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Victorias City in Negros Occidental is gearing up to host the inaugural edition of the FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup, scheduled to take place from November 21 to December 7. The city has undergone renovations to meet FIFA standards, with Mayor Abelardo Bantug III leading the preparations and
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Soccer fans seeking a guarantee of admission to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Toronto and Vancouver can now purchase luxury hospitality packages, starting with a $2,500 entry-level tier. However, the high-demand event is expected to leave many regular fans priced out, with ticket prices for the general public
Soccer players
Ajax academy graduate Azor Matusiwa has joined Ipswich Town from Stade Rennais in a reported €9m transfer. Born in Hilversum, Netherlands, Matusiwa's love for football was ignited by his two brothers, and he has since developed into a highly skilled midfielder. After progressing through the ranks at Ajax,
Professional soccer
Everton's transition from a rebuilding phase to a squad capable of competing with the best in the Premier League has been marked by the arrival of new ownership, a new leadership team, and significant squad additions. Despite the influx of talent, including Carlos Alcaraz and Thierno Barry, the
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San Diego FC boasts the 10th highest payroll in Major League Soccer (MLS), with a total guaranteed compensation of $20 million for the 2025 season. The club's star players, including Chucky Lozano and Anders Dreyer, are among the top earners on the team, with Lozano making $7.6
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Balanced Energy, an energy solutions provider, has secured the role of official sponsor for the Somerset U18 Youth Football League's 2025/26 season. The partnership aims to nurture young talent and support grassroots football throughout the county. Key Takeaways: * Balanced Energy, led by director Ashley Webber, has partnered
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Thomas Partey, the Ghanaian footballer, had complaints lodged against him 10 months before his arrest by police in July 2022, but no formal investigation was launched due to jurisdictional issues. Allegations of sexual assault had been raised with the Football Association, Arsenal, and the Premier League, but they were deemed
Business travel
Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) collective spirit and unyielding desire for victory have been on full display throughout the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. As they prepare to take on Chelsea FC in the final, PSG's stars Vitinha and Senny Mayulu spoke to FIFA about their team'
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Eric Trump unveiled a new office for the international soccer organization at Trump Tower in New York City, further cementing ties between FIFA and President Donald Trump ahead of the Club World Cup (CWC) final. Infantino emphasized the importance of having a global presence, stating
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The Botswana Football Association (BFA) is launching an elite referees course to introduce new rules and enhance communication strategies among referees in the country. According to FIFA referee technical instructor Felix Tangawarima, the course is a response to the recent amendments to the FIFA play regulation rules, which will come
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More than 850 players, including 24 FIFA World Cup winners, have gathered in the United States for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, with several seeking to become the first to win the global double. The tournament has seen some of the world's top clubs, including Atletico de
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The international football fraternity is abuzz as the semi-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 feature a mouth-watering matchup between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Real Madrid. The two teams will clash, each boasting a significant number of French international players. The likes of Ousmane Dembele and Kylian Mbappe will
