Time to Enforce, Not Ignore: FIFA’s Duty Under Its Human Rights Policy
As the 75th FIFA Congress draws on 15 May 2025, world football has a moment of truth. Will FIFA at last stand accountable for...
FIFA’s Anti-Racism Policies in 2025: Reforms Undermined by Political Realities
In 2025, FIFA intensified its efforts to root out racism in football, launching a comprehensive anti-racism programme with sweeping reforms. These efforts include new...
FIFA’s Human Rights Policy vs. Israeli War Crimes: A Hypocrisy Exposed
FIFA has long proclaimed itself as a global guardian of human rights within the world of football. Its 2017 Human Rights Policy pledges to...
Mohamed Salah: The FIFA Legend Redefining Football Greatness
When the conversation pivots toward global football giants, Mohamed Salah stands amongst the greats. Dubbed "The Egyptian King" across the world, Salah bewitched the...
Political Boycotts and FIFA: Evaluating Their Influence on Football and Global Governance
Political boycotts of FIFA events have long served as tools of protest against perceived injustice, human rights abuses, and governance failures. While these boycotts...
Gender Politics and FIFA: Advancing Women’s Football and Gender Equality in 2025
In 2025, FIFA’s approach to women’s football and gender equality reflects a complex yet determined effort to grow the women’s game while addressing persistent...
Soft Power and FIFA: How Football Shapes Global Influence in 2025
In 2025, football has evolved beyond the pitch into a potent instrument of soft power, with FIFA at its core. As the world’s most...
FIFA’s Regulatory Reach in 2025: Governance or Global Monopoly?
In 2025, FIFA’s growing authority over international football has reignited a global debate: is the organization a necessary global regulator or an unchecked monopoly?...
FIFA, Human Rights, and Saudi Arabia 2034: A Critical Appraisal of Policy Gaps
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) stands not only as the global custodian of the sport but increasingly as a governance body with...
Corruption and Compliance: Lessons from the FIFA Scandal
The 2015 FIFA corruption scandal marked a watershed moment in the history of international sports governance. It did not merely expose isolated wrongdoings but...
