Kosovo FA enlists with military to boost infrastructure
February 28 – The Football federation of Kosovo (FFK) and the country’s Ministry of Defense have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation for the development of joint projects.
UEFA renews Swissquote for Europa and Conference leagues
February 28 – Swissquote has extended its sponsorship of the Europa League and Conference League for the 2024-2027 competition cycle.
Last gasp Paraguay grab quarter final slot with Martinez hattrick in 3-2 win over El Salvador
February 28 – A Jessica Martinez hattrick saw Paraguay through into the quarter finals of the W Gold Cup, coming from behind to beat El Salvador 3-2 in added time in the Shell Energy Stadium in Houston.
OFC to use FIFA+ streaming channels to build competition awareness
February 28 – The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) has partnered with FIFA+ to stream tournaments and competitions in a bid to ensure greater exposure for the game in the region, the confederation confirmed.
Haaland hammers in five, with a little help from de Bruyne
February 28 – Manchester City’s Erling Haaland fired back into action with a five-goal display against Luton in the FA Cup on Tuesday night, making him the first player to score five or more for a top-flight club in the FA Cup in more than 50 years.
Canada brush Costa Rica aside to head into quarter final draw as top ranked nation
February 28 – Canada beat Costa Rica in the Shell Energy Stadium in Houston in their final group game of Group C to secure qualification ahead of Brazil for the quarter finals as the top ranked nation.
Denmark’s Kristoffer Olsson hospitalised after collapsing at home
February 28 – Swedish midfielder Kristoffer Olsson is on a ventilator in hospital after collapsing at home due to a brain condition, his Danish club Midtjylland have announced.
Cupra extend journey Football Australia
February 28 – Football Australia has extended its partnership with Cupra in a deal that will see the company continue as Official Automotive Partner for the Socceroos and Matildas.
FIFA-funded series of friendly tournaments launched with 20 nations, across four host venues
February 27 – Global governing body FIFA has launched a new series of friendly matches, piloting the first edition of the ‘FIFA Series’ in March, in a bid to offer more “meaningful action” to smaller nations.
German fans keep pressure on over 50+1 ownership rule
February 27 – Despite the German football league capitulating to fan power over third party investment, more protests occurred at the weekend, this time over Germany’s much coveted 50+1 rule.
Bayern Munich hire Eberl to infuse new trophy winning into club
February 27 – With the prospect of facing a first season without a major trophy for 12 years, Bayern Munich have appointed a new sporting director in the shape of Max Eberl to oversee a major shakeup.
Qatari sheikh storms pitch to protest penalty in Qatari league derby
February 27 – In extraordinary scenes that have been circulated worldwide, one of the biggest Qatari league matches of the season was interrupted on Sunday when a club president stormed on to the pitch to furiously protest a controversial penalty decision.
South Korea appoint U-23 boss Hwang Sun-hong to lead through upcoming 2026 qualifiers
February 27 – Hwang Sun-hong, manager of the U-23 team, will lead South Korea on an interim basis following the exit of Jurgen Klinsmann, the South Korean FA (KFA) confirmed.
Guanajuato, Mexico, to host 2024 Concacaf U-20 men’s championship
February 26 – Irapuato and Celaya, in Guanajuato, Mexico, will host the 12-team 2024 Concacaf Men’s U-20 Championship July 19-August 4.
Nigeria’s eNPFL joins EA Sports FC Pro elite ecosystem
February 27 – The official football esports programme of the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) will merge into the EA Sports FC Pro elite tournament programme for the first time this season.