Romanians partner with data specialists Hudl to boost performance
October 4 – The Romanian Football Federation (FRF) has signed a €1.2 million partnership with the American company Hudl.
Will Magpies fly from St James’ Park or make the nest bigger and better
October 4 – Since 1892, St James’ Park has been the home of Newcastle United, and long regarded as one of the most atmospheric stadiums in all of world football.
FIFA Council decision expected to rule on Israel’s international football future today
October 3 – Is FIFA finally running out of patience with Israel? Following delay after delay over Palestinian demands for action, a decision on whether or not to suspend Israel from international football is set to be taken by the FIFA Council today.
Swiss prosecutors pursue fraud and forgery probe into key Infantino foot soldier Mosengo-Omba
October 3 – Confederation of African Football (CAF) secretary general Véron Mosengo-Omba is having a bad couple of months. Fribourg prosecutor’s office is investigating a series of suspicious payments made to Swiss bank accounts. The news follows a CAF audit report that called for his suspension.
Human Rights Watch urges FIFA to follow its rules and ban Israel
October 3 – On the eve of its Council meeting today, FIFA president Gianni Infantino and his fellow decision makers received yet another demand from Human Rights Watch to “fulfil” the organisation’s responsibilities and stop Israeli clubs organising fixtures in the West Bank, an issue that constantly been kicked down the road by world football’s governing body.
Concacaf agrees all-competition equipment and apparel deal with Macron through 2030
October 3 – Concacaf have agreed a six-and-a-half year partnership with Italian sportswear brand Macron, who become the confederation’s official sports equipment and apparel partner.
Belgian authorities chase €121m of tax debt from clubs
October 3 – Belgian football is facing a significant financial challenge as tax authorities are demanding the repayment of €121.2 million from the industry.
Italy are fifth bidder to enter race for Women’s Euro 2029 hosting
October 3 – Italy have entered the race to host the 2029 UEFA European Championships. The Italians will now be competing with Germany, Poland, Portugal, and a joint Denmark-Sweden bid to compete for the right to host Europe’s marquee international women’s tournament.
St Pauli to raise €30m via stadium sale to fans co-operative
October 3 – Bundesliga club St. Pauli has unveiled plans to sell shares to a fans cooperative to raise up to €30 million for the purchase of a controlling stake in their stadium, the Millerntor, valued at an estimated €60 million.
Touts get in early with 2026 tickets being advertised for sale a year ahead of launch
October 3 – FIFA, has issued its first, and surely not last warning to fans prior to the 2026 World Cup urging them to not purchase tickets from ‘unofficial ticketing websites’.
Red card fiasco! VAR slips up again over Fernandes sending off
October 3 – Manchester United has finally received some good news. Club captain Bruno Fernandes’ red card in Manchester United’s 3-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur last Sunday has been rescinded.
Cissé fired from Senegal after government requests his contract is not renewed
October 3 – Senegal coach Aliou Cissé, who led his country to an Africa Cup of Nations title and the past two World Cup tournaments, has lost his job seemingly after government intervention.
Maradona remains to be relocated to public mausoleum in Buenos Aries
October 3 – A court in Argentina has authorised plans for the relocation on “humanitarian and emotional” grounds of Diego Maradona’s remains from a private cemetery so they can be placed at a public mausoleum under construction in Buenos Aires.
North Macedonia loses state lottery sponsor after gaming license withdrawn
October 3 – The Football Federation of North Macedonia (FFM) was left without one of its main sponsors after the State Video Lottery (VLT) terminated its contract less than three days after the government revoked its licenses for organising online games of chance.
Arsenal style up with Aries collection
October 3 – Arsenal has teamed up with London-based luxury streetwear brand Aries to launch a limited-edition collection featuring a range of apparel and accessories.