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Ukraine crisis: Premier League disqualifies Abramovich from running Chelsea

The league board's decision to disqualify the Russian oligarch from being a director ends his 19 years in control of the west London club but does not directly impact the players

UEFA opens disciplinary case against PSG chief Al-Khelaifi

UEFA opened disciplinary proceedings against Paris Saint-Germain President Nasser Al-Khelaifi over heated incidents after the team's Champions League loss at Real Madrid

Explained: What does sanctions mean for Roman Abramovich, Chelsea

The decision to sanction Roman Abramovich and freeze his assets has left Chelsea to continue playing only with the approval of the British government under special conditions

Chelsea owner Abramovich, Rosneft boss Sechin hit by UK sanctions

Chelsea's activities from selling new tickets to signing players were instantly restricted, but it was allowed to play

Russia will go to court of arbitration for sport against FIFA, UEFA ban

Russia on Thursday said it will go to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to appeal against the decisions by FIFA, UEFA to bar Russian teams from international competitions over Ukraine invasion

Russian owner Abramovich confirms he will sell Chelsea FC, post backlash

Chelsea FC's Russian owner Roman Abramovich has confirmed he will sell the club after spending 19 years in charge of the club

Swiss billionaire claims Abramovich wants to get rid of Chelsea quickly

Business tycoon Roman Abramovich's future as Chelsea football club owner is in doubt after a Swiss billionaire claimed that he has been offered the chance to buy the club, BBC reported.

Ukraine crisis: In the Russian offensive, sports is another casualty

Globally, teams banned, sponsorships cancelled. India's friendly football match also affected

FIFA/UEFA suspend Russia from all football competitions amid Ukraine crisis

FIFA and its European affiliate UEFA have jointly suspended Russian clubs and its national team from all competitions for an indefinite period for the country's continued invasion of Ukraine.

Qatar deploys ex-spies to suppress the German's World Cup criticism

Qatar paid more than $10 mn to a company staffed by former CIA operatives in an attempt to silence criticism from head of German soccer against the wealthy Arab nation's hosting of 2022 World Cup.

England won't play against Russia in near future: Football Association

The Football Association (FA) has confirmed that England will not play against Russia in football fixtures for the foreseeable future.

Expel Russia from World Cup, requests French Football Association president

World Cup champions France have demanded that Russia should be expelled from the 2022 World Cup with three countries refusing to face them in the playoffs.

Ukrainian coaches, Indian athletes: Field days

The beleaguered country's influence on Indian athletics has been very strong

Bio-bubble breach: Impact on India's image and women's football

The brand that is India as a sports destination capable of hosting international events has suffered a blow

FIFA links more World Cups to averting migrant deaths at sea

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Infantino said soccer was being dominated by the few who "have everything"

Premier League says four Covid-19 cases need for a postponement

Premier League clubs must have a minimum of four positive coronavirus cases within their playing squad before requesting a postponement, according to new guidelines announced

All India matches are cancelled, considered null and void: AFC

All India matches in the women's Asian Cup football stands cancelled after their withdrawal from the tournament owing to a Covid-19 outbreak in their camp, the AFC said on Monday.

No bubble is full proof around the world: AIFF president Praful Patel

Patel also said that the girls were heartbroken and urged everyone to respect their feelings

Asian Games medallist stalwart footballer Subhas Bhowmick passes away

Legendary former India footballer and celebrated coach Subhas Bhowmick died after prolonged illness in the wee hours of Saturday, according to family sources

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Ticket sales to open today, lowest $70 globally

Fans can start registering to buy Qatar World Cup tickets on Wednesday with prices for visitors starting at around $70, one-third cheaper than the tournament in Russia