November 8, 2025

FIFA

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Turkey’s Refereeing Betting Scandal: A Threat to Football’s Global Integrity

Football thrives on trust. Fans believe that the 90 minutes on the pitch reflect skill, strategy, and fair competition. But what happens when the people meant to safeguard that fairness—the referees—are compromised? Turkey recently dropped a bombshell that has sent ripples across the global football community. After a five-year investigation, the Turkish Football Federation revealed

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FIFA’s Push for a Biennial Club World Cup, Strategic Evolution or Risk to Global Football Integrity?

FIFA’s consideration to hold the Club World Cup every two years after 2029, as reported by The Guardian, signals a major shift in football’s global competitive structure. While the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) frames it as a response to climate change and a congested calendar, the proposed move raises significant questions: Is this

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