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Weekly Roundup: Latest FIFA and Global Football Developments
March 17, 2023 – In this week’s roundup, we’ve got the latest updates on FIFA’s corruption probe, the impact of COVID-19 on global football, and some exciting news from the transfer market. Get caught up on the latest developments in the world of football!
FIFA Corruption Probe: Updates
- The Swiss Attorney General’s Office has issued arrest warrants for several top FIFA officials, including former Secretary General Jerome Valcke and former Executive Committee member Jeffrey Webb, in connection with a bribery scandal.
- The US Department of Justice has also charged several officials with racketeering and corruption charges, alleging that they took millions of dollars in bribes to manipulate the awarding of media rights and tournaments.
COVID-19 Impact on Global Football
- The pandemic has forced several leagues and tournaments to postpone or cancel matches, with some countries even suspending professional football altogether.
- In an effort to combat the spread of the virus, UEFA has implemented a number of measures, including banning fans from attending matches and increasing sanitization efforts.
- Despite the challenges, many footballers have spoken out about the importance of continuing to play and competing, citing the positive impact it can have on fans and communities.
Transfer Market News
- Spanish giants Barcelona have announced the signing of 19-year-old forward Ansu Fati from Sevilla for a reported €10 million.
- Manchester United have made a move to sign Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish, with reports suggesting the deal could be worth up to £70 million.
- Juventus have completed the signing of Argentine midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur from Boca Juniors for a reported €27 million.
International Football News
- In a major upset, Morocco has defeated Egypt 1-0 in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match, leaving Egypt in danger of missing the tournament.
- Portugal has qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar after a 2-0 win over North Macedonia.
- The Confederations Cup has been rescheduled for 2024 due to the ongoing pandemic.
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