Asian confederation teams have extended an unbeaten run against European opponents to four games at the World Cup. While early, this trend suggests a potential shift in global football power dynamics, with teams like Japan and South Korea displaying improved tactics and confidence.
Reform UK and Conservatives are criticized for opposing net zero policies, which the CBI reports directly employ over 300,000 and support 1.1 million jobs. The article argues these parties promote fantasy industries and sabotage growth, potentially destroying 1.4 million jobs by 2040, while their funding comes from wealthy oil and gas interests.
Victor Montagliani, Concacaf president and Fifa vice president, believes the World Cup will spark a cultural revolution in North American football, potentially making MLS rival the Premier League, while defending the tournament's pricing strategy and discussing future expansion plans.
UK companies are increasingly hiring temporary workers over permanent staff due to economic uncertainty, higher costs, and political turbulence, leading to a 10-month low in permanent recruitment and modest salary growth.
Brazil's 1970 World Cup win was shaped by controversial appointments and tactical shifts. Communist coach João Saldanha was sacked due to politics and tactics, replaced by Mario Zagallo, who rebuilt the team around Pelé and innovative formations.
Kraków voters overwhelmingly backed removing liberal Mayor Aleksander Miszalski in a referendum, a setback for PM Donald Tusk's party and a victory for the right-wing opposition, potentially inspiring similar challenges to liberal urban governments across Poland.
Kraków voters overwhelmingly recalled liberal Mayor Aleksander Miszalski, a setback for PM Donald Tusk. The recall, driven by right-wing opposition citing environmental restrictions and parking fees, could inspire similar challenges to liberal urban governments across Poland.
North Korea's Naegohyang Women's FC defeated Japan's Tokyo Verdy Beleza 1-0 to win the AFC Women's Champions League in Suwon, South Korea. The victory qualifies them for the Fifa Women's Champions Cup.
Mali’s Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop also said militants are waging a "hybrid war" against the Sahel States Confederation
The Korea Football Association has announced that North Korea's Naegohyang Women’s FC intends to compete in a tournament held in South Korea, with officials preparing for necessary government approvals.
The Korea Football Association has confirmed that Naegohyang Women's FC (North Korea) has expressed intention to participate in an upcoming tournament in South Korea. The KFA stated it will proceed with necessary government approval procedures and ensure the team's safety and welfare. If the team advances to the finals, they will remain in South Korea for the final match.
Hong Kong Premier League champions Kitchee have asked the Asian Football Confederation for clarity on whether they will be promoted to the revamped AFC Champions League Elite for 2026-27. The AFC proposed expanding the competition from 24 to 32 teams, creating uncertainty. Kitchee, who secured the domestic title with four matches to spare last month, expected to compete in the secondary AFC Champions League Two. Head coach Inigo Calderon said the situation is not clear and called for a prompt decision.
A new analysis by Oxfam and the International Trade Union Confederation reveals CEO pay increased 20 times faster than worker pay globally in 2025. While inflation-adjusted worker wages declined 12% between 2019-2025, CEO compensation rose 54%. The average CEO earned $8.4 million in 2025, and billionaires received $2,500 per second in dividends. In the US, CEO pay grew 20.4 times faster than worker pay, with S&P 500 CEO compensation jumping 25% while worker earnings rose just 1.3%.
Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, 25, has become the only keeper to win CAF's Golden Gloves three consecutive times (2023-2025). The Brighton player, who debuted at the World Cup aged 18, discusses her surprise at the achievement, her role as team DJ, and the WAFCON postponement that frustrated players and fans alike.
Chinese referee Ma Ning remained in Saudi Arabia despite claims on Tuesday that he had been removed from the AFC Champions League Elite tournament following a controversial quarter-final performance. Reports from Saudi Arabia media alleged that Ma was dropped and had left the country after Al-Ittihad’s 1-0 loss to Japanese team Machida Zelvia on Friday in Jeddah. Chinese media Beijing Youth Daily, however, rebutted the report the same day, stating that the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)...
CAF's appeals board has overturned Senegal's 1-0 extra-time victory in the January AFCON final, awarding a 3-0 default win to host nation Morocco. The ruling cited Senegal's players walking off the pitch in protest of a stoppage-time penalty awarded to Morocco. Senegal has announced plans to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Switzerland.
