After eight years as Managing Director and President Americas, Rudolf Vidal is leaving FC Bayern to pursue new professional challenges. A lawyer by training, the US native has been the primary force behind expanding the European powerhouse’s brand in North, Central and South America since taking his position with the …
Read More »FIFA Women’s World Rankings: India drop to 59th, USA retain top spot!
Earlier today the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking were released by the world football governing body and in the first rankings of 2022, India dropped four spots to 59th position behind Panama, but ahead of Croatia. India have 1417 points, 11 less than last quarter and the drop into 12th …
Read More »Nicaragua hosts a FIFA training workshop for managers & administrators in women’s football!
As part of FIFA’s Women’s Football Development Programme for 2020-2023, the Nicaraguan Football Federation’s Diriamba talent school hosted a training course for women’s football managers and administrators from March 16-18. Thirty-one people took part in the workshop, which was delivered in person by FIFA expert instructors Elieth Artavia and Andrea …
Read More »European & South American champions meet in ‘Finalissima’ Wembley showdown!
London’s iconic Wembley Stadium will be the setting for a showdown between UEFA EURO 2020 winners Italy and CONMEBOL Copa América 2021 champions Argentina on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 (kick-off at 19:45 local time). To the delight of football lovers across the globe, tickets will go on sale on UEFA.com …
Read More »Canada announces March squad for the CONCACAF Final Round of 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers!
Canada’s 25-player squad features footballers from clubs based in Canada, USA and nine other nations across Europe. The squad is led by captain Atiba Hutchinson, a six-time Player of the Year who is also the Men’s National Team’s all-time leader with 92 international “A” appearances. Midfielder Hutchinson, who plays for …
Read More »Schedule announced for 2022 CONCACAF Champions League semifinals!
CONCACAF has confirmed the schedule for the Semifinals of the 2022 Scotiabank CONCACAF Champions League (SCCL). The two matchups will take place on April 5/6 (first legs) and April 12/13 (second legs). All matches will be widely available for fans across the region to follow and enjoy through the Confederation’s …
Read More »CONCACAF announces details for 2022 CONCACAF W Championship draw!
CONCACAF has announced important details for the 2022 CONCACAF W Championship (CWC) official draw. The made-for-tv event, which will divide the eight participating nations into two groups, will take place on Tuesday, April 19 at 7:00 pm EDT, in Miami, FL. Fans will be able to follow the event live …
Read More »Record 82 countries across six continents represented in diverse & youthful MLS player pool!
With players from a record 82 countries across six continents represented on 2022 rosters, Major League Soccer features the youngest and most diverse player pool of any North American men’s professional league. The 82 countries represented, as determined by birthplace, is a 37 percent increase from the 60 countries in …
Read More »CONCACAF confirms schedule for CONCACAF W Qualifiers matches in April!
CONCACAF has confirmed the schedule for the CONCACAF W Qualifiers (CWQ) matches taking place during the FIFA Women’s International Match Window of April 2022. These matches will conclude the first round of FIFA Women’s World Cup and Olympic qualifying and will determine the six teams that will advance to the …
Read More »Macron & Canadian Premier League present the 2022 season primary club kits!
On April 8, York United and HFX Wanderers will officially open the fourth season of the Canadian Premier League. Since its inception, Macron has been the technical partner and sole official kit supplier to the eight clubs which participate in the league (Atlético Ottawa, HFX Wanderers FC, York United FC, …
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