News Publish date: 29. April 2026. FIFA explore radical rule change that would benefit academy playersThe world governing body has approved a major consultation process to investigate a regulatory requirement for senior teams to field underage players
News Publish date: 2. April 2026. Barcelona furious at FIFA over Raphinha injury while on international dutyFC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has spoken out against the congested fixture calendar after Raphinha picked up an injury on international duty
News Publish date: 9. March 2026. Exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi asks Australia to safeguard Iran women’s football team following Asian Cup eliminationCalled for urgent intervention as athletes face "wartime traitor" labels following a silent anthem protest in the 2026 Asian Cup
World Cup Publish date: 26. January 2026. How the 48-team World Cup works: 2026 format explainedEverything you need to know about the 2026 World Cup’s new 48-team format, group stage, knockouts, and qualification rules
Analysis Publish date: 25. January 2026. Who is Hamza Abdelkarim: The ‘new Salah’ who has signed for BarcelonaThe 18-year-old Egyptian forward has joined FC Barcelona on loan with a view to make the deal permanent
World Cup Publish date: 23. January 2026. Where is the 2026 World Cup final taking place: All you need to know about MetLife StadiumThe 2026 FIFA World Cup final will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, just outside New York City
Analysis Update date: 3. March 2026. The ‘Wenger rule’ explained: The new offside proposal that could change football World football’s lawmakers are reviewing a radical change that could reshape how goals are judged
