are also dealing with fitness concerns.
“The players who are suffering from niggles and injuries continue to work with the physiotherapy team on specific exercises on the pitch and are making good progress,” Argentina’s Football Association said.
The defending World Cup champions held their first pretournament training in Kansas City, Missouri, on Monday.
The Inter Miami captain has been dealing with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring since May 24 but is expected to be ready for Argentina’s opener against Algeria on June 16 in Kansas City.
Messi, 38, joined Argentina at their training base and worked on “specific exercises” along with several teammates who are also dealing with fitness concerns.
“The players who are suffering from niggles and injuries continue to work with the physiotherapy team on specific exercises on the pitch and are making good progress,” Argentina’s Football Association said.
4 months ago
NFL Referees ****** ociation approves new CBA by 116-4 vote
Some votes are close. Some are not.
The NFL Referees ****** ociation approved the new seven-year Collective Bargaining Agreement with the NFL by an overwhelming vote of 116-4, via Albert Breer of SI.com.
That's a 96.67-percent "yes" for the new deal. Which is good news for all involved.
The best news is that the league and the NFLRA ditched the propaganda (the NFL at one point had shifted to overdrive in this regard) and did what was right for the game, in the short term and over the long haul.
The game is bigger than anyone connected to it. The game will endure. The current stewards of the game, all of whom are handsomely compensated, have an overriding obligation to make decisions not in their own interests but in the interests of the game.
https://sports.yahoo.com/a...
Some votes are close. Some are not.
The NFL Referees ****** ociation approved the new seven-year Collective Bargaining Agreement with the NFL by an overwhelming vote of 116-4, via Albert Breer of SI.com.
That's a 96.67-percent "yes" for the new deal. Which is good news for all involved.
The best news is that the league and the NFLRA ditched the propaganda (the NFL at one point had shifted to overdrive in this regard) and did what was right for the game, in the short term and over the long haul.
The game is bigger than anyone connected to it. The game will endure. The current stewards of the game, all of whom are handsomely compensated, have an overriding obligation to make decisions not in their own interests but in the interests of the game.
https://sports.yahoo.com/a...
4 months ago
NFL and the NFL Referees **** ociation are moving closer toward a new deal, AP...
The NFL and its officials are moving closer toward a new agreement that avoids a work stoppage.
After a lengthy stalemate, negotiations have reached a point where the NFL Referees **** ociation is planning to have a ratification vote this week, a person with knowledge of the discussions told The **** ociated Press on Tuesday.
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The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the conversations are private. ESPN first reported the development.
https://www.newstimes.com/...
The NFL and its officials are moving closer toward a new agreement that avoids a work stoppage.
After a lengthy stalemate, negotiations have reached a point where the NFL Referees **** ociation is planning to have a ratification vote this week, a person with knowledge of the discussions told The **** ociated Press on Tuesday.
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The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the conversations are private. ESPN first reported the development.
https://www.newstimes.com/...
