At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, footballers could face a straight red card if they cover their face while engaging in heated exchanges with opponents on the pitch. The measure forms part of a broader set of disciplinary changes approved by the International Football Association Board (IFAB). The decision was taken at a special IFAB […]

Afghanistan’s women footballers have been granted approval to return to international competition following a prolonged absence, a development described by former national team captain Khalida Popal as a significant step for the players involved. The decision marks the end of a period during which the team had not participated in official international matches. The Afghanistan […]

The Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) has called for the abolition of FIFA’s so-called Peace Prize, arguing that the award conflicts with the governing body’s principle of political neutrality. NFF president Lise Klaveness stated that the federation will formally write to FIFA to request that such awards, which are unrelated to football, are discontinued. The NFF […]