Tag: UEFA

South African soccer stars prepare for UEFA league phases

Local players will compete across Europe’s three leading club tournaments during the 2026-27 season. Also see: UEFA moves to bring criminal claims against Gianni Infantino South African football will have representation in the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League during the 2026-27 campaign. Mzansi soccer stars to look out for SoccerBeat highlighted Aden McCarthy, Manasse […]

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UEFA moves to bring criminal claims against Gianni Infantino

European football’s governing body UEFA is preparing a complaint accusing embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino of “criminal mismanagement” over his now-shelved plan to bring private financing into the World Cup. Also see: Gayton McKenzie backs FIFA’s Gianni Infantino amid controversy: ‘Africa should be cautious’ UEFA hints legal action against Gianni Infantino Embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino […]

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UEFA signals possible end to FIFA boycott threat

Thursday’s draw for this season’s Champions League has been somewhat overshadowed by the latest developments in the dispute between UEFA and FIFA over plans to bring private financing into the World Cup, with European football’s governing body expected to drop a threatened boycott of global competitions. Also see: UEFA slams FIFA over Balogun ban reversal after […]

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Champions League drama as PSG, Real Madrid and Arsenal power into quarterfinals

The Champions League knockout stages delivered another night of heavyweight statements as Europe’s biggest clubs flexed their muscles and booked their places in the quarterfinals. From a ruthless display in London to a familiar heartbreak for Manchester City and a confident Arsenal showing at the Emirates, the road to Wembley is starting to take shape […]

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Prestianni suspended ahead of Real Madrid clash as UEFA probes racism allegation

Benfica’s preparation for their Champions League showdown in Madrid has been shaken after winger Gianluca Prestianni was provisionally suspended while UEFA investigates allegations of racist abuse toward Vinicius Junior. The ruling comes at a tense moment for the Portuguese giants, who already arrive at the Bernabeu without manager Jose Mourinho, leaving their technical bench stretched […]

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Real Madrid hands UEFA evidence in Vinicius racism allegation

Real Madrid has stepped firmly into the centre of a growing racism storm in European football, confirming that it has handed over evidence to UEFA after Vinicius Jr alleged he was racially abused during Tuesday night’s tense Champions League playoff match against Benfica. Read more: Vinicius Slams ‘Cowards’ As Racism Allegation Overshadows Real Madrid Win […]

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Inside the chaos: The scramble for Champions League top eight spots heats up

If you thought the Champions League group stage was usually predictable, this season has thrown the script out completely. After months of late winners, shock defeats and enough plot twists to rival a Friday night drama, the competition reaches its final group-stage night with something rare. Almost everyone still has something to play for. A […]

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Heineken Social Screen: Turning solo UEFA viewing to a shared experience

Johannesburg, South Africa, Heineken has revolutionised the football viewing experience with an innovative activation aimed at enhancing social connections among fans. In a dynamic and high-profile event that redefined the UEFA Champions League experience, Heineken unveiled the Heineken Social Screen – an unprecedented, expandable screen wall created by seamlessly connecting multiple mobile devices. Held at […]

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