Hong Kong Football Festival organizers face fan backlash after slashing top-tier ticket prices by HK$1,000 for Bayern Munich vs. Aston Villa, while other matches struggle to sell out.
Neymar, 34, announces retirement from international football after 16 years with Brazil, ending his career as the nation's all-time leading scorer with 80 goals in 130 appearances.
The family of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old college football player, has issued subpoenas to major social media companies seeking account information and digital records, amid concerns that content may have been deleted from his Snapchat accounts before his death.
FIFA's plan to sell World Cup chunks to private investors sparks outrage; Uefa must decide by 19 September, with potential seismic implications for football's governance and future.
South Korea will play friendly matches against Venezuela (Oct 2) and Uzbekistan (Oct 6) during the FIFA international match window, amid a coaching vacancy and recent FIFA ranking drops for both teams.
Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić retires after officiating the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, concluding a 19-year career marked by high-profile UEFA and FIFA appointments.
Fifa has proposed Fifa Forward Enterprise, a new body that would centralize commercial rights and allow minority private investment. The plan could bring extra funding to member associations but raises questions about control and influence.
Kick It Out reports a record 1,255 discrimination incidents in English football's 2025-26 season, with racism, homophobia, and antisemitism seeing significant increases, prompting calls for tougher sanctions from CEO Samuel Okafor.
A surge in UK consumer confidence, dubbed the 'Burnham bounce', driven by optimism in economic prospects, coincides with England's strong World Cup run and policy interventions like VAT cuts. However, deep inequalities and gloomy outlooks among older Britons and the poorest households threaten sustainability.
Jermain Defoe's managerial contract with National League side Woking was terminated after 4 months due to unmet expectations, including failure to submit a requested squad report.
Lionel Messi makes first public appearance after Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup final loss to Spain, watching a local match in Rosario before returning to Inter Miami.
Jayden Adams, a 25-year-old South African midfielder, found football as his 'safe space' amidst a life marked by socioeconomic challenges and personal tragedies, ultimately rising to international acclaim before his sudden death.
Referee Mathilde Demoncay, 26, suffered a concussion after being knocked down while breaking up a fight between male players during a friendly match between Metz and Fortuna Sittard in France.
Japanese football legend Kazuyoshi Miura (59) scores his first competitive goal in nearly 4 years, helping Fukushima United win 7-0 in the Emperor’s Cup, as he prepares for his 42nd professional season.
The World Cup brought a significant boost to UK pubs, with 30m extra pints sold and £150m in added sales, outperforming previous tournaments like Euro 2024, though benefits were uneven across the hospitality sector.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has worn suits in unconventional settings, from swimming to playing football, to project authority and legitimacy for socialist ideas, despite potential discomfort and criticism.
After the FIFA World Cup 2026, football returns quickly with WAFCON 2026, the UEFA Super Cup, domestic league openers and new qualification cycles across continents.
Richard Boardman, solicitor for over 1,000 rugby players suing governing bodies for brain injuries, dismissed by clients due to alleged non-compliance and misleading evidence. Despite this, he continues to lead a similar claim for 23 former footballers.
Jürgen Klopp, 59, has been officially confirmed as the new coach of the German national football team by the DFB in Frankfurt. He replaces Julian Nagelsmann and is tasked with improving the team's performance after a disappointing World Cup showing, with his debut set for September 24.
The piece argues that FIFA and UEFA are edging toward readmitting Russian football, beginning with youth and lower-profile formats. It says money, boycotts and security concerns will shape how far and how fast Russia returns.
Jurgen Klopp has been named Germany's national football coach by the DFB, signing a contract that extends through the 2030 World Cup. He is tasked with rebuilding the struggling team following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation after recent disappointing tournament exits.
Jürgen Klopp has been confirmed as Germany's new head coach, vowing to revive the national team and its relationship with the public, aiming to "change a country" through football. He also warned the media against hounding his family, threatening to resign without compensation if their privacy is violated.
Jürgen Klopp has been appointed head coach of the German national football team, signing a contract through the 2030 World Cup. He replaces Julian Nagelsmann, aiming to rebuild the team and reconnect with fans after Germany's third consecutive World Cup failure to reach the last 16.
The Hundred cricket tournament, now in its fifth year, navigates a manufactured identity and increasing influence from IPL owners. Teams like Manchester Super Giants adopt existing branding, while private equity investment raises questions about the tournament's long-term goals and alignment with English cricket's interests, despite its success in attracting families and mainstream attention.
