Russia to attend UEFA Congress but re-integration not on agenda
February 2 – Despite its clubs and national team still being banned from official competition, Russia will be represented at UEFA’s annual congress in Paris next week.
Jordan end Tajikistan’s dream with 1-0 win to secure semi-final slot
February 2 – Jordan became the first team to claim a semi-final berth at the Asian Cup after they bundled debutants Tajikistan out in the quarter finals with a 1-0 win, courtesy of an Abdallah Nasib headed goal.
Textor’s Botafogo break records to bring Luiz Henrique back to Brazil
February 2 – Rio de Janeiro club Botafogo have signed Brazilian winger Luiz Henrique from Real Betis in Spain for a Brazilian record fee, the club said Thursday.
Aussies forced to patch defence after cyber attack
February 2 – Football Australia is investigating reports that the private information of fans and players has been leaked as part of a possible cybersecurity breach.
Added time goals are shaping destiny of the Asian Cup
By Abdelaziz Abuhamar
February 2 – The Asian Cup has been characterised by the number of games going down to the wire and in the 44 matches played to the end of the round of 16 a remarkable 18 goals have been scored in added time after the 90 minutes have been played.
FIFA Museum reports record visitor numbers
February 2 – The FIFA Museum in Zurich has released record-breaking numbers for the calendar year 2023, welcoming 230,000 visitors over the course of the year- a record high since its opening eight years ago.
Levski Sofia creates newco to manage stadium rebuild and secure all commercial rights
February 2 – Bulgarian club Levski Sofia have created a new company to manage the reconstruction of the club’s new Georgi Asparuhov stadium, which is being built on the site of the old stadium which will be levelled.
Spurs are only big money highlight in quiet winter window for Premier League
February 2 – Tottenham Hotspur led the Premier League cash spend winter window, welcoming RB Leipzig’s Timo Werner on loan and Genoa’s in-form defender Radu Dragusin on a permanent transfer worth €25 million.
Euro 2024 nations pick their German bases
February 2 – After the UEFA EURO 2024 final draw in Hamburg on December 2, all 20 qualified teams and the host country have finalised their team base camps. These locations will serve as the departure points for their matches and the accommodation between games throughout the tournament, starting in Munich on June 14.
A22 cry foul, bleating that nasty UEFA boss must stop being competitive with them
February 1 – A22, the sports management company formed to help bring the European Super League to fruition, made public on Wednesday a letter they sent to UEFA asking for the immediate cessation of anti-competitive behaviour.
TV viewers switch on to Asian Cup, smashing all previous records
February 1 – Having already announced record breaking social media and attendance for the Asian Cup Qatar 2023 that enters the quarter final stage today, the AFC is reporting that the finals tournament is also smashing TV viewership records.
Media wars: African keyboard warriors lose the plot but get in on the fight
February 1 – It appears the Asian Cup isn’t the only regional tournament where journalists’ behaviour has got out of hand.
No Taremi but Iranians promise 26 like him for Japan quarter final
February 1 – Saeid Ezatolahi, has promised that Iran will play with “26 Taremis” against Japan after the star striker from Porto was sent off in his side’s penalty drama victory against a stubborn Syria in the round of 16 of the Asian Cup.
Everton start appeal process in quest for much-needed return of PL points
February 1 – Everton’s appeal against their ten-point deduction for breaching the Premier League’s financial rules has begun with a final decision expected later in February.
Sela and Adidas promise a partnership that will break the mould
February 1 — Saudi Arabian live events and experiences company Sela has unveiled a partnership with sporting goods giant adidas that will break new ground for both businesses focused on strategic collaborations and joint developments.