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FIFA gets its way in Brazil

FIFA gets its way in Brazil

FIFA has achieved its goal in Brazil by imposing its rules over national law and reinstating the president of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), Ednaldo Rodrigues. In doing so, it has maintained the status quo and allowed football to continue as usual.







Olympic year kicks off with key qualifiers

Olympic year kicks off with key qualifiers

January 2024 begins with a flurry of sporting activity in the run-up to Paris 2024. The thirty-third Olympic Games of the modern era, with more than 10,000 athletes, will begin in the Paris region on 26 July.





Colombia protests loss of Panam Games 2027

Colombia protests loss of Panam Games 2027

Colombia will protest "strongly" after being excluded as host of the upcoming Pan American Games, scheduled for 22 October to 7 November 2027. The country plans to take administrative action against Panam Sports for stripping Barranquilla of the organisation.


FIVB President excited about volleyball at Paris 2024

FIVB President excited about volleyball at Paris 2024

The President of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), Ary S. Graça, expressed his confidence that the Olympic stage will act as a catalyst for both indoor and beach volleyball, further consolidating their position among the world's top sports.



Malaysia optimistic for Paris 2024

Malaysia optimistic for Paris 2024

The National Sports Council (NSC) is hoping to send at least 30 athletes to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, with the potential to reach 50 if the men's field hockey team qualifies, a feat they haven't achieved in 24 years.