Belgian Pro League appoints politician Parys to lead them out of scandal-tainted era
March 29 – Politician Lorin Parys has become the new CEO of the Belgian Pro League, the body announced on Monday.
World Football
UEFA rethinks FFP with salary cap proposal and relegation between competitions
March 28 – UEFA look set to scrap Financial Fair Play (FFP) after 10 years and replace it with radical new rules that would ultimately cap spending on wages, transfers and agents’ fees to 70% of revenue, according to reports.
Fan petition seeks 1m signatures to trigger EU laws to protect sports from predatory investors
March 28 – The ‘Win It On The Pitch’ campaign coordinated by Football Supporters Europe (FSE) has launched its petition, which, if it gains enough public support, will force the European Commission to consider its proposals aimed at protecting the European sports model.
Canada secure World Cup berth; US and Mexico closing in on Qatar 2022
March 28 – Canada stormed past Jamaica at BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario, to qualify for their first World Cup finals since 1986.
New Zealand beat Tahiti to set up OFC qualifying final against the Solomon Islands
By Samindra Kunti in Doha
March 28 – New Zealand edged towards a ticket for the international World Cup playoff following a laboured 1-0 victory against Tahiti to set up the OFC qualification final against Solomon Islands.
CFG expands club ownership with addition of Nac Breda
March 25 – City Football Group have acquired Dutch second-tier outfit Nac Breda, which will become the eleventh club owned by the Abu Dhabi group.
Costa Rica end Canada’s unbeaten run to keep their Qatar 2022 challenge alive
March 25 – Costa Rica catapulted themselves back into contention for a place at the Qatar 2022 World Cup with a 1-0 win over group leaders Canada, the first time the Canadians have been beaten in the final round of qualifying.
Russia submit last minute bid to host either Euro 2028 or 2032
By Andrew Warshaw
March 24 – In an act of brazen effrontery, Russia has unexpectedly thrown its hat into the ring to stage Euro 2028 despite the country’s ban from international football because of the invasion of Ukraine.
Ednaldo Rodrigues takes CBF presidency claiming a win against racism and prejudice
March 24 – Brazilian football has a new boss. After rudderless months, Ednaldo Rodrigues has been elected the new president of the Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) for a four-year term.
Rapidly growing USL hires Cohen to lead broadcast and media push in New York
March 24 – The United Soccer League is beefing up its broadcast and media presence with the launch of a new media group under industry veteran Michael Cohen, and a commitment to open a business presence in New York to expand its partnerships.
UK and Ireland FAs submit formal bid for Euro 2028 hosting
By Paul Nicholson
March 23 – The four UK FAs and the Football Association of Ireland have today formally submitted a joint Expression of Interest to host Euro 2028.
Big Five league player injury costs rocket to €279m, finds report
March 23 – Injuries cost the Big Five football countries in Europe (England, France, Germany, Italy and Spain) a staggering €279.49 million in the first half of this year according to a new study.
Wembley tickets for Finalissima 2022 on sale with prices starting at £25
March 23 – Tickets for the Wembley play-off between the national team champions of Europe and South America – dubbed the Finalissima 2022 – go on sale Thursday with category 3 tickets priced at £25.
UEFA poised to award Euro 28 hosting to combined Britain and Ireland bid
March 22 – The UK and Ireland are set to be named as the joint hosts of Euro 2028, with no rival bid having come forward before tomorrow’s deadline for “expressions of interest”, according to reports.
Overmars in quick return with Antwerp role after Dutch disgrace
March 22 – Belgian club Antwerp have named Marc Overmars as their new technical director, just weeks after the Dutchman exited Ajax Amsterdam under a cloud.