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Argentina submits official bid to host 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup!

The Argentinian Football Association (AFA) has made an official bid to host the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup after FIFA withdrew Indonesia’s right to stage the tournament. “There have been other countries that have expressed an interest, but in terms of a formal proposal and all the government assurances that …

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Sports Data Labs create first-ever Lab Focused on the Legalities of Collection, Usage & Ownership of Athlete Data!

Case Western Reserve University School of Law is proud to announce the formation of the first-ever Athlete Data Lab in partnership with alumni-founded Sports Data Labs, Inc. The newly-created lab will aim to bring clarity to the global complexities associated with the collection, processing, and monetization of an athlete’s personal …

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UMBRO launches Velocita Alchemist white boot!

The UMBRO Velocita Alchemist brings seemingly unsustainable top speeds to players and real sustainability to boot production. Delivers the ultimate adaptive fit with new levels of elasticity and stability in a single layer upper made partially from recycled polyester yarns – it’s like a second skin! Makes the single layer …

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FIFA removes Indonesia as host of 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup!

Following today’s meeting between FIFA President Gianni Infantino and President of the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) Erick Thohir, FIFA has decided, due to the current circumstances, to remove Indonesia as the host of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. A new host will be announced as soon as possible, …

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FIFA signs renewed MoU with European Club Association!

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and European Club Association (ECA) Chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi have today signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between FIFA and ECA at the 29th ECA General Assembly in Budapest, Hungary. The long-term agreement, until 31 December 2030, reinforces the relationship between FIFA and ECA bringing long-term …

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2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup final venue upgrades highlight facilities growth Down Under!

Leaving a lasting legacy long after the champions are crowned at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup – Australia and New Zealand is a strong local focus for the tournament. Perhaps the most visible example of change is facilities, both at grassroots and senior level. What better place to make …

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Women’s football on the menu for concluding day of Fatma Samoura’s visit to Senegal!

Fatma Samoura ended a four-day visit to Senegal on Friday 24 March. Once again, the development of women’s football in Senegal was at the heart of discussions at a seminar which concluded her stay. Accompanied by a FIFA delegation consisting of Sarai Bareman, FIFA Chief Women’s Football Officer, and staff …

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Legacy in focus as Australia & New Zealand 2023 looms!

Hosting a FIFA Women’s World Cup offers a massive opportunity to grow football locally, regionally, and globally. With that in mind, FIFA has established a collaborative working group to help to amplify and measure the legacy of the ninth edition of the tournament to be co-hosted by Australia and Aotearoa …

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