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FIFA Hope to Avoid World Cup Controversy

FIFA Hope to Avoid World Cup Controversy

FIFA general secretary Jerome Valcke admits he hopes the decision to shut the door on goal-line technology does not come back to haunt him in the World Cup final this summer. 8 Mar 2010
Poll Saddened By Technology Decision

Poll Saddened By Technology Decision

FORMER top referee Graham Poll accused football's rulers of "arrogance" after they threw out any prospect of goal-line technology. 7 Mar 2010
Technology Plans Are Shelved

Technology Plans Are Shelved

FOOTBALL'S rule-makers today shut the door on goal-line technology indefinitely and with perfect timing the decision was swiftly followed by a legitimate goal being ruled out during an FA Cup quarter-final. 7 Mar 2010
As You Were For Roos In Rankings

As You Were For Roos In Rankings

AUSTRALIA remain just outside the world's top 20 in the latest FIFA rankings but one of their World Cup group rivals has made a big jump.
 4 Mar 2010
Hayatou: No African Decision on Fifa Post

Hayatou: No African Decision on Fifa Post

AFRICAN football chief Issa Hayatou insists the continent's football decision-makers are yet to decide whether they will be challenging Sepp Blatter's 12-year reign as FIFA president at the next elections. 26 Feb 2010
Fifa Bemused By Pompey Woe

Fifa Bemused By Pompey Woe

FIFA general secretary Jerome Valcke claims the Portsmouth financial crisis stands as a warning to the rest of football. 25 Feb 2010
FIFA: South Africa Not Yet Ready for World Cup

FIFA: South Africa Not Yet Ready for World Cup

FIFA secretary general Jerome Valcke admits South Africa would not be ready to host the World Cup if the tournament started tomorrow. 24 Feb 2010
Sex Harrassment Ref Speaks Out

Sex Harrassment Ref Speaks Out

The referee who alleged he was sexually harassed by the former German Football Association's refereeing advisor Manfred Amerell has spoken of his anguish. 24 Feb 2010
Worthington Wants Nationality 'Loophole' Closed

Worthington Wants Nationality 'Loophole' Closed

The Irish Football Association look certain to demand answers from FIFA after another youngster decided he would rather play for the Republic of Ireland. 24 Feb 2010
Adebayor Baffled By Togo Ban

Adebayor Baffled By Togo Ban

Emmanuel Adebayor has slated the decision to ban Togo from the next two editions of the African Nations Cup. 20 Feb 2010
FIFA Admit Mistakes Over World Cup Tickets

FIFA Admit Mistakes Over World Cup Tickets

FIFA general secretary Jerome Valcke has revealed ticket prices for South African residents will be slashed in order to ensure all matches at this summer's World Cup finals are sold out. 20 Feb 2010
Love Cheat Terry Would Be Hailed, Says Sepp

Love Cheat Terry Would Be Hailed, Says Sepp

John Terry would have been applauded in some countries rather than sacked as national team captain for having an alleged affair, according to FIFA president Sepp Blatter. 12 Feb 2010
Fifa to Support Haitian FA

Fifa to Support Haitian FA

FIFA has pledged £1.9million to the Haitian Football Association in an effort to aid rebuilding efforts in the earthquake-hit country. 5 Feb 2010
Australia Buy Fourth-Most WC Tickets

Australia Buy Fourth-Most WC Tickets

FIFA have hit out at the negative publicity that continues to surround the build-up to the World Cup, but expressed satisfaction over the growing demand for tickets. 28 Jan 2010
'FIFA Could Allow Video Replays'

'FIFA Could Allow Video Replays'

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has hinted football's governing body could sanction the use of video technology in the near future. 25 Jan 2010
Henry Handball May Change The Game

Henry Handball May Change The Game

FIFA will come under pressure to change their rules after Thierry Henry escaped punishment for his handball against the Republic of Ireland. 19 Jan 2010

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