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The Federation Internationale de Football Association (Fifa) is the governing body of association football. Fifa is responsible for the organisation of football's major international tournaments, notably the World Cup which commenced in 1930 and the Women's World Cup which commenced in 1991. Fifa was founded in 1904. Headquartered in Zurich, its membership now comprises 209 national associations. Member countries must each also be members of one of the six regional confederations into which the world is divided: Africa, Asia, Europe, North & Central America and the Caribbean, Oceania and South America.
Iran have said they will not take part in this summer’s Fifa World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada. Photo: Reuters
Fifa World Cup 2026

Iraq, Italy, who could replace Iran at World Cup? Rules say Fifa can pick anyone

Iraq and United Arab Emirates could be part of the solution, but both face travel issues caused by US and Israel’s war in the Middle East.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Iran will not compete in US-hosted 2026 World Cup, sports minister says

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US, Israel war on Iran

Australia grants asylum to 5 Iranian women footballers after anthem controversy

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Malaysian FA disappointed with CAS ruling to partially uphold player sanctions

FAM says court’s ruling over the naturalisation scandal is ‘disproportionate’ and that it has accepted responsibility for oversight failures.

The Football Association of Malaysia was fined US$448,200 by Fifa, a decision upheld by the Court ⁠of Arbitration for Sport on Thursday. Photo: AFP
Court of Arbitration for Sport

CAS cuts sanctions on players involved in Malaysia scandal to official-match bans

CAS says the seven footballers who played for Malaysia using falsified documents can resume training with their clubs during the 12-month ban.

US, Israel war on Iran

US bombing of Iran disrupts sports with doubt over Messi, Ronaldo games and F1

Cancellations and travel shutdowns affecting events in Middle East and elsewhere as conflict spreads across region.

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Fifa World Cup 2026

Iran football federation chief says World Cup participation in US is in doubt

‘The US regime has attacked our homeland … we cannot be expected to look forward to the World Cup with hope,’ said Mehdi Taj.

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An Iranian flag hangs over a backrest in the stands after the Fifa World Cup in Qatar in 2022. Photo: dpa
Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa boss ‘very reassured’ about World Cup in Mexico despite violence

Host city Guadalajara rocked by attacks, while Portuguese Football Federation casts doubt on team playing friendly on March 29 in Mexico City.

Singapore

Hong Kong’s sports minister regrets comments about coach of local football team

Rosanna Law vows to be more careful with personal opinions after questioning Ashley Westwood’s coaching of team during Asian Cup qualifying match.

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Donald Trump

Fifa boss sorry for offending British football fans, defends Trump peace prize

Gianni Infantino, who awarded Trump the inaugural Fifa peace prize, had said the Qatar World Cup was special because ‘no Brit was arrested’.

US President Donald Trump, left, shakes hands with Fifa’s Gianni Infantino as he is presented with the inaugural Fifa Peace Prize, at the Kennedy Centre in Washington on December 5. Photo: AP
Court of Arbitration for Sport

Anger continues to build in Malaysia over naturalised players scandal

Following the mass resignations of governing body’s executives, critics and pundits believe addressing issues from bottom up is the way forward.

Malaysian football was thrown into fresh chaos when the local governing body’s entire executive body quit. Photo: AFP
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

GBA officials revive prospect of World Cup bid after Fok’s Asian Cup proposal

The area also plans to utilise event-hosting experience and international resources to attract global competitions in basketball and tennis.

Malaysia

Can Malaysian football ‘reset’? Mass resignations kick off reboot debate

Nothing will change if the same officials are re-elected with no one held accountable for the ‘heritage players’ fiasco, observers say.

Malaysia

Top Malaysian football officials quit over foreign-born players scandal

Entire executive committee of game’s governing body in country resigns to ‘mitigate risk’ of further punishment, acting president says.

A Malaysian football association (FAM) vehicle leaving the FAM’s headquarters in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

7 Fifa-banned Malaysian footballers cleared to play after court grants stay

The Court of Arbitration for Sport said the foreign-born players linked to forgery scandal can keep competing until a final ruling is made.

Malaysia’s players pose before the start of the AFC Asian Cup qualifier Group F football match between Malaysia and Vietnam in Kuala Lumpur last year. Photo: AFP
Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa president jokes about British football fans, defends ticket prices

Gianni Infantino also addressed concerns around the staging of this summer’s finals in the United States at the World Economic Forum.

Deloitte

Real are football’s biggest earners, Liverpool top EPL despite mediocre seasons

Spanish champions Barcelona second as Merseyside club are No 1 in Premier League for first time, Man Utd fall to lowest position.

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Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China football fans set to flock to Saudi Arabia to support under-23 team in cup final

The Chinese consulate-general in Jeddah quickly shut down online rumours that Chinese passport holders could attend the final for free.

Chinese football fans are expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia in large numbers to cheer on the under-23 team. Photo: handout
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

New Indonesia head coach John Herdman calls on team to harness disappointment

The 50-year-old Englishman believes the team have the talent to qualify for 2030 World Cup and challenge for regional and continental titles.

Malaysia

Malaysian football body risks Fifa’s takeover amid forgery scandal

Some sports fans claim that the reinstatement of FAM’s chief is ‘almost staged’ as concerns over Fifa’s next step mount.

Malaysia

Malaysian football body reinstates ‘only negligent’ chief over forgery scandal

Fifa has punished FAM further over the use of fake documents to let 7 foreign-born players represent Malaysia by nullifying 3 matches.

Malaysia’s players pose before the start of the AFC Asian Cup qualifier Group F football match between Malaysia and Vietnam in Kuala Lumpur on June 10 last year. Photo: AFP
Donald Trump

‘Peace President’ Trump embraces war: Maduro captured, Nigeria hit, Iran warned

Despite Nobel Peace Prize ambitions, Trump opens 2026 with strikes in Venezuela after a Christmas Day hit on Nigeria.

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US President Donald Trump speaks at the White House in September. Photo: EPA
Argentina

Argentina FA in turmoil ahead of World Cup over mystery villa, dirty money claims

Carlos Tevez claim over actions of governing body’s treasurer prompted investigation that uncovered 54 cars, helicopter at luxury property.

Hong Kong sports

From ice hockey to sevens, here’s what lies ahead for Hong Kong sport in 2026

It might only be the start of the year, but the city already has a packed sporting calendar.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa boss Infantino hails World Cup demand after 150 million tickets requested

Gianni Infantino says there would be ‘no football in 150 countries in the world’ without Fifa, defends cost of attending matches.

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Fifa president Gianni Infantino awards US President Donald Trump with the Fifa Peace Prize during the draw for the 2026 World Cup. Photo: AP
Fifa World Cup 2026

Editorial | Pricing out most fans harmful to World Cup’s football festival

Elite sporting events must not become the preserve of the privileged, and Fifa must explore ways of creating affordable ticketing options.

Fifa president Gianni Infantino, right, presents US President Donald Trump with a World Cup ticket for the final match, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on August 22. Photo: AFP
Fifa Women's World Cup

Year in football: growth, mismatches point to direction ‘beautiful game’ will take

‘Success’ of Club World Cup, bigger World Cup go hand in hand with more money, technology coming in, but player welfare is an issue.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong’s footballers could play China, Chinese Taipei regularly in new league

Asian chiefs planning new Nations League similar to the one in Europe, aimed at raising standards and revenue.

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