Groups say governing body’s moves harm ‘economic interests and player welfare’ as dispute deepens over crowded calendar
Dull passing game has dogged favourites until quarter-finals but easier route leaves them well placed for glory
Players are complaining about the number of fixtures. They have a point
Favourites France and England and underdogs Ukraine and Georgia play against backdrop of domestic upheaval
Global players’ union faces off with governing body over ‘overloaded and unworkable’ calendar
Two days of culture, cuisine and — of course — football
World Athletics’ bonus plan sparks debate and the peace deal that could bring European football to America
Relevent’s agreement with football’s governing body could pave way for official season fixtures being played outside Europe
Plus, Nike vs Adidas and Amazon’s sports media bet
Prosecutors allege defendants masked money flows involving Franz Beckenbauer and Qatari official
Plus, darts mania, late reprieve for football agents
Talent agencies had scored series of wins against the new rules in the courts
Biggest European clubs given chance to join breakaway tournaments after ECJ competition ruling
Ankaragücü club president Faruk Koca struck referee Halil Umut Meler during a Süper Lig match against Çaykur Rizespor
European standard bearer contests male officialdom view that ‘patience’ is the way forward
Also in this newsletter: Saudi Arabia bags the 2034 World Cup without a fight
Sponsorship diplomacy, intensive lobbying and Fifa rule changes cleared path for Gulf kingdom to host 2034 event
Move will accelerate kingdom’s push into football and broader expansion into global sport
Decision of governing body’s disciplinary committee follows forced kissing of player after women’s World Cup victory
Plus, sports bodies wrestle with Ozempic, Disney’s latest cricket bet
Riyadh could emerge as sole bidder for 2034 tournament after decision to spread 2030 edition across 3 continents
Euro 2028 men’s tournament set to be awarded to UK and Ireland after Turkey withdraws from bidding
Robust pre-release sales of ‘EA Sports FC’ marks end of 30-year Fifa franchise
Head of national association who sparked outrage says he will defend his innocence in face of ‘persecution’
Jorge Vilda praised by federation as its disgraced chief Luis Rubiales clings on to job despite suspension