Ref’s Vision: Reforming Penalty Kicks A former top referee, seeking to refine the penalty-kick rule, believes it currently favors the shooter too heavily. This controversial stance suggests a need for significant rule adjustments. A Deep Dive into the Issue The referee, a renowned figure in international soccer, argues that the current penalty-kick protocol often … Read more
No Beer Allowed: Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup Will Be Dry The 2034 World cup in Saudi Arabia will be a entirely alcohol-free zone, according to a statement from Bandar bin Sultan Sultan Sultan Sultan Saud, the ambassador to the United Kingdom.This policy extends beyond just stadiums, encompassing the entire event. A Strict “Dry” Policy … Read more
Veltman Eyes Garuda: Brighton Defender Considers Indonesian National Team Joel Veltman, the 33-year-old Brighton & Hove Albion defender, is considering a notable career shift, expressing a desire to represent the Indonesian national team. His Indonesian heritage, revealed in a past interview with Ajax, has ignited this potential switch. A Family Connection Veltman’s grandmother hails from … Read more
FIFA Sanctions Leave Three Teams Out of 2026 World Cup The 2026 World Cup, set to be held across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, is taking shape, but not without controversy. Qualifiers are underway, yet several teams face notable hurdles, including FIFA sanctions. Congo and Pakistan Banned from World Cup Qualifiers Beyond the automatic … Read more
The Swiss judicial system has ruled that four ex-football administrators are entitled to compensation following the termination of the legal case known as the “summer fairy tale affair.” The individuals involved include former German Football Association (DFB) executives Theo Zwanziger, Horst R. Schmidt, and Wolfgang Niersbach, along with Urs Linsi, the ex-Secretary General of Fifa. … Read more
Jakarta, tvOnenews.com – FIFA has delivered disappointing updates concerning the naturalization of players with European heritage, casting a shadow over the Indonesian national team’s upcoming clashes against Australia and Bahrain. The Indonesian squad is gearing up for the third round of the 2026 world Cup Qualifiers in the Asian zone, set too kick off in … Read more
Jakarta, tvOnenews.com – Patrick Kluivert, the head coach of the Indonesian national football team, has confirmed that two key players from Shin Tae-yong’s core lineup will be excluded from the Garuda squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Australia. As the team prepares for this crucial match, it’s worth noting that Indonesia currently … Read more
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Former French Football Star Convicted for Racist Remarks Bernard Casoni, a former French national team player with a distinguished career spanning the 1980s and 1990s, was recently found guilty of making racially charged insults. The Orléans Criminal Court handed down the sentence on January 9th, 2024, following an incident that occurred in September 2023 while … Read more
Shin Tae-yong’s Legacy: A look Back at Indonesia’s Football Change The Indonesian football landscape has undergone a notable transformation under the leadership of Shin Tae-yong.after five years at the helm, the South Korean tactician’s tenure as coach of the Indonesian National Team came to an end on Monday, January 6, 2025, following an declaration by … Read more
Bundesliga Embraces Technological Advancements for Enhanced Officiating The German Football Association (DFB) is set to implement semi-automatic offside technology in the Bundesliga starting next season. This groundbreaking move, confirmed by DFB refereeing chief Knut Kircher in an interview with Kicker magazine, aims to expedite the review of contentious offside calls, perhaps shaving off an average … Read more