By John Akomaye, JKNewsMedia Intern CONTROVERSY SURROUNDING world football governing body FIFA’s decision to suspend United States’ goal scorer, Folarin Balogun‘s one match red card ban intensified after its former president, Sepp Blatter, criticised the ruling and US President Donald Trump confirmed he had spoken with FIFA ...
By Joke Kujenya SIMPLE STEPS such as staying up to date with vaccinations, keeping hydrated and seeking medical care early can help people stay safe while attending the 2026 Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has said. JKNewsMedia.com reports that the guidance forms ...
By John Nzerue, JKNewsMedia Sports Reporter  TIME WASTING tactics will face tighter restrictions at the 2026 Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup after the football body introduced a series of rule changes aimed at keeping matches moving. JKNewsMedia.com reports that FIFA referees chief Pierluigi Collina outlined...
By Joke Kujenya FIFA has unveiled plans for a groundbreaking 16-team Women’s Club World Cup, set to debut in January-February 2026. This significant decision emerged from the recent FIFA Council meeting, held during the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, where the Women’s International Match Calendar for 2026-2029 was also approved...
By Damilare Adeleye, JKNMedia Reporter IN A HISTORIC move, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously passed a resolution on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, designating May 25 as World Football Day, a day dedicated to celebrating the world’s most beloved sport. The decision was met with resounding applause from diplomats gathered in the assem...
