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Decision of governing body’s disciplinary committee follows forced kissing of player after women’s World Cup victory
Former Manchester United footballer was a key member of the World Cup winning team in 1966
Plus, media rights gloom, the WNBA super team era
Prospective investor in the club Jim Ratcliffe will have his work cut out restoring its fortunes
Ineos founder looks to secure minority stake in club and take control of football decisions as unconventional deal nears
The multibillion-pound auction starts as French and Italian leagues suffer setbacks
Withdrawal of Sheikh Jassim bid clears path for minority investment from Ineos founder
Loss of stars to World Cup adds to sport’s travails in England after collapse of three top-tier clubs
Riyadh could emerge as sole bidder for 2034 tournament after decision to spread 2030 edition across 3 continents
Euro 2028 men’s tournament set to be awarded to UK and Ireland after Turkey withdraws from bidding
International bidders could help revive annual domestic screening fees, which have flatlined
New owner John Textor says he wants to sell ‘non-core assets to focus on football’
Pay-TV channel claims it would be at a disadvantage in upcoming broadcasting auction
Premier League club joins forces with US alternative asset manager as it looks for ways to boost revenue
Visit by the decorated player, whose Saudi team play in Tehran, provides country’s fans with a moment to celebrate
Momentum is growing for tougher financial regulation as transfer fees and wages for star players rocket
Departing owner tells north-west club’s fans that 777 Partners promise a ‘brighter future’
Deal makes fund the latest American investor to buy into English Premier League
Head of national association who sparked outrage says he will defend his innocence in face of ‘persecution’
The FT investigates the mystery owners behind gambling brands that sponsor top flight football clubs
Jorge Vilda praised by federation as its disgraced chief Luis Rubiales clings on to job despite suspension
English Premier League pays out £2.36bn in fees this summer
Furore over a forced kiss is the latest controversy in a turbulent tenure at the head of the national federation
Miami investment group says cross-selling opportunities justify its bets on struggling clubs
Unanimous move leaves game’s national president even more isolated as prosecutors consider action
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