A woman wearing a mask walks by the Emirates Stadium after manager Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus and their Premier League match against Brighton on Saturday has been cancelled on March 13, 2020
A look back at how sport reacted to the coronavirus pandemic on March 13, 2020
The sporting world was hit by a whole host of postponements, cancellations and suspensions.
Mar 12, 08:48
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
UEFA able to implement new handball rule for Euro 2020
IFAB announced on Friday that accidental handball in the build-up to a goal was no longer an offence.
Mar 5, 18:31
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Football lawmakers "happy" to stop using VAR lines for offside calls
Overlaying lines to spot a stray toe or armpit in an offside position has been criticised as being against the spirit of the game.
Mar 5, 18:30
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured in February 2021
Pep Guardiola prepared to stop Man City internationals from leaving
Under current coronavirus guidelines, arrivals from red-list travel-ban countries are subject to 10 days' hotel confinement.
Mar 5, 16:16
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Laura McAllister believes FIFA is improving under Gianni Infantino
McAllister is standing for election as UEFA's female member of the FIFA Council next month.
Mar 2, 09:59
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Gianni Infantino denies claims saying he told female referees to ignore delegate
The FIFA president said he simply offered his congratulations to the duo during the Club World Cup medal ceremony.
Feb 15, 17:38
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Javier Tebas demands clarity on FIFA role in European Super League talks
The LaLiga chief says FIFA's president must make it 'very clear' what the governing body's position is on a European Super League.
Feb 1, 15:00
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
The big talking points surrounding the proposed European Super League
Documents outlining the format for the controversial new competition have been published.
Jan 22, 11:40
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
European Commission backs opposition to European Super League
Players have been warned they would be barred from future World Cups were they to play in a breakaway league.
Jan 21, 22:31
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA threaten World Cup suspension for players involved in breakaway European Super League
Reports of a breakaway league made of Europe's top clubs resurfaced last year.
Jan 21, 11:59
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA responds to call for investigation into Gianni Infantino's private jet use
The governing body called the statement issued by Stefan Keller "malicious and defamatory".
Dec 10, 20:12
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Swiss special prosecutor calls for investigation into Gianni Infantino
Gianni Infantino is accused of "criminally reprehensible behaviour" in relation to the flight.
Dec 10, 16:24
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Gianni Infantino launches strong defence of VAR
The technology has a number of high-profile detractors.
Dec 4, 18:01
 Referee Peter Bankes checks the VAR before awarding a penalty to Newcastle United against Tottenham Hotspur on September 27, 2020
Football lawmakers 'to discuss controversial handball rule next week'
IFAB's technical and football advisory panels will meet on November 23.
Nov 16, 18:24
 FA chairman Greg Clarke pictured in 2017
What next for the Football Association and Greg Clarke after a disastrous day?
Greg Clarke has resigned as FA chairman after making a series of controversial comments in front of MPs.
Nov 10, 19:20
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Coronavirus roundup: FIFA president tests positive, more games postponed
Accrington and Scunthorpe have been hit with positive Covid-19 cases.
Oct 27, 17:54
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA president Gianni Infantino responds to European Premier League claim
Reports emerged regarding a breakaway competition earlier this week.
Oct 22, 12:54
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Gianni Infantino: 'Club World Cup could be delayed or scrapped'
Bayern Munich would be Europe's representatives.
Sep 18, 17:39
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Gianni Infantino: 'Money does not disappear anymore at FIFA'
FIFA is planning to distribute 1.5 billion US dollars to national associations and regional confederations.
Sep 18, 15:23
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA president Gianni Infantino cleared by ethics committee of wrongdoing
Gianni Infantino is the subject of a criminal investigation.
Aug 19, 20:47
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Gianni Infantino hoping "facts emerge" in letter to FAs
An investigation was opened in Switzerland last week.
Aug 7, 12:51
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA: 'Gianni Infantino will respect any decision made by ethics committe'
A special federal public prosecutor has opened a case against the FIFA president.
Aug 3, 15:23
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA stand by Gianni Infantino amid criminal proceedings
The president "will continue to fully assume his functions within FIFA" during the investigation.
Aug 2, 17:23
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces criminal proceedings
The proceedings follow an investigation by the prosecutor, Stefan Keller, into Infantina and two associates.
Jul 30, 15:25
 Ronaldo pictured on July 20, 2018
Ronaldo: 'Footballers must scream about racism'
Sports stars have taken the knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Jul 10, 16:46
 Liverpool's Jordan Henderson lifts the trophy as they celebrate after winning the Club World Cup on December 21, 2019
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 25
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jun 25, 22:39
 Liverpool's Jordan Henderson lifts the trophy as they celebrate after winning the Club World Cup on December 21, 2019
FIFA yet to agree revised date for new Club World Cup
The competition had been due to take place in China in the summer of 2021.
Jun 25, 20:48
 A general shot of the FIFA Women's World Cup trophy in 2015
FIFA surprised by lack of European support for victorious Women's World Cup bid
The joint bid from Australia and New Zealand received 22 votes, but none from Europe.
Jun 25, 20:46
 A woman wearing a mask walks by the Emirates Stadium after manager Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus and their Premier League match against Brighton on Saturday has been cancelled on March 13, 2020
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 6
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
Jun 6, 22:39
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
FIFA president hints at salary cap, transfer fee caps in future
Gianni Infantino has written an open letter to FIFA's members discussing the effects of the coronavirus crisis and how football can move forward.
Jun 6, 12:09
 Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho celebrates scoring against Paderborn on May 31, 2020
George Floyd death: FIFA president insists protests deserve applause not punishment
England international Jadon Sancho was booked after revealing a 'Justice For George Floyd' message in the Bundesliga on Sunday.
Jun 2, 22:09
 Watford's Troy Deeney applauds fans as he celebrates at the end of the match on February 29, 2020
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on May 18
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
May 18, 22:39
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Coronavirus latest: FIFA to hold fundraising charity match
FIFA president Gianni Infantino admits the game may not be able to be played in the short term.
May 18, 13:35
 FIFA HQ pictured in September 2017
Coronavirus latest: FIFA releases £121m to help national associations
Each of FIFA's 211 member countries will receive at least £400,000.
Apr 24, 14:43
 Kenny Dalglish pictured on October 14, 2017
Coronavirus latest: FIFA pledges financial help as football legends test positive
All areas of football are struggling to cope with the impact of the pandemic.
Apr 10, 21:40
 Celtic coach Neil Lennon reacts on February 20, 2020
Coronavirus latest: Celtic latest club to announce salary cuts
The Glasgow club says these measures over the period from April-June will help them come through the coronavirus crisis on a stable basis.
Apr 10, 15:25
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
Coronavirus latest: Gianni Infantino vows to make FIFA money available
Gianni Infantino says the world governing body's reserves are "football's money"
Apr 10, 15:24
 Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic-Savic pictured in February 2020
Wednesday's Transfer Talk Update: Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, Paul Pogba, James Rodriguez
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 8, 06:57
 Gianni Infantino pictured on February 27, 2019
In full: FIFA statement on 2019-20 season dates, player contracts, transfer window
Read the full FIFA statement confirming that the 2019-20 season dates will be changed, along with expiring player contracts and the summer transfer window.
Apr 7, 16:46
 FIFA HQ pictured in September 2017
FIFA confirm changes to season dates, player contracts and transfer window
FIFA confirm that expiring player contracts and the summer transfer window will be altered to fall in line with new season dates as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Apr 7, 16:24
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