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There are numerous cases in which politics have played a positive part in the history of sports. Like the famous example of the sporting boycott of South Africa during apartheid. But in many more cases politics are misused to force biased disputes between countries. There is a thin line between what’s lawful and what’s simply wrong. FERW aims to spot and prevent the abuse of power in the industry of sports.

FERW Response to the Announcement of an Independent Football Regulator

The British Government announced today how it intends to proceed with the regulation and oversight of football clubs. It has previously committed to responding...

FERW welcomes decision by Premier League to “indefinitely” put on hold Saudi Arabia bid...

FIFA Ethics and Regulations Watch (FERW) has welcomed the news that the Premier League has “indefinitely” put on hold the purchase of Newcastle United...

FERW warns of huge Saudi Sport-Washing Plans, Football Clubs, Players should not Join

FIFA Ethics and Regulations Watch (FERW) express its deep concerns over the huge and rapid Saudi efforts in the sports sector which aims at...

Iran Calls on FIFA to Suspend Israeli Football Federation Amid Gaza Conflict

In a bold move, Iran's football federation has formally petitioned FIFA, the global governing body for football, urging the suspension of the Israeli football...

FERW: UK Government must stand up for British sports after Saudi Arabia ban beIN...

FIFA Ethics and Regulations Watch (FERW) believes that the UK Government must stand up for British sports after Saudi Arabia ban beIN broadcasts from...

Webinar today, 1400-1530 London time

Football Reform:Taking back control of the beautiful gameFriday, 24th February2pm until 3.30pmThe UK government has just published its White Paper on football reform.With financial...

FERW calls on the sport’s governing bodies review how clubs are run and who...

Like many football fans, we have been deeply saddened by the current crisis engulfing Barcelona - one of the biggest clubs, not just in...

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...

Eni Aluko Hits Back at Abusive Messages, Advocates for Equality in Football

Eni Aluko, a prominent figure in football, has responded to the disturbing messages she received after sharing her thoughts on Declan Rice's potential transfer...

Is Ronaldo’s Sports Deal With KSA Made To Cover Up Atrocities of violations and...

A human rights organization has confirmed that Saudi club Al-Nasr has made a deal to contract the famous Portuguese player Cristiano Ronaldo to represent...

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