The appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as the head coach of the United States men’s national soccer team signals a pivotal moment in American soccer history. The seasoned Argentine coach openly recognized the high standard set by the U.S. women’s national team, which boasts a stunning record of four World Cup championships and five Olympic gold
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Rebecca Welch made headlines as the first woman to referee a Premier League match in 2023, setting a new precedent for gender diversity in the world of football officiating. Her groundbreaking achievements didn’t stop there, as she also became the first woman to take charge of a game in the English Football League in 2021.
FIFA has taken a crucial step in safeguarding players from online abuse by announcing that its Social Media Protection Service (SMPS) will now be accessible to all 211 member associations and their teams. This initiative, which was developed in collaboration with the players’ union FIFPRO, aims to combat hate speech on social media platforms and
Players union FIFPRO has taken a bold step by filing a legal claim against FIFA, challenging the governing body’s decisions regarding the scheduling of the FIFA Club World Cup. FIFPRO, along with member unions such as England’s Professional Footballers’ Association and France’s players union, submitted a claim to the Brussels court of commerce. The claim
Recently, FIFA announced its plan to create dozens of new committees and expert panels, which signifies a significant departure from the governance reform that was passed in 2016. This decision comes at a time when the world football body was embroiled in corruption scandals, leading to a comprehensive review of its management structure and principles.
Recently, FIFA announced that president Gianni Infantino’s base salary was raised by 33% last year, bringing his total pay package to over $4.67 million. This raise was attributed to his re-election in March 2023, extending his presidency to 11 years. Infantino’s pre-tax base salary saw a significant increase, surpassing $2.78 million, while his annual bonus