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PM Gillard's Cup Bid Boost

PM Gillard's Cup Bid Boost

FFA Chairman Frank Lowy said he was delighted that Prime Minister Julia Gillard found time to meet FIFA President Sepp Blatter on her first overseas trip as Prime Minister. 4 Oct 2010
Blatter Eyes Major Changes

Blatter Eyes Major Changes

FIFA will consider scrapping extra time at World Cups or reviving the 'golden goal' rule, the organisation's president Sepp Blatter has announced. 9 Sep 2010
Blatter Boost for England 2018 Bid

Blatter Boost for England 2018 Bid

England's hopes of staging the 2018 World Cup have been boosted at the very start of a four-day inspection of their bid, with FIFA president Sepp Blatter admitting it would be "easy" to stage the tournament in the country. 23 Aug 2010
FIFA To Probe North Korea Mistreatment Claims

FIFA To Probe North Korea Mistreatment Claims

SEPP Blatter has confirmed FIFA will look into claims of mistreatment of North Korea's players and coach. 12 Aug 2010
Blatter Takes Pride In World Cup Success

Blatter Takes Pride In World Cup Success

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has spoken of his delight at the World Cup passing off without any major incident, justifying his choice of assigning the tournament to South Africa. 11 Aug 2010
Van Gaal Slams 'Old-Fashioned' Blatter

Van Gaal Slams 'Old-Fashioned' Blatter

Bayern Munich coach Louis van Gaal has criticised FIFA president Sepp Blatter for not opening up to the use of technology in football. 10 Aug 2010
Blatter Laments Webb's Task

Blatter Laments Webb's Task

FIFA president Sepp Blatter today said English referee Howard Webb had a "very hard task" in last night's bad-tempered World Cup final between Spain and Holland that saw a record 14 yellow cards shown. 13 Jul 2010
Blatter Admits Referee Concern

Blatter Admits Referee Concern

FIFA president Sepp Blatter says the organisation may have to 'start again' with its referee training programs in the wake of several high-profile errors by officials at the World Cup. 10 Jul 2010
Sepp: England's The Bid To Beat

Sepp: England's The Bid To Beat

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has praised Russia's bid for the 2018 World Cup, labelling it "remarkable" - but said England's was the bid to beat. 5 May 2010
Blatter: I Tell Everyone That...

Blatter: I Tell Everyone That...

FIFA supremo Sepp Blatter has backtracked on his support for Qatar's World Cup bid that appeared to dash Australian hopes - and admitted he tells every host bid the same thing. 27 Apr 2010
Blatter Criticises Premier League Clubs Over Debts

Blatter Criticises Premier League Clubs Over Debts

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has criticised the amount of debt in the Premier League although he ruled out the introduction of a salary cap as a way of preventing more clubs entering administration. 2 Apr 2010
Blatter Enjoys Election Boost Over AFC Chief

Blatter Enjoys Election Boost Over AFC Chief

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has won a significant victory against a potential rival to further strengthen his position as the most powerful man in football. 20 Mar 2010
Blatter Defends FIFA Technology Decision

Blatter Defends FIFA Technology Decision

Sepp Blatter has defended FIFA's decision to rule out goal-line technology on the grounds of cost and keeping the game the same throughout all levels of football. 12 Mar 2010
Blatter Blasts 'Anti-Africa Prejudice'

Blatter Blasts 'Anti-Africa Prejudice'

FIFA president Sepp Blatter claims there is a disrespectful prejudice against South Africa hosting the World Cup. 12 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
Blatter Urged to Include Australia For 2018

Blatter Urged to Include Australia For 2018

FIFA president Sepp Blatter is coming under pressure to backtrack on his comment that only European nations may be considered as hosts for the 2018 World Cup. 27 Jan 2010