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When is the Women's World Cup? FIFA releases 2027 schedule details

When is the Women's World Cup? FIFA releases 2027 schedule details

The 2027 Women's World Cup schedule is here with more details from FIFA.
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Soccer-Infantino loses more support as FIFA official says COO dismissal was 'final straw'

Soccer-Infantino loses more support as FIFA official says COO dismissal was 'final straw'

Aug 19 (Reuters) - More national football federations and FIFA officials have withdrawn their support for the soccer body's president Gianni Infantino after the exit of Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour, which one FIFA vice-president described as the "final straw".
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U-20 Women's World Cup to move forward despite UEFA boycott threat, says USA coach

U-20 Women's World Cup to move forward despite UEFA boycott threat, says USA coach

United States U-20 women's national team manager Vicky Jepson said she believes the upcoming U-20 Women's World Cup will be held as scheduled.
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FIFA vice president withdraws support for embattled president Infantino

FIFA vice president withdraws support for embattled president Infantino

FIFA vice president Sándor Csányi has withdrawn support for president Gianni Infantino after the firing of the organization's chief operating officer.
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Exclusive-Soccer-Regional powerhouses weigh no-confidence vote in bid to oust Infantino - sources

Exclusive-Soccer-Regional powerhouses weigh no-confidence vote in bid to oust Infantino - sources

By Julien Pretot BOLZANO, Italy, Aug 20 (Reuters) - World soccer’s regional powerhouses are discussing whether to move a vote of no confidence as they seek to oust FIFA President Gianni Infantino after he angered them with a proposal to sell private investors a stake in the World Cup, senior figures
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Soccer-Qatar still not satisfied with Asia chief over Infantino letter

Soccer-Qatar still not satisfied with Asia chief over Infantino letter

By Nick Mulvenney Aug 20 (Reuters) - The Qatar Football Association has reiterated its concerns over the lack of consultation with members before the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) signed an open letter with UEFA and CONCACAF criticising FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
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FairSquare Urges FIFA to Block Gianni Infantino's Re-election Bid Over Term Limits

FairSquare Urges FIFA to Block Gianni Infantino's Re-election Bid Over Term Limits

FairSquare Urges FIFA to Block Gianni Infantino's Re-election Bid Over Term Limits
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Soccer-Rights groups accuse FIFA of silencing dissent after COO Lamour's exit

Soccer-Rights groups accuse FIFA of silencing dissent after COO Lamour's exit

By Iain Axon Aug 18 (Reuters) - FIFA's latest senior departure drew sharp criticism from human rights and labour groups on Tuesday, with campaigners saying Kevin Lamour's exit raised fresh concerns about governance and dissent inside soccer's global governing body.
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FIFA confirms departure of senior executive Kevin Lamour after Infantino criticism

FIFA confirms departure of senior executive Kevin Lamour after Infantino criticism

Aug 17 (Reuters) - FIFA confirmed on Monday that Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour has left the governing body, weeks after he publicly criticised President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a stake in its tournament business, including the World Cup.
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On This Day: U.S. Women’s Water Polo Captured Olympic Gold in Rio

On This Day: U.S. Women’s Water Polo Captured Olympic Gold in Rio

The 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, showcased a remarkable performance by the United States women's water polo team, culminating in...
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A top official leaves FIFA, deepening the fallout from Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan

A top official leaves FIFA, deepening the fallout from Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan

FIFA's chief operating officer, Kevin Lamour, has reportedly left his role weeks after accusing president Gianni Infantino of deceiving staff with a World Cup sell-off plan
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FIFA executive departs after scathing criticism of Infantino

FIFA executive departs after scathing criticism of Infantino

Kevin Lamour, the FIFA chief operating officer who openly criticized president Gianni Infantino, has left the global governing body.