… Following a Uefa investigation, Prestianni was found guilty of homophobic conduct and banned for six matches – three of which were suspended. …
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UEFA proposes new qualifying format for 2030 World Cup, Euro 2032
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UEFA has proposed a revamp of qualifying for the 2030 World Cup and 2032 European Championship using a Champions League-style format with 36 top-ranked teams in three groups of 12, designed to reduce mismatches between strongest and weakest teams. A decision on the proposal is expected in September.
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Today
UEFA proposes new qualifying format for 2030 World Cup, Euro 2032
UEFA has proposed a revamp of qualifying for the 2030 World Cup and 2032 European Championship using a Champions League-style format with 36 top-ranked teams in three groups of 12, designed to reduce mismatches between strongest and weakest teams. A decision on the proposal is expected in September.
13 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Yesterday
FIFA publishes book on Infantino's first ten years
FIFA has published a book by Italian journalist Alessandro Alciato documenting Gianni Infantino's first 10 years as FIFA President since his election in February 2016. The book covers behind-the-scenes stories, women's football growth, revenue redistribution, and FIFA's transition from corruption to transparency.
21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Wednesday 20 May
UEFA creates two-tier World Cup qualifying system from 2030
UEFA will split World Cup qualifying into two tiers starting with the 2030 tournament: the top 36 nations, ranked by the 2028 Nations League, will compete in League 1 with three 12-team groups, while the remaining 18 nations will play separately in League 2. The new format aims to eliminate uncompetitive matchups and give lower-ranked teams better qualification chances, with all teams now playing six qualifying matches instead of the varying six or eight under previous rules.
20 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 12 May
Maddison criticises referees for VAR-related hesitation
Tottenham midfielder James Maddison has suggested referees are "petrified" to make decisions because of video assistant referee after being denied a stoppage-time penalty against Leeds on Monday, with the match finishing 1-1.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
German referee Siebert to lead Arsenal-PSG Champions League final
UEFA has appointed German referee Daniel Siebert to officiate the Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain on May 30 in Budapest. Siebert has already handled two Arsenal matches this season and will be working his tenth Champions League game overall this campaign.
12 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Thursday 7 May
FIFA extends Prestianni's homophobic conduct ban worldwide
FIFA has extended Argentina winger Gianluca Prestianni's six-game suspension for homophobic conduct to have worldwide effect, meaning he could miss his country's opening World Cup matches if selected. The Benfica player was originally banned by UEFA for directing a slur at Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr during a February Champions League playoff clash.
7 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Arsenal reaches Champions League final with win over Atletico
Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 1-0 at home to secure a 2-1 aggregate semi-final victory, with captain Bukayo Saka scoring the decisive goal. The Gunners will face either Paris St Germain or Bayern Munich in the final on May 30.
7 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Wednesday 6 May
FIFA extends Prestianni's ban to cover World Cup matches
Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni has received a worldwide ban for abusing Vinicius Jr, extending his UEFA six-match suspension to cover Argentina's first two World Cup matches if he is selected. The 20-year-old admitted to homophobic language towards Real Madrid's Vinicius during a Champions League match in February.
6 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 30 April
FIFA approves red card for mouth-covering during confrontations
FIFA and the International Football Association Board approved two law amendments in Vancouver: players who cover their mouths when speaking to opponents during confrontations or who leave the pitch in protest at referee decisions can now face red cards. Both changes have been approved as competition opt-ins and will be adopted at this summer's World Cup.
30 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Wednesday 29 April
GFA to receive $2.5m preparation and $10m qualifying funds
The Ghana Football Association will receive $2.5 million to prepare the Black Stars for the 2026 World Cup and $10 million for qualifying, following FIFA's decision to increase prize money for participating teams by over $100 million.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 28 April
World Cup players face red card for covering mouths
Fifa has approved two law amendments for this summer's World Cup: players who cover their mouths when speaking to opponents during confrontations may receive a red card, and players who leave the pitch in protest at a referee's decision can also face a red card. The changes were approved at a Fifa Council meeting in Vancouver.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →