FERW Hosts High-Level Discussion on Sports-Washing in the UK: Human Rights and Regulations
Rome, April 1, 2025 – FIFA Ethics and Regulations Watch (FERW) is set to host a crucial discussion on Sports-Washing in the United Kingdom:...
Assessing Germany’s Bad Stadium Conditions Which Makes Them Unable To Hosting the UEFA European...
Germany has hosted a couple of sports tournaments in the past sports lovers have always been disappointed with the German stadiums. However, as the...
Why Saudi Arabia’s Threat of Civil Unrest Poses a Risk to Hosting FIFA World...
The announcement of Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup has sparked a huge debate. As the kingdom undergoes a rapid...
Report on Germany as Host of the UEFA European Football Championship
Germany has been selected as the host country for the upcoming UEFA European Football Championship. While this choice might seem fitting given Germany's rich...
Football Espionage Controversy Unfolds in Serie A: FERW Reports on Incident
A startling controversy has emerged in Italian football, thrusting the world of espionage into the spotlight.
The focal point of this saga is Michele Orecchio,...
Former Everton Player Li Tie Sentenced to Life in Prison for Corruption Scandal
Former Everton player Li Tie has reportedly been sentenced to life in prison in his native China due to his involvement in a corruption...
Football Ban Proposal for Israel Sparks Controversy
A letter obtained reveals a request from several Middle Eastern football associations to FIFA, urging the suspension of Israel due to the ongoing conflict...
UEFA and FIFA Clash Over Multi-Club Ownership Regulations
UEFA and FIFA find themselves at odds over the regulation of multi-club ownership, grappling with one of football's most pressing issues today.
The European governing...
Arsenal and England Forward to Collaborate with Fifa on ACL Injury Research
FERW proudly supports Arsenal and England forward Beth Mead's collaboration with Fifa to advance research on anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries.
Mead, alongside her Arsenal...
Former Brazil Football Star Dani Alves Sentenced to Prison for Rape: FERW Supports Court...
FERW stands in support of the recent decision by a Spanish court to sentence former Brazil international footballer Dani Alves to four and a...
Is football a place of human rights violations and bad practices? Manchester City Case...
Here are the excerpts from our recent discussion on 'Is football a place of human rights violations and bad practices?', held in Binarioll, Rome...
DFL Abandons Media Rights Investment Plan Amid Fan Protests
The Bundesliga, overseen by the German football league (DFL), has decided to halt its plans to involve an external investor in its media rights...
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco is poised to coincide with the...
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reached a significant agreement regarding the hosting of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. According to reliable...
FERW Urges FIFA and UEFA to Address Gaza Conflict Amid Calls for Israeli Football...
FERW is amplifying the voices of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) who are urging FIFA and UEFA to take decisive action regarding Israel's...
FERW Mourns the Passing of Football Legend Andreas Brehme
FERW joins the global football community in mourning the loss of the legendary West German footballer, Andreas Brehme. At the age of 63, Brehme...
FERW Urges Accountability in Football: Controversial Remarks Spark Concern in the Sport
FERW has raised its voice in response to recent controversial statements made by a prominent figure in the sport.
In a recent incident, Mikel Camps,...
FERW Advocates for Thorough Investigation into Allegations of Pressure on Spain Star Jenni Hermoso...
FERW has issued a compelling call for a rigorous and comprehensive investigation into the allegations surrounding Spain star Jenni Hermoso's involvement in the "kissgate"...
FERW Calls on FIFA to Take Urgent Action in Removing Samuel Eto’o from FECAFOOT...
FERW, an independent news organization dedicated to promoting transparency, integrity, and accountability in the game of football, has issued a resounding call to FIFA,...
FERW Calls on Manchester United to Launch a Thorough Investigation into Assault Allegations Against...
FERW, an independent news organization committed to upholding transparency and accountability, is urging Manchester United to initiate a comprehensive investigation into the serious assault...
FERW Condemns CONMEBOL President’s Dismissive Stance on ‘Equal Pay’ at Women’s World Cup
FERW strongly condemns the recent remarks made by Alejandro Dominguez, the president of CONMEBOL, regarding 'Equal Pay' at the Women's World Cup in Australia...
FERW Demands Strict Review of Allegations Against Football Legend Samuel Eto’o
FERW is urging for a rigorous investigation into the recent allegations surrounding former Cameroon international striker and football legend, Samuel Eto'o. The iconic player...
Quinn Makes History as First Transgender Footballer at FIFA Women’s World Cup
Canada's star, Quinn, has achieved a historic milestone as the first openly transgender footballer to participate in a FIFA World Cup. As a key...
FERW urges Jorden Henderson to Raise His Voice Against Human Rights Abuses In Saudi...
FERW is calling on Jordan Henderson, the esteemed Liverpool captain, to speak out against human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia. This urgent plea comes...
UEFA Sanctions FC Barcelona for Financial Irregularities: Breakdown of the Penalties and Their Implications
UEFA, the European football governing body, imposed sanctions on FC Barcelona, as officially stated on Friday.
The announcement was made at approximately 14.00 CEST and...
FERW Applauds All Whites Coach for Taking a Strong Anti-Racism Stand
FERW proudly supports the courageous decision made by the All Whites coach, Darren Bazeley, and his team in taking a resolute stand against racism.
In...
FERW Worst Football Awards
FIFA has just run its 2023 annual awards. You can find out more about it at https://www.fifa.com/fifaplus/en/the-best-fifa-football-awards
The Best FIFA Football Awards™ have been awarded...
Welcome to the Club!
FERW today takes the opportunity to congratulate the Marshall Islands on their recent moves to bring football to their nation. Their football federation website...
Your Chance to Vote in the FIFA Annual Awards
In 2016, FIFA launched a new set of annual accolades. The Best FIFA Football Awards™ were designed to highlight excellence and recognise dedication and...
The need for Ethics Watching continues
Reports have been emerging over the weekend of a major scandal involving Members of the European Parliament (MEPs).
Investigations are ongoing and information is obviously...
Pro World Cup event to be held in Germany
Join this event in Germany this weekend
Birmingham event on 3 October: a general invite
You are invited to attend a FERW public meeting
on Monday 3rd October
14.45 - 15.45
"Do politics and football go together?"
Speakers: James Sunderland MP, Mike Wood...
FERW Calls on UEFA to Reverse National Anthem Decision
According to breaking news by the Daily Mail, UEFA has turned down requests from British clubs to allow the playing of the national anthem...
Media coverage of FERW’s new proposal on adding football to the Commonwealth Games
The Sunday Express (4 September 2022) covers news of a letter FERW is officially submitting in the next few days. We'll share it here...
The Speaker Speaks Sport
All focus right now in Westminster is centred on the Conservative Party’s leadership contest. It’s a decision that will decide the next Prime Minister...
Press Release on Chelsea FC Developments
RELEASE: Immediate
Chelsea FC Tragedy Reveals Need for Wider Ethos of Respect
Chelsea FC have announced that they are commissioning an external review, after a tragic...
FERW presents Qatar 2022 Report to APPG for football
The independent sports think tank, FIFA Ethics and Regulations Watch (FERW), has presented its report on human and worker rights in the state of...
Call for independent investigation to ensure children’s welfare comes first as football’s giants search...
Earlier this month, a deeply concerning story appeared in the German publication Der Spiegel and was subsequently covered in the UK media.
The article, written in...
FERW welcomes encouraging report on workers’ rights in Qatar
FIFA Ethics and Regulations Watch (FERW) welcomes the publication of today’s “encouraging” report on workers’ rights in Qatar, by the International Labour Organisation, which...
FERW presents ‘Qatar 2022 The World Cup of Arabia’ Book in Monaco
The 2022 WORLD Cup in Qatar will rewrite the international community's perception of the Middle East by showing that it is “open-minded, creative, passionate,...
Football ‘sham’ exposed: Fans deserve ‘better owners’ says MP
(Express) - Conservative MP Julian Knight has supported calls for a law that would ban despots and human rights abusers from owning British clubs.
It...
FERW welcomes Parliamentary report on concussion in sport
FIFA Ethics & Regulations Watch (FERW) welcomes today’s “overdue” publication of the Parliamentary report on concussion in sport.
The report by the Digital, Culture, Media...
Footballing legends join forces with Parliamentarians to call for every club to get a...
Footballing legends including Gary Linekar, John Barnes, Harry Redknapp, Jesse Lingard, Shaka Hislop and Mickey Ambrose have joined forces with more than a dozen...
Football’s authorities have a moral duty and responsibility to oversee who owns our top...
Amidst all the excitement of the Euros, one story has got me more than a little concerned – the scale of the financial problems...
European Super League will “bake in” inequality at the top of the game –...
Last night saw the news break that a dozen of Europe’s richest and most famous clubs plan to create a pan-European league.
Worryingly, the so-called...
FERW letter to Julian Knight MP re: sports-related concussion
Mr Julian Knight MP
Chair
Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
House of Commons
Westminster
London
SW1A 0AA
Wednesday 10th March 2021
Dear Mr Knight,
I am writing to you in my capacity as...
FERW welcomes Parliamentary inquiry into link between heading the ball and dementia
The sports think-tank and campaign group, FIFA Ethics & Regulations Watch (FERW), welcomes today’s announcement by the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee...
