What is new at World Cup 2022?
2 years, 4 months ago

What is new at World Cup 2022?

Al Jazeera  

Female refs and 26-man squads among the firsts at the FIFA World Cup taking place in Qatar. Doha, Qatar – The men’s 2022 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching. Here is a list of some other firsts at this year’s World Cup: Offside technology In July, football’s world governing body, FIFA, announced the use of a semi-automated offside system at the World Cup to help make fast and accurate offside calls. Female referees For the first time at the men’s World Cup, three women have been included among the 36 referees selected for Qatar 2022. Most ‘compact’ World Cup With an area of little more than 11,500sq km and a population of around 2.9 million, Qatar will be the smallest country ever to host FIFA’s flagship tournament.

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Semi-Automated Offside Technology to debut at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023
1 year, 3 months ago

Semi-Automated Offside Technology to debut at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023

The Hindu  

Match officials at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 will be able to enhance their decision-making process with the Semi-Automated Offside Technology system, which will be implemented at all 51 matches of the tournament. AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said: “Our Asian match officials are established as among the best in the world and the landmark debut …

Women referees to officiate at AFC Asian Cup for first time next year
1 year, 6 months ago

Women referees to officiate at AFC Asian Cup for first time next year

Firstpost  

The Video Assistant Referee system will also make its ‘full debut’ at the tournament, the AFC said. Women including Japanese trailblazer Yoshimi Yamashita will referee at the men’s Asian Cup for the first time next year in Qatar, officials said Thursday. “For the first time ever, women match officials are poised to make their debut at Asia’s most prestigious men’s …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Record 74 officials named, historic debut for women officials beckons
1 year, 6 months ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Record 74 officials named, historic debut for women officials beckons

The Hindu  

A record 74 match officials have been appointed for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023, which is scheduled to be held from 12 January to 10 February 2024, across nine venues. For the first time-ever, women match officials are poised to make their debut at Asia’s most prestigious men’s national team competition, with Japan’s Yoshimi Yamashita – one of six …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: England’s road to WWC final
1 year, 7 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: England’s road to WWC final

The Hindu  

England could become only the second team to simultaneously hold both the Women’s Euros and the Women’s World Cup when it faces Spain in the final of the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Sydney on Sunday. RELATED: FIFA Women’s World Cup may be ‘coming home’ to Lionesses, but don’t count out the adamant Spanish Let’s have a look at England’s …

FIFA Women’s World Cup Preview: Storylines dominating this WWC and top players to watch out for
1 year, 8 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup Preview: Storylines dominating this WWC and top players to watch out for

The Hindu  

Opening its arms to 32 teams instead of the usual 24, the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup is packed with players and stories to watch out for. Haiti, Morocco, Panama, Philippines, Portugal, Republic of Ireland, Vietnam and Zambia will be making their first FIFA Women’s World Cup appearances at Australia & New Zealand 2023. After the criticism that FIFA’s ban …

Five defenders to watch out for at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
1 year, 8 months ago

Five defenders to watch out for at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

The Hindu  

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 will get underway on July 20, with New Zealand playing the opening match against Norway. PODCAST: FIFA WOMEN’S WORLD CUP 2023 PREVIEW Ahead of the tournament, the following are five defenders to look out for: Wendie Renard Wendie Renard of France will undoubtedly be one of the star attractions in the FIFA Women’s World …

Real-time VAR explanations at Women’s World Cup more transparent: FIFA referee chief Collina
1 year, 8 months ago

Real-time VAR explanations at Women’s World Cup more transparent: FIFA referee chief Collina

The Hindu  

Match officials explaining VAR decisions live to stadiums and television audiences for FIFA Women’s World Cup games will make the process “more transparent”, FIFA’s referee chief Pierluigi Collina said on Tuesday. The concept will be used at a major tournament for the first time when the World Cup starts on Thursday, having been trialled at the men’s Club World Cup …

FIFA World Cup 2022: From Messi upset with referee to Ronaldo goal disallowed, top controversies in Qatar
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: From Messi upset with referee to Ronaldo goal disallowed, top controversies in Qatar

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup has historically had controversies in every edition of its 92-year-old history - be it Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ or England’s goal disallowed in 2010, in South Africa. Referee Antonio Mateu shows a yellow card to Lionel Messi during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarter final match between Netherlands and Argentina at Lusail Stadium. RELATED …

Infantino gives FIFA wish list of new and revamped events
2 years, 3 months ago

Infantino gives FIFA wish list of new and revamped events

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — A 32-team men’s Club World Cup in 2025. “The 32-team tournament will go ahead, making it really like a World Cup,” Infantino said about an event in June-July 2025 that would require some teams to play six or seven games. European clubs should boycott it.” A women’s Club World Cup is less controversial and has been a …

Poland's Szymon Marciniak To Referee World Cup Final between Argentina and France
2 years, 3 months ago

Poland's Szymon Marciniak To Referee World Cup Final between Argentina and France

News 18  

Polish referee Szymon Marciniak will make history as the first man from his country to take charge of a FIFA World Cup final when France meet Argentina at Lusail Stadium on Sunday. Marciniak, who oversaw France’s group-stage victory over Denmark and Argentina’s Round of 16 defeat of Australia, will be assisted by compatriots Pawel Sokolnicki and Tomasz Listkiewicz for the …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Quarterfinals: Full list of results updated after ENG vs FRA, matches, scores, goalscorers
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Quarterfinals: Full list of results updated after ENG vs FRA, matches, scores, goalscorers

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 quarterfinal stage kicked off on Friday, December 9, with Brazil having taken on Croatia in the first match. The action-packed last-eight stage will Old rivals England and France face each other on the second day. Morocco, fourth African team ever to make the QF, will lock horns with Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal. Quarterfinal fixtures and results …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinals: Top five most-exciting QF clashes over the years
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinals: Top five most-exciting QF clashes over the years

The Hindu  

The quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is set to begin on December 9, 2022. ‘Captain Netherlands’: Tim Krul saves a penalty kick by Michael Umana of Costa Rica to win in a shootout during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Quarter Final match. Uruguay vs Ghana – 2010, South Africa Though Uruguay and Ghana’s contest saw both …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Qatar government makes 'MASSIVE' changes in code of conduct for fans | READ
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Qatar government makes 'MASSIVE' changes in code of conduct for fans | READ

India TV News  

FIFA World Cup 2022: Qatar government makes 'MASSIVE' changes in code of conduct for fans | READ FIFA World Cup 2022: After Wales & Iran crash out of the World Cup, FIFA in association with the Qatar government has issued new guidelines for the fans FIFA World Cup 2022: The ongoing World Cup that is being hosted by Qatar has …

Referee Stephanie Frappart to make World Cup history as part of all-female team
2 years, 3 months ago

Referee Stephanie Frappart to make World Cup history as part of all-female team

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy French referee Stephanie Frappart will make World Cup …

2022 World Cup expert picks, odds for Tuesday’s matches: Argentina, Mexico, France debuting
2 years, 4 months ago

2022 World Cup expert picks, odds for Tuesday’s matches: Argentina, Mexico, France debuting

New York Times  

Day 3 of the 2022 World Cup brings the first full day of matches with four matches from Groups C and D taking place on Tuesday. Argentina vs. Saudi Arabia Kickoff time: 5 a.m. ET/10 a.m. GMT Venue: Lusail Stadium, Lusail Saudi Arabia upset Argentina to win their World Cup opener. Expert picks Mexico vs. Poland Kickoff time: 11 a.m. …

Qatar makes World Cup debut in a controversial tournament of firsts
2 years, 4 months ago

Qatar makes World Cup debut in a controversial tournament of firsts

CNN  

Doha, Qatar CNN — There have been 21 editions of the men’s World Cup since its inauguration in 1930 but Qatar 2022 is set to be a tournament like no other. Joe Klamar/AFP/Getty Images ‘Winter’ Cup The World Cup has always been held in either May, June or July but Qatar 2022 will break away from such tradition – more …

World Cup referees to take hard line on dangerous tackles, obstruction and simulation – Pierluigi Collina
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup referees to take hard line on dangerous tackles, obstruction and simulation – Pierluigi Collina

New York Times  

Referees at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar will be taking a hard line on dangerous tackles, obstruction and simulation, the 32 participating teams have been warned. To demonstrate where referees will be drawing the line for dismissals, Collina showed a clip of former West Bromwich Albion midfielder Matheus Pereira badly mistiming a tackle at last year’s Club World Cup …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Female referees deserve to be a part of the event, says Salima Mukansanga
2 years, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Female referees deserve to be a part of the event, says Salima Mukansanga

India Today  

Referee Salima Mukansanga reckoned that female referees were picked for the FIFA World Cup 2022 on the basis of their skills and caliber and not because they are women. Rwanda's Mukansanga is among the three female match referees for the mega event in Qatar, along with Japan’s Yamashita Yoshimi and France’s Stephanie Frappart. Kathryn Nesbitt today became one of six …

VAR at World Cup 2022: How will the semi-automated offside technology work?
2 years, 4 months ago

VAR at World Cup 2022: How will the semi-automated offside technology work?

Daily Mail  

The World Cup gets underway this weekend, and whether you're a fan of it or not, VAR will once again take centre-stage, with semi-automated offside technology to be in use in Qatar. FIFA president Gianni Infantino believes the new implementation will improve football at all levels 'Semi-automated offside technology is an evolution of the VAR systems that have been implemented …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Qatar under the microscope
2 years, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Qatar under the microscope

Live Mint  

The week-long countdown to the World Cup in Qatar began on Monday as the world's leading footballers focused their attention on one of the most controversial tournaments in history. Holding football's showpiece event in a desert state has necessitated an unprecedented reorganisation of the international calendar, shifting the World Cup from its normal slot in the northern hemisphere summer to …

World Cup 2022 penalty-takers: Who takes spot-kicks for each team in Qatar?
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup 2022 penalty-takers: Who takes spot-kicks for each team in Qatar?

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The 2022 Fifa World Cup will play out …

Meet the referees taking charge of World Cup 2022
2 years, 4 months ago

Meet the referees taking charge of World Cup 2022

Al Jazeera  

History will be made this year as six female match officials travel to a World Cup for the first time in its history. AFC – Asian Football Confederation Six referees 10 assistant referees Four video match officials Abdulrahman al-Jassim – The 35-year-old Qatari has been a FIFA referee since 2013 and has officiated several high-profile fixtures. There were 20 fouls …

FIFA letter receives backlash from World Cup nations: ‘The pursuit of such a strategy will be self-defeating’
2 years, 4 months ago

FIFA letter receives backlash from World Cup nations: ‘The pursuit of such a strategy will be self-defeating’

New York Times  

A letter which FIFA sent to every World Cup nation asking them to “focus on the football” in Qatar rather than “every ideological and political battle that exists” has been criticised by several recipients. This week, Qatar’s labour minister rejected calls for a migrant worker compensation fund, calling the idea “a publicity stunt”, in comments that were described as “disgraceful” …

Here's How The Qatar World Cup Is Recruiting Influencers To Say Nice Things
2 years, 4 months ago

Here's How The Qatar World Cup Is Recruiting Influencers To Say Nice Things

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Up to 1,600 fans of the teams that qualified for this year’s World Cup are being recruited for an all expenses-paid trip to Qatar to sing in the opening ceremony and stay for at least two weeks promoting positive social media content about the soccer tournament and the host nation. The opening ceremony project is an extension …

World Cup 2022: What is Semi-automated offside technology, set to be used in Qatar WC?
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup 2022: What is Semi-automated offside technology, set to be used in Qatar WC?

The Hindu  

FIFA World Cup 2022 will have several new additions in Qatar, with the semi-automated offside technology being one of them, to be used for the first time in the tournament. “Semi-automated offside technology is an evolution of the VAR systems that have been implemented across the world,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino. “This technology is the culmination of three years …

Key questions answered, one month before World Cup 2022
2 years, 5 months ago

Key questions answered, one month before World Cup 2022

Al Jazeera  

Here is what you need to know as Qatar marks one month to go before kickoff. It has been 12 years since Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani lifted the Jules Rimet trophy following the announcement that Qatar would host football’s biggest event in 2022, the World Cup. Don’t be drunk in public Respect local rules and culture Nasser al-Khater, …

Women referees at FIFA World Cup in Qatar a ‘strong sign’
2 years, 5 months ago

Women referees at FIFA World Cup in Qatar a ‘strong sign’

The Hindu  

The presence of three female referees at the World Cup in Qatar will send "a strong sign", said one of those women selected on Thursday. "It's a strong sign from FIFA and the authorities to have women referees in that country. Asked about the choice of energy-rich Qatar to host the World Cup despite it being regularly criticised over human …

FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Referees and assist. referees announced; Trailblazers included
2 years, 6 months ago

FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Referees and assist. referees announced; Trailblazers included

The Hindu  

The FIFA Referees Committee officially announced the lists of the match officials who have been appointed to officiate at the forthcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022. For the match officials, of course, it’s another big stage in the preparation of the potential candidates for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023,” said the chairman of …

Qatar 2022 World Cup to feature semi-automated offside technology - with fans to see final decision image
2 years, 8 months ago

Qatar 2022 World Cup to feature semi-automated offside technology - with fans to see final decision image

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Semi-automated offside technology will be used at the …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Qatar to have semi-automated technology for offside decisions
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Qatar to have semi-automated technology for offside decisions

The Hindu  

FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar is set to have a new addition in gameplay with the use of semi-automated offside technology for the first time in a World Cup. “This technology is the culmination of three years of dedicated research and testing to provide the very best for the teams, players and fans who will be heading to Qatar …

Semi-automated offside technology to be used at World Cup in Qatar this winter
2 years, 8 months ago

Semi-automated offside technology to be used at World Cup in Qatar this winter

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Semi-automated offside technology will be used at the …

World Cup in Qatar to use semi-automated offside system
2 years, 8 months ago

World Cup in Qatar to use semi-automated offside system

Al Jazeera  

The new system uses a limb-tracking camera system to track player movements and a sensor in the ball. FIFA has confirmed that a semi-automated offside system will be used at this year’s football World Cup in Qatar. “Semi-automated offside technology is an evolution of VAR systems that have been implemented across the world,” the global body’s President Gianni Infantino said …

FIFA increases squads to 26 players for 2022 World Cup
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA increases squads to 26 players for 2022 World Cup

The Hindu  

FIFA has approved bigger 26-man squads for the World Cup in Qatar, deciding Thursday to extend football’s relaxation of rules that help coaches and players during the COVID-19 pandemic. READ: FIFA sets July 15 deadline for AIFF constitution approval, Sep 15 for elections to avoid ban The squad size change will send a total of 96 extra players to the …

Women referees included in men's FIFA World Cup for first time
2 years, 10 months ago

Women referees included in men's FIFA World Cup for first time

The Hindu  

Women referees will officiate matches at the men's World Cup for the first time in Qatar this year, the sport's governing body FIFA announced on Thursday. Three women referees and three women assistant referees will be part of the global showpiece event in Qatar, which will be held from Nov. 21 to Dec. 18. Confederation breakdown of the 129 referees …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Six Female Referees, Assistants Picked to Officiate at the Tournament
2 years, 10 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Six Female Referees, Assistants Picked to Officiate at the Tournament

News 18  

Female referees will make World Cup history this year by working games at a major men’s tournament for the first time in Qatar. IPL 2022 – FULL COVERAGE | SCHEDULE | RESULTS | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAP | POINTS TABLE Three female referees and three female assistant referees were announced Thursday by FIFA among 129 officials selected for World …

Female referees to officiate at men’s World Cup for first time
2 years, 10 months ago

Female referees to officiate at men’s World Cup for first time

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Female referees have been selected to officiate at …

FIFA picks 6 female referees, assistants for men's World Cup
2 years, 10 months ago

FIFA picks 6 female referees, assistants for men's World Cup

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Female referees will make World …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Draw: Group guide
2 years, 11 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Draw: Group guide

The Hindu  

Group A — Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, Netherlands The first match of the 2022 World Cup will be played by this group with host Qatar taking on Ecuador at the Al Bayt Stadium. The group has three-time World Cup finalist, Netherlands, and the winner of the African Cup of Nations 2021, Senegal, in which Liverpool teammates Sadio Mane and Virgil Van …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draw schedule, Group, Match Dates, Time and final & everything you need to know
2 years, 11 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draw schedule, Group, Match Dates, Time and final & everything you need to know

Firstpost  

Full schedule of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar from November 21-December 18 Lionel Messi possibly facing Robert Lewandowski, Spain definitely playing Germany, and Luis Suárez handed a rematch against old foe Ghana. The draw on Friday for the World Cup group stage set up some intriguing prospects, with host Qatar playing Ecuador on the Nov. 21 opening day …

World Cup 2022 Draw Highlights: Ronaldo vs Cavani in Group H, Messi vs Lewandowski in Group C
2 years, 11 months ago

World Cup 2022 Draw Highlights: Ronaldo vs Cavani in Group H, Messi vs Lewandowski in Group C

The Hindu  

Welcome to the live blog for the 2022 FIFA World Cup Draw, taking place at Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre in Qatar. Canada is drawn next and it completes Group F 10:45 pm: The European playoff winner is grouped alongside England, Iran, USA in Group B. Cameroon completes Group G. 10:44 pm: Ecuador completes Group A, while Saudi Arabia completes …

Women's World Cup 2022: India's GS Lakshmi will be the match referee for final
2 years, 11 months ago

Women's World Cup 2022: India's GS Lakshmi will be the match referee for final

The Hindu  

India's GS Lakshmi, the first woman ever in the ICC international panel of match referees, will be the match referee for the Women's World Cup final between England and Australia here on Sunday. Lakshmi also has the distinction of being the first woman match referee in men's ODIs, having stood in the role during the World Cup League 2 in …

FIFA to test semi-automated offside VAR at Arab Cup
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA to test semi-automated offside VAR at Arab Cup

Al Jazeera  

Camera system to be set up on the roof of each stadium and information relayed to a video assistant who can then alert the referee. FIFA, football’s world governing body, will use the Arab Cup in Qatar to try out a semi-automatic detection of offside using specialised cameras and a dedicated offside video assistant. “Limb-tracking data extracted from the video …

Arsene Wenger says offside calls could be automated by next year, possibly by FIFA World Cup
3 years, 5 months ago

Arsene Wenger says offside calls could be automated by next year, possibly by FIFA World Cup

Firstpost  

The former Arsenal manager also said he understood the opposition of many in football to his recommendation, which FIFA has embraced, to stage the World Cup every two years. Paris: Offside calls could be “automated by 2022”, when the World Cup will be held in Qatar, Arsene Wenger, director of the development of the world football at the FIFA, said …

Offside calls could be automated by next year: Arsene Wenger
3 years, 5 months ago

Offside calls could be automated by next year: Arsene Wenger

The Hindu  

Offside calls could be "automated by 2022", when the World Cup will be held in Qatar, Arsene Wenger, director of the development of the world football at the FIFA, said Tuesday. The former Arsenal manager also said he understood the opposition of many in football to his recommendation, which FIFA has embraced, to stage the World Cup every two years. …

Teams to be allowed five substitutes at FIFA World Cup 2022, says OFAB
3 years, 9 months ago

Teams to be allowed five substitutes at FIFA World Cup 2022, says OFAB

Firstpost  

IFAB said the rule, first introduced last year in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, will remain in place until 31 December, 2022, “for all top-level competitions”. Lausanne: Teams at the World Cup in Qatar will be able to use five substitutes per match after football’s rule-making body on Friday extended the right until the end of 2022. It said the …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Dutch fans cheer win over Latvia as players protest for rights in Qatar
3 years, 11 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Dutch fans cheer win over Latvia as players protest for rights in Qatar

Firstpost  

The Netherlands earned their first win of the 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign on Saturday with a 2-0 victory over Latvia in front of 5,000 fans, who saw Stephanie Frappart make history and another pre-match protest for human rights in Qatar. Stephanie Frappart became the first female referee to officiate a men’s World Cup qualifier in the game between Netherlands, …

Barrier falls: Woman officiates men’s qualifier in Americas
3 years, 11 months ago

Barrier falls: Woman officiates men’s qualifier in Americas

Associated Press  

Kathryn Nesbitt ran the sidelines, waving a flag, blending in for all the right reasons. “I’m hoping that people will bring her to the men’s World Cup in a couple of years instead of the Women’s World Cup — actually both,” said Rick Eddy, U.S. Soccer’s director of referee development. “If FIFA really wants to make a stand towards saying …

2022 World Cup: Qualifying congestion affects draw plans
4 years, 8 months ago

2022 World Cup: Qualifying congestion affects draw plans

The Hindu  

The tournament draw for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar could be made before the 32-team lineup is complete, or be delayed for two months, after FIFA rescheduled a qualifying playoff on Thursday. FIFA said its council agreed to push back a four-team intercontinental playoff round from March 2022 to June that year due to fixture congestion caused by the …

FIFA Women's World Cup 2019: FIFA chief Pierluigi Collina 'surprised' by furore
5 years, 8 months ago

FIFA Women's World Cup 2019: FIFA chief Pierluigi Collina 'surprised' by furore

The Hindu  

The 2019 Women's World Cup is not being used as an experiment for new laws, according to FIFA referees chief Pierluigi Collina. RELATED| Women's World Cup 2019: Meet the quarterfinalists That rule was introduced shortly before the competition in France started, with Scotland eliminated in the group stages after Argentina was allowed to retake a spot kick that had initially …

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