FIFA Bans Soccer Chief Sepp Blatter For 8 Years
Blatter is seen as the architect of modern soccer. Now, the organization he helped build has banned him over allegations of wrongdoing.
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Abby Wambach's Soccer Career In 8 Iconic Moments
When the world's top-scoring international soccer player takes to the field Wednesday, it will be for the last time. To mark her retirement, here are some highlights from her career.
2 More Top FIFA Officials Arrested, 16 Indicted In Corruption Probe
Swiss police, on behalf of U.S. authorities, arrested soccer federation Vice Presidents Alfredo Hawit and Juan Angel Napout in Zurich. Altogether, 27 officials are now named in the indictment.
FIFA's Sepp Blatter Says U.S. Was Set To Host 2022 World Cup
In a wide-ranging interview with a Russian news agency, the suspended FIFA president says of Russian President Vladimir Putin that "Vladimir Vladimirovich is a good friend of Joseph Josephovich."
Mexico Nabs 3-2 Victory Over U.S.
In the CONCACAF rivalry game, the Mexico men's national team defeats the United States' in extra time, sending them to the 2017 Confederations Cup.
FIFA Suspends President Sepp Blatter And Other Top Officials
The 90-day suspensions go into effect immediately and could be extended, FIFA says. Along with President Blatter, the group banned one of his rivals for six years.
FIFA Chief Sepp Blatter Reportedly Facing 90-Day Suspension
Also on Wednesday, FIFA presidential candidate Chung Mong-joon, who is facing his own charges of wrongdoing, said he is planning to sue Blatter for at least $100 million for damages to FIFA.
Coca-Cola, McDonald's Among Sponsors Calling For FIFA President's Resignation
Major sponsors want Sepp Blatter, who is being investigated for corruption, to step down immediately. He has said he'll leave the job in 2016.
FIFA Issues Lifetime Ban To Former Executive Jack Warner
A native of Trinidad and Tobago, Warner was among 14 FIFA executives who were indicted on a range of corruption charges in May.
Blatter Says He's Cooperating With Inquiry, Will Remain As FIFA's Leader
Addressing new allegations of corruption, FIFA President Sepp Blatter says through his attorney that he won't step down and has "done nothing illegal or improper."