Wiegman drafts Mead back into England squad for final Nations League qualifiers
November 11 – Beth Mead has returned to the England squad for the first time since November 2022 after a lengthy spell out due to injury.
Premier League fails to gain majority vote to stop inter-club loans between clubs with same owners
November 22 – Newcastle United will be allowed to bring in loan players from foreign teams controlled by their Saudi owners in the January transfer window after a vote on a temporary ban on related-party loans did not get enough support from Premier League clubs.
FIFA land Qatar Airways sponsorship through to 2030
November 22 – FIFA have extended their partnership with Qatar Airways until 2030, the world governing body confirmed on Wednesday.
Germany struggle to find right rhythm as Euro 2024 hosting nears
November 22 – Next summer’s Euro hosts Germany suffered a second defeat in four days on Tuesday, losing 2-0 to Austria as Julian Nagelsmann’s reign continues to get off to a tough start with less than seven months until the tournament begins.
Czechs qualify for Euro 2024 but fan protests force Silhavy to quit
November 22 – Jaroslav Silhavy has quit as coach of the Czech Republic despite guiding them to the Euro 2024 finals, saying he made the decision due to the “anger and aggression” shown towards him by critics and fans.
Reggae Boyz jammin in Canada; Mexico comeback but need penalty shootout to beat Honduras
November 22 – Three second half goals in Toronto saw Jamaica knock 2023 Nations League finalists Canada out of the 2024 Nations League semi-finals and automatic qualification for the 2024 Copa America to be played in the US. At the Azteca it took a late goal and penalties for Mexico to overcome Honduras to secure their place.
Puma keeps ball in play at LaLiga with early multi-year renewal
November 21 – Puma are extending their five-year official ball sponsorship with LaLiga with a new multi-year deal starting with the 2024/25 season.
AFC seeds its grassroots at Kuala Lumpur conference, recognising outstanding achievement
November 22 -The AFC kicked off its third Grassroots Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, yesterday with a series of awards recognising the unsung heroes of grassroots football in Asia.
Romanian FA builds national team brand with Lagardère retail deal
November 22 – The Romanian Football Federation (FRF) has signed a long term agreement with retailer Lagardère which will sell national team merchandise across 22 different stores, mainly located in Romanian airports.
EA Sports crosses into real world with EA Futures $10m grassroots funding project
November 22 – Electronic Arts, the developers of the EAFC football simulation game, has launched its FC Futures $10 million fund that will provide money for infrastructure projects at community-level football.
Liverpool MP calls Everton sanction ‘unjust’ and motions for immediate establishment of regulator
November 21 – Everton’s 10-point deduction by the Premier League has reached the UK Parliament after being described as “grossly unfair”.
Bill Foley buys Australian A-League’s new Auckland franchise
November 21 – Australia’s A-League has confirmed that a new Auckland-based franchise will feature in the league next season, heralding the return of professional club football to New Zealand.
Mendy chases Man City for unpaid wage deductions while on trial for rape
November 21 – Former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy has launched a “multi-million-pound” claim against the club over unpaid wages.
49ers Enterprises sells minority stake in Leeds to US venture capitalists Ackerley Partners
November 21 – 49ers Enterprises, owners of Leeds United, have sold a minority share in the club to US venture capitalists Ackerley Partners, owned by Chris and Ted Ackerley.
Vinicius Jr steps up anti-racism efforts with Brazil poster campaign
November 21 – Vinicius Junior has launched a campaign to combat racism in Brazil under the slogan ‘Racism, don’t pretend you don’t see it’.