Football Association — governing body for English football that oversees disciplinary matters, coach appointments, and appeals in World Cup competitions.
… Many associations, including the Football Association, are furious at only learning of the proposal to sell a 20% stake in Fifa competitions to private finance, led by the Thrive Eternal investment vehicle owned by Joshua Kushner, the brother-in-law of US President Donald Trump’s …
… A Football Association spokesperson said: “We were completely unaware of this proposal and have no substantive details, including what the proposition actually is and what conditions are attached. …
… Given the strength of feeling – the Football Association says it was not consulted before Fifa released its proposals shortly after Uefa’s statement was made public – it would be a surprise if the possibility of a boycott was not at least raised. …
The countdown to Ghana’s biggest football spectacle has officially begun after the Football Association confirmed the dates for the two Super Clash meetings between Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak in the 2026/27 Premier League season. …
Thomas Tuchel is set to stay on as England head coach to Euro 2028 after retaining the backing of the Football Association (FA) despite their World Cup semifinal exit, sources have told ESPN. …
Thomas Tuchel is set to stay on as England head coach to Euro 2028 after retaining the backing of the Football Association (FA) despite their World Cup semifinal exit, sources have told ESPN. …
… The Football Association has reaffirmed its commitment to the smooth and efficient implementation of the 2026/27 football calendar, with the objective of delivering a competitive, well-organised and uninterrupted Premier League season for clubs, players, officials and supporters …
UEFA will meet Thursday to discuss its response to FIFA's controversial proposal to sell a 20% stake in FIFA competitions to private investors, after FIFA set a 19 September deadline for member associations to accept the deal or forfeit the first $20m of a $40m initial payout.
UEFA will meet Thursday to discuss its response to FIFA's controversial proposal to sell a 20% stake in FIFA competitions to private investors, after FIFA set a 19 September deadline for member associations to accept the deal or forfeit the first $20m of a $40m initial payout.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has written to 211 member associations offering $40m if they back his plan to sell stakes in major competitions, including the World Cup, with a 19 September deadline for access to an initial $20m. UEFA accused FIFA of using football to enrich themselves and their friends.
FIFA's proposal to create a commercial subsidiary to run major competitions including the World Cup and sell stakes to external investors has prompted UEFA's 55 member associations to call an emergency meeting to discuss a potential plan of action, including the possibility of a boycott.
Fifa plans to invite third-party investment in a subsidiary called Fifa Forward Enterprise to expand football development funding to more than $10bn, a proposal criticised by Uefa and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham. The plan requires approval from Fifa's 211 member nations and would see American venture capital firm Thrive Eternal lead the investor group.
The Ghana Football Association confirmed the 2026/27 Premier League season schedule, with Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak's first Super Clash meeting on Matchday 13 (December 4–7, 2026) and the return fixture on Matchday 30 (April 30–May 3, 2027).
Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has been charged with three breaches of misconduct by the Football Association for his role in the club's spying scandal, which led to Saints' expulsion from the Championship play-offs in May after admitting they spied on three clubs during the campaign.
Wayne Rooney says the FA should retain Thomas Tuchel as England head coach unless Pep Guardiola becomes available, arguing there are few alternatives of comparable quality despite Tuchel's World Cup inexperience.
Thomas Tuchel will stay on as England head coach through Euro 2028 after retaining Football Association backing following England's World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina 2-1. The FA stated the players and Tuchel gave their all in the tournament despite missing their stated aim of winning the World Cup.
Thomas Tuchel will remain England head coach through Euro 2028 after retaining Football Association backing following a 2-1 World Cup semifinal defeat to Argentina. England were 1-0 up through Anthony Gordon but conceded goals to Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez.
Three newly promoted clubs—Port City, Ashantigold '04, and Debibi United—will join 15 returning sides in the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League, which begins the weekend of September 4–7, 2026. Defending champions Medeama SC will seek to retain their title as Nations FC and Eleven Wonders were relegated and Hohoe United withdrew.
England defender Jarell Quansah received a two-match ban from Fifa's disciplinary committee for his red card in the 54th minute of a 3-2 win against Mexico, classified as serious foul play. He will miss Saturday's quarter-final against Norway and a potential semi-final, but will be available if England reaches the final on 19 July.
Jurgen Klopp and other figures have called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign after the USA's Folarin Balogun, who was sent off in an earlier match, had his ban suspended by a FIFA disciplinary committee following reported intervention from Donald Trump. Klopp criticized the decision as political interference in football governance.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer instructed officials and the Foreign Office to argue against Fifa's proposal to move England's World Cup match against Mexico forward by six hours due to forecast storms. Fifa ultimately kept the scheduled start time but delayed kick-off by an hour due to weather.
The Football Association is considering whether to appeal England defender Jarell Quansah's red card from Sunday's 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico after the United States successfully had striker Folarin Balogun's suspension overturned through Fifa's article 27 clause, which allows the governing body to make decisions without meeting other criteria.
Thomas Tuchel threw the first pitch at Kansas City Royals' stadium as England's squad enjoyed downtime following their 4-2 victory over Croatia. Squad members not used in the match played a separate 5-1 friendly against Sporting KC, with Ivan Toney scoring a hat-trick.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel's two-year contract extension through Euro 2028 is subject to a performance clause, FA chief executive Mark Bullingham has revealed. Tuchel was appointed in 2024 with the remit to win the World Cup, and the FA faces criticism for extending his deal before knowing the outcome of that mission.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino told journalists to "chill, relax" about controversies surrounding the 2026 World Cup, including a Somali referee's refusal of entry to the United States, an Iraqi player's questioning at Chicago airport, and Iran's forced base relocation and visa denials. Infantino described the referee's rejection as merely "unfortunate" and defended US President Donald Trump as essential to hosting the tournament.
England coach Thomas Tuchel says Bukayo Saka, who suffered an Achilles injury in March, requires careful attention before the World Cup, though the winger is being built back up and was involved in recent training.
Multiple women have accused billionaire David Sullivan, West Ham co-owner, of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour spanning decades, including pressuring young models for sex in exchange for career advancement. Sullivan, 77, categorically denies the allegations and has resigned as joint chair of West Ham; he also separately admitted paying for sex in the 1990s with a girl he says he believed was 16 or 17.
The Ghana Football Association and Metro Mass Transit Limited have signed a partnership to provide dedicated 54-seater buses for national teams, domestic clubs, and supporters, with trained drivers and discounted fares for officials and staff. The agreement includes a Fan Transport Programme to enhance matchday experience.
Southampton were removed from the Championship play-offs after admitting they filmed training sessions of Oxford United, Ipswich Town, and Middlesbrough without authorization. The club received a four-point deduction for next season, and Middlesbrough were reinstated to face Hull City in the play-off final.
Leeds United said it will issue lengthy stadium bans to fans responsible for homophobic chanting during their 1-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday, with extra cameras deployed in the stands to identify supporters. The club was previously fined £150,000 for homophobic chants when Brighton visited Elland Road in 2023.
Antoine Semenyo scored a 72nd-minute flicked finish to secure Manchester City's FA Cup victory against Chelsea. The 26-year-old, who was on loan at non-league Bath City eight years ago, said the goal "happened perfectly" and reflected on competing for trophies at the top level after a long journey.
Thomas Tuchel has submitted England's 55-player provisional squad for the World Cup, which begins on 11 June in the USA, Canada and Mexico. Luke Shaw, Danny Welbeck, Alex Scott and Trent Alexander-Arnold are believed to be included, though the final squad of 26 players will be announced on 22 May.
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport against a four-year drugs ban imposed by the FA following an adverse finding in a routine urine test in December 2024. The 25-year-old Ukraine international has been sidelined for nearly 18 months, with the ban potentially backdated to December 2028 unless the appeal succeeds.
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has appealed his Football Association drugs ban to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after an adverse finding in a routine urine test in December 2024. The Ukraine international, who has not played since November 2024, claims he came into contact with the cardiovascular medication meldonium while on duty with his national team and has maintained he never knowingly used banned substances.
Ukrainian winger Mykhailo Mudryk has appealed his four-year Football Association ban for a banned substance to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. The 25-year-old tested positive for meldonium in October 2024 and has not played competitively since November 2024; his ban could be backdated to December 2028 unless the appeal succeeds.