The New York Times – Sports:
FIFA is preparing to approve a change that will set the format for the largest and longest championship in soccer history.
Category: International Federation of Association Football (FIFA)
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Former Fox Employee Convicted of Bribery for Soccer Broadcast Deals
The New York Times – Sports:
The employee, Hernán López, and an Argentine marketing firm were accused of helping make illegal payments for rights to tournaments in South America.
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Saudi Sponsorship Catches Women’s World Cup Hosts by Surprise
The New York Times – Sports:
Officials from Australia and New Zealand were blindsided by reports that FIFA would make Saudi Arabia’s tourism authority a partner for the tournament.
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Copa América Will Return to U.S. in 2024
The New York Times – Sports:
The relocation of the South American soccer championship is part of an agreement that also includes expanded events for clubs and women in the Americas.
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Fox Sports Could Be Focus of FIFA Trial in Brooklyn
The New York Times – Sports:
Two former executives are accused of paying bribes to obtain broadcast rights, including for the World Cup. Testimony could reveal what the company knew.
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Opening the Post-World Cup Mailbag
The New York Times – Sports:
Was Argentina-France the greatest final ever? Or a dull game with a great finish? Readers have their say, and our columnist holds his ground.
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Shakhtar Donetsk Claims FIFA Rule Is Hurting Teams From Ukraine
The New York Times – Sports:
A hearing will be held over a rule that allows overseas players to suspend their contracts with Ukrainian teams during the Russian invasion.
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How FIFA Silenced a World Cup Armband Campaign
The New York Times – Sports:
European teams had planned to highlight inclusivity on soccer’s biggest stage. They blinked when the sport’s governing body flexed its muscles.
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Leaders Mix Sports and Diplomacy at the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
Dozens of top officials have flown to Qatar to cheer for teams while talking shop. The event has magnified the tiny Gulf nation’s role as a diplomatic broker.