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Thursday, August 14, 2014
FIFA Sued Over Bad Officiating for 1 Billion Euros
Colombian lawyer Aurelio Jimenez has taken it upon himself to get justice on behalf of the global football fans. He wants to take FIFA to court over bad officiating at the 2014 World Cup tournament in Brazil.
He said that he is suing FIFA for moral damages caused by bad refereeing at the tournament,demanding for an astonishing 1 billion Euros in compensation.The 74-year old lawyer said Brazil's quarter-final win over Colombia caused particular "distress" causing him cardiac problems and being rushed to the hospital.
Read more about the it here:
World Cup 2014: Fifa 'sued' over refereeing decisions
FIFA sued for €1 billion over bad World Cup referees
Colombian lawyer sues FIFA for 1Billion Euros over World Cup refereeing
He said that he is suing FIFA for moral damages caused by bad refereeing at the tournament,demanding for an astonishing 1 billion Euros in compensation.The 74-year old lawyer said Brazil's quarter-final win over Colombia caused particular "distress" causing him cardiac problems and being rushed to the hospital.
Read more about the it here:
World Cup 2014: Fifa 'sued' over refereeing decisions
FIFA sued for €1 billion over bad World Cup referees
Colombian lawyer sues FIFA for 1Billion Euros over World Cup refereeing
Friday, June 20, 2014
Mexico Coach Miguel Herrera Defends Gay Slur Chant by Fans
Mexico coach defends gay slur chant by crowd
CARLOS RODRIGUEZ - AP Sports Writer (AP)
SANTOS, Brazil (AP) — Mexico coach Miguel Herrera has defended World Cup fans chanting a gay slur which is under investigation by the sport's international governing body.
Herrera says Mexico fans shouting the slur as the rival team's goalkeeper takes a goal kick is "not that bad."
He says "We're with our fans. It's something they do to pressure the opposing goalkeeper."
Fare, the European fan-monitoring group, reported the chants at Mexico's 1-0 win over Cameroon in Natal. FIFA subsequently opened a disciplinary case against the Mexico federation, which is responsible for fan behavior inside stadiums.
FIFA President Sepp Blatter and Brazil President Dilma Rousseff have pledged to use the World Cup as a platform to fight racism and discrimination.
The chant became popular during a Mexico-United States qualifying match for the 2004 Olympics.
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Russia Captain Roman Shirokov Will Miss World Cup
Reported by: Associated Press
Russia captain Roman Shirokov was ruled out of the World Cup on Friday with a lingering back injury.
Russia captain Roman Shirokov was ruled out of the World Cup on Friday with a lingering back injury.
Russia coach Fabio Capello said Shirokov will go to Finland on Monday for a back operation. The Zenit St. Petersburg midfielder missed all three World Cup warmup games, including on Friday when Russia beat Morocco 2-0 in its final pre-tournament friendly.
Yuri Zhirkov secured the win over Morocco in Moscow with a spectacular volley in the 58th minute for his first international goal, after center back Vasily Berezutsky scored in the 29th from a corner.
Shirokov's place in the squad will be taken by 21-year-old midfielder Pavel Mogilevets, who has made just one appearance for Russia.
Shirokov is "hardly like to be able to help us at the World Cup," Capello was quoted as saying in local media. "Shirokov will be replaced in the squad by Mogilevets."
Source: http://sports.ndtv.com/football/news/225359-fifa-world-cup-russia-captain-roman-shirokov-misses-out-with-injury
Monday, June 9, 2014
Official FIFA World Cup Instagram Account Launched
FIFA has finally launched its official FIFA World Cup account FIFAWorldCup on Instagram to share the best photos from Brazil and for football supporters all over the world to share their World Cup experience on social media.
Fans across the globe can see and share exclusive back-stage pictures from the 12 stadiums in Brazil and the very best photos from the cities, beaches and fans at the event.
FIFA.com reported that the account will also be promoting #myworldcup, where fans can upload photos showing how they are watching and enjoying the event. The best photos will be shared on FIFA.com’s social hub, which brings together fans, teams, players, coaches and celebrities from across the globe.
As of writing, the IG account has 11,271 followers with 21 photos posted.
Thursday, June 5, 2014
World Cup Squads Officially Confirmed
FIFA.com - The final selections of the 32 coaches at the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ have been decided and officially verified, revealing the 736 players who will potentially feature between 12 June - 13 July.
All the initial provisional squads have been trimmed down, injuries weighed up and fitness assessed as the teams go through their final preparations ahead of the big kick-off in Sao Paulo. From Algeria to USA, the camps are now finalised and all those who have made it in to their team's final 23 can focus on performing well and trying to get on to the pitch during the global finals.
Big names have been forced to miss out, with the likes of Colombia's Radamel Falcao unfortunately failing to regain fitness and Landon Donovan of the USA not quite making the grade. Even so, there are tons of big names on their way, with nine of Real Madrid's victorious starting line-up from last month's UEFA Champions League final making the trip to Brazil, and many, many more star attractions preparing to line up.
Take a closer look for yourself at all the sides and read through the extensive player profiles for each team in our World Cup teams index on FIFA.com/WorldCup.
All the initial provisional squads have been trimmed down, injuries weighed up and fitness assessed as the teams go through their final preparations ahead of the big kick-off in Sao Paulo. From Algeria to USA, the camps are now finalised and all those who have made it in to their team's final 23 can focus on performing well and trying to get on to the pitch during the global finals.
Big names have been forced to miss out, with the likes of Colombia's Radamel Falcao unfortunately failing to regain fitness and Landon Donovan of the USA not quite making the grade. Even so, there are tons of big names on their way, with nine of Real Madrid's victorious starting line-up from last month's UEFA Champions League final making the trip to Brazil, and many, many more star attractions preparing to line up.
Take a closer look for yourself at all the sides and read through the extensive player profiles for each team in our World Cup teams index on FIFA.com/WorldCup.
Thursday, May 29, 2014
Indigenous Groups Protest Against FIFA World Cup 2014
Armed with bows and arrows, around 400 people of different ethnic groups in Brazil rallied outside the Justice Ministry in the capital on Thursday, to protest against a legislation before congress that threatens to shrink the size of some reserves for indigenous groups. The indigenous protesters were demanding to meet with Justice Minister Eduardo Cardozo to discuss the said legislation.
This was the second demonstration by the indigenous groups this week in Brazil's capital.
They were angered about the billions being spent on the tournament, saying the money should have gone to improving Brazil's public services.
Read more about the protests:
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This was the second demonstration by the indigenous groups this week in Brazil's capital.
They were angered about the billions being spent on the tournament, saying the money should have gone to improving Brazil's public services.
Read more about the protests:
- http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/native-brazilians-protest-against-fifa-world-cup-2014-9457139.html
- http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2640969/Brazils-indigenous-police-clash-protest.html
- http://www.kansas.com/2014/05/29/3480758/indigenous-groups-demonstrate.html
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
FIFA Calls for Another Test Game at World Cup Opening Stadium
FIFA has demanded for one more test game at the Sao Paulo stadium where the opening match of the World Cup will take place. This is after problems surfaced over the weekend at the venue's inaugural match.
The Arena Corinthians held its first official match on Sunday between the Figueirense and Corinthians soccer teams as part of the Brazilian National Championship tournament.
FIFA was prompted to ask for another test after Sunday's game where not all the seats required for the World Cup were installed in time. FIFA requires the venue to seat 68,000 spectators but only 40,000 were used for Sunday's match. The other 28,000 seats are temporary and will only be used during the World Cup.
The second test game will take place on 29th of May between Corinthians and Cruzeiro. Some problems occurred during Sunday's test game due to an unfinished roof that forced fans to scramble for covered seats because of heavy rain. Part of the roof that will cover the rest of the seats at the stadium won't be finished until after the World Cup, according to the local media.
Read more about FIFA's demands: http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304422704579573910098627536
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FIFA was prompted to ask for another test after Sunday's game where not all the seats required for the World Cup were installed in time. FIFA requires the venue to seat 68,000 spectators but only 40,000 were used for Sunday's match. The other 28,000 seats are temporary and will only be used during the World Cup.
The second test game will take place on 29th of May between Corinthians and Cruzeiro. Some problems occurred during Sunday's test game due to an unfinished roof that forced fans to scramble for covered seats because of heavy rain. Part of the roof that will cover the rest of the seats at the stadium won't be finished until after the World Cup, according to the local media.
Read more about FIFA's demands: http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304422704579573910098627536
Monday, May 19, 2014
FIFA President Sepp Blatter: “Mistake” To Award 2022 World Cup To Qatar
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FIFA president Sepp Blatter has said that awarding the 2022 World Cup to Qatar was a “mistake”.
When asked by Swiss broadcaster RTS if selecting Qatar was an error, Blatter said: “Of course, it was a mistake.” He added: “You know, one makes a lot of mistakes in life.
“The technical report into Qatar said clearly it was too hot but the executive committee – with a large majority – decided all the same to play it in Qatar.”
However, he denied persisting allegations that Qatar had bought the World Cup. “I will never say that they bought it, because it was political pushing,” he said.
Following his comments FIFA quickly issued a statement to clarify that Blatter had not questioned Qatar’s capability to host the event.
“As explained in his answer to the journalist, the president reiterated that the decision to organise the World Cup in summer was an ‘error’ based on the technical assessment report of the bid, which had highlighted the extremely hot temperatures in summer in Qatar,” it said.
“At no stage did he question Qatar as the host of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.”
Read more: http://gulfbusiness.com/2014/05/fifa-president-sepp-blatter-mistake-award-2022-world-cup-qatar
When asked by Swiss broadcaster RTS if selecting Qatar was an error, Blatter said: “Of course, it was a mistake.” He added: “You know, one makes a lot of mistakes in life.
“The technical report into Qatar said clearly it was too hot but the executive committee – with a large majority – decided all the same to play it in Qatar.”
However, he denied persisting allegations that Qatar had bought the World Cup. “I will never say that they bought it, because it was political pushing,” he said.Following his comments FIFA quickly issued a statement to clarify that Blatter had not questioned Qatar’s capability to host the event.
“As explained in his answer to the journalist, the president reiterated that the decision to organise the World Cup in summer was an ‘error’ based on the technical assessment report of the bid, which had highlighted the extremely hot temperatures in summer in Qatar,” it said.
“At no stage did he question Qatar as the host of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.”
Read more: http://gulfbusiness.com/2014/05/fifa-president-sepp-blatter-mistake-award-2022-world-cup-qatar
Monday, March 31, 2014
Death Toll Rises in World Cup Stadium Construction
A Brazilian construction worker died after falling at the Sao Paulo stadium where the football World Cup is due to start on 12 June, BBC News reported. This is the third death at the new stadium after two workers were killed when a crane collapsed last November. It was the eighth death at World Cup venues so far.
Fabio Hamilton da Cruz fell about 25ft (8m) while helping install temporary seats at the Itaquerao stadium construction company. He was pronounced dead just before he was expected to undergo surgery.
Brazil promised that all twelve stadiums would be ready by the end of last year but only six were completed by the scheduled date. Construction was already behind schedule because of the damage caused by the earlier accident in November.
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Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Lionel Messi is Football's Top Earner
France Football named Lionel Messi as football's top earner with earnings of €41m. Tailing him on the second place is Cristiano Ronaldo with €39.5m. Below is the Top 10 List of Football's top earners.
Football’s Top 10 earners
- Lionel Messi (Barcelona and Argentina) – €41m
- Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid and Portugal) – €39.5m
- Neymar (Barcelona and Brazil) – €29m
- Wayne Rooney (Manchester United and England) – €24m
- Zlatan Ibrahimovic (Paris Saint Germain and Sweden) – €23.5m
- Radamel Falcao (AS Monaco and Colombia) - €21.2m
- Sergio Aguero (Manchester City and Argentina) - €19.7m
- Thiago Silva (Paris Saint Germain and Brazil) – €17m
- Eden Hazard (Chelsea and Belgium) – €16.8m
- Franck Ribery (Bayern Munich and France) – €16.5m
FIFA Official Bribed for Qatar World Cup 2022?
Austin "Jack" Warner, former vice president of FIFA, is now facing new allegations that he was bribed to
influence the outcome of the 2022 World Cup bidding. It was reported that he accepted a sum of almost $2 Million from a Qatari firm. Mr. Warner and Qatar's 2022 World Cup organizing committee has repeatedly denied the allegations.
It is understood that the FBI is currently investigating Warner and his alleged connection to the Qatari bid.
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influence the outcome of the 2022 World Cup bidding. It was reported that he accepted a sum of almost $2 Million from a Qatari firm. Mr. Warner and Qatar's 2022 World Cup organizing committee has repeatedly denied the allegations.
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It is understood that the FBI is currently investigating Warner and his alleged connection to the Qatari bid.
Read more about the controversial issue:
- http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/world-cup/10704290/Qatar-World-Cup-2022-investigation-former-Fifa-vice-president-Jack-Warner-and-family-paid-millions.html
- http://america.aljazeera.com/articles/2014/3/18/qatar-denies-allegedbriberyoffifaofficialin2022worldcupbid.html
- http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/damian-collins/fifa-corruption-allegations-qatar-world-cup_b_4987476.html
Welcome to FIFA World Cup Online 2014
Welcome to FIFA World Cup Online 2014. This website is dedicated to provide you all the hottest news on the upcoming 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. It will be the 20th FIFA World Cup and will take place from June 12 to July 13, 2014. This will be the second time that Brazil has hosted the World Cup (the last time was 1950).
A total of 32 teams from countries around the world will battle it out in 64 matches. Matches will be played in twelve cities across Brazil. Click here for the FIFA 2014 Schedule.
Read more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2014_FIFA_World_Cup
A total of 32 teams from countries around the world will battle it out in 64 matches. Matches will be played in twelve cities across Brazil. Click here for the FIFA 2014 Schedule.
Read more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2014_FIFA_World_Cup
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