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FIFA likely to convince PFF congress over constitutional amendments
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FIFA likely to convince PFF congress over constitutional amendments

The PFF congress, in its January 24 extraordinary meeting conducted virtually, had rejected all the proposed amendments

Pakistan football officials move to address FIFA suspension
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Pakistan football officials move to address FIFA suspension

Pakistan’s participation in the Asian Cup Qualifiers is subject to lifting of Pakistan’s suspension in time

No booze in 2034 World Cup, LGBTQ fans welcome, Saudi ambassador says
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No booze in 2034 World Cup, LGBTQ fans welcome, Saudi ambassador says

The kingdom has invested heavily in sport over the last few years through its Public Investment Fund, which has acquired Premier League club Newcastle United and founded the LIV Golf tour, challenging the US-based PGA Tour's dominance

Former Pakistan captain Kaleemullah likely to contest PFF presidential elections
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Former Pakistan captain Kaleemullah likely to contest PFF presidential elections

The former professional player, who has played leagues around the world also including United States, could emerge as one of the strong candidates for the coveted post

Asian Cup Qualifiers: Pakistan football team's participation at risk
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Asian Cup Qualifiers: Pakistan football team's participation at risk

The Pakistanis will miss a big opportunity to play against some good teams on the Asian circuit following FIFA's recent decision to suspend the country

Saud Hashmi appointed as new chairman of PFF NC
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Saud Hashmi appointed as new chairman of PFF NC

Hashmi will replace Canada-based Haroon Malik whose contract will expire on February 15

Major blow for Pakistan football as FIFA suspends PFF
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Major blow for Pakistan football as FIFA suspends PFF

This is the third time since 2017 that the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) had to face suspension

PFF Elections on hold as FIFA pushes for constitutional overhaul
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PFF Elections on hold as FIFA pushes for constitutional overhaul

Congress in its Extraordinary meeting held virtually on January 24 with the officials of FIFA and AFC rejected the proposed amendments in the Constitution which complicated the situation

Australian football player Sam Kerr tells racism trial UK police treated her differently
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Australian football player Sam Kerr tells racism trial UK police treated her differently

Sam Kerr denies racially aggravated harassment, saying her comments were about power and privilege, not race.

Alaba injured as Real Madrid problems mount at key moment
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Alaba injured as Real Madrid problems mount at key moment

Madrid did not specify Alaba's expected absence length but the Austrian defender will miss between two and three weeks, according to reports

My boss should not have kissed me, Spain's Hermoso tells Rubiales trial
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My boss should not have kissed me, Spain's Hermoso tells Rubiales trial

"I think it was a moment that tainted one of the happiest days of my life"

Real Madrid to face Man City in Champions League knockout phase playoffs
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Real Madrid to face Man City in Champions League knockout phase playoffs

Real and City have played each other in four knockout ties since 2020 and will be facing off for a fourth consecutive year. The Spanish league leaders will fancy their chances having eliminated English clubs in the knockout stages 13 times

Hermoso: Spanish football icon against sexism after forced kiss
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Hermoso: Spanish football icon against sexism after forced kiss

Hermoso, 34, denied Rubiales's claim the kiss was consensual and he stands trial starting February 3 for alleged sexual assault.

Man Utd, Spurs seek Europa League last 16 and much-needed rest
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Man Utd, Spurs seek Europa League last 16 and much-needed rest

The struggling English giants are laboring in the bottom half of the Premier League table but do sit in the top eight of the Europa League

Champions League first phase set for frantic finale
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Champions League first phase set for frantic finale

Liverpool, with seven wins out of seven, and Barcelona are the only two teams to have already guaranteed a place in the last 16 after seven games in the league phase.

Congress rejects proposed amendments in PFF constitution
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Congress rejects proposed amendments in PFF constitution

As per regulations, Congress either had to reject them in totality or accept them as a whole and after some debate Congress rejected them with overwhelming 19-6 majority.

Man City's new 'golden boy' Marmoush out to shine in Premier League
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Man City's new 'golden boy' Marmoush out to shine in Premier League

Marmoush's 15 goals, which make him the second highest scorer in the Bundesliga this term behind Bayern Munich's Harry Kane, have come in different ways: poacher's finishes, long-range shots, one-on-one efforts and more

Yamal symbol of rising Barca aiming for Champions League progress
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Yamal symbol of rising Barca aiming for Champions League progress

The silky winger, often compared to all-time Barcelona great Lionel Messi who also came through the club's La Masia youth academy, is playing on a level matched by few others in world football at present.