Sports Governance & Regulation
Latest in Sports Governance & Regulation· Nov 2
FIFA paid millions in tax bills for President Gianni Infantino without public disclosure, circumventing standard compensation transparency requirements at the world's largest sports governing body. The arrangement reveals gaps in how executive compensation is reported and taxed at major international organizations, creating a template question for regulators examining similar hidden benefit structures elsewhere in sports governance.
Regulatory enforcement actions, legal disputes, and governance issues within professional sports leagues and organizations.
29 events across this topic and its sub-topics
- Single source9 days ago
Premier Rugby clubs' debt hits £366m as losses widen despite new investment
English Premier Rugby clubs accumulated £366 million in debt as revenues fell and wage costs rose.
The Guardian
- Single source10 days ago
FIFA covered millions in Infantino tax bills without disclosure
FIFA paid millions in taxes on behalf of president Gianni Infantino, according to New York Times reporting.
The New York Times
- Reported by 2 outlets11 days ago
Antonelli, 20, clinches F1 title with third-place Mexico City finish
Kimi Antonelli wins Formula One world championship at record young age in Mexico City.
Al Jazeera · BBC News
- Single source11 days ago
Marquez wins Malaysia, extends title lead to 44 points
Márquez wins Malaysian Grand Prix, strengthening his championship position.
Al Jazeera
- Single source18 days ago
Jordan football chief: AFC Congress silenced debate at Infantino's direction
Jordan football chief attacks AFC Congress as politically motivated by FIFA president Infantino.
Al Jazeera
- Single source19 days ago
Infantino claims broad backing for fourth FIFA presidency term
FIFA President Infantino claims broad re-election backing while facing resignation speculation.
Al Jazeera
- Single source23 days ago
IFR chair: regulator can compel Manchester City ownership change if guilty verdict stands
The Independent Football Regulator's chair says the watchdog has authority to mandate a sale of Manchester City should the club's violation conviction be upheld on appeal.
The Guardian
- Single source23 days ago
UK audit regulator probes Manchester City's financial records
UK audit regulator investigates Manchester City's accounting practices.
BBC News
- Single source25 days ago
FIFA weighs ending peace prize after Trump award sparks calls to scrap it
FIFA's committee will review the award's future after some members pushed to eliminate it following the president's selection.
Al Jazeera
- Single source25 days ago
Manchester City extends winning streak with Haaland's prolific goal-scoring
Erling Haaland's goal-scoring form propels Manchester City to a seventh Premier League victory.
Al Jazeera
- Single source25 days ago
Dubois retains WBO heavyweight title by defeating Wardley
Daniel Dubois retains WBO heavyweight boxing title by defeating Fabio Wardley.
Al Jazeera
- Single source25 days ago
Two arrested after former Guatemalan prosecutor killed at sports facility
Guatemalan former prosecutor killed in shooting at sports facility; raises concerns about rule of law and safety for justice officials.
Al Jazeera
- Single source30 days ago
Football regulator chief pledges to step down if subjected to political interference
Football regulator chair pledges resignation if subjected to political pressure over Manchester City case.
The Guardian
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Burnham clarifies prior contact with Manchester City leadership during mayoral tenure
The UK prime minister acknowledged meeting with City's chairman while serving as Manchester mayor, following backlash over his initial handling of the club's financial violations.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
South Africa-Australia Test loses 60 overs despite ICC's bad light adjustment
Cricket's bad-light rule remains unchanged, raising questions about competitive fairness and broadcast scheduling.
BBC News
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Manchester City defeats Liverpool as supporters reference recent verdict
Manchester City defeated Liverpool in a match following City's guilty verdict in a legal case.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Premier League ownership concentrated among global wealthy with little sign of change
Guardian opinion piece argues Premier League football remains controlled by wealthy global owners despite reform calls.
The Guardian
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Medvedev receives disqualification for striking audience member with ball
Dmitry Medvedev disqualified from a tennis match after hitting a spectator with a ball.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Manchester City ownership guilty of capital injection while Manchester United extracts funds
BBC analysis of Manchester City financial scandal raises questions about Manchester United's financial transparency and accounting practices.
BBC News
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Former Leeds manager Marsch calls for Manchester City relegation over finances
Canada's former Leeds manager calls for Manchester City relegation over alleged financial rule breaches.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
UAE threatens to pull back major UK investments over Manchester City ruling
Emirati officials warned they may withdraw significant UK investments following Manchester City's guilty verdict, citing impact on bilateral relations.
The Guardian
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Barcelona confronts allegations of improper payments to former referee official
FC Barcelona faces charges in the Negreira case involving alleged improper payments to a referee official.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Treasury Committee asks HMRC to review Manchester City case tax effects
HMRC faces calls to examine tax consequences of Manchester City's legal dispute resolution.
BBC News
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Manchester City faces governance probe tied to wealthy backers and dubious deals
Manchester City faces scandal allegations involving billionaire investors and questionable contracts, raising governance and legal questions.
The Guardian
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Manchester City sanctioned for improper sponsorship arrangements spanning nine seasons
Manchester City was found guilty of violating Premier League financial regulations through questionable sponsorship deals over a nine-year period.
CNBC
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Premier League rules Manchester City violated serious financial regulations
Premier League finds Manchester City guilty of serious financial breach charges; City's CEO disputes the verdict as conspiracy-based.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Manchester City found guilty of Premier League financial rule violations
Manchester City found guilty of Premier League charges involving £900 million in alleged sham contracts.
The Guardian
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Senate advances bill to establish national framework for college athlete compensation
Senate prepares legislation to regulate college athlete name, image, and likeness deals.
CNBC
- Single sourceabout 2 months ago
Premier League teams explore compensation options following City's alleged violations
Football clubs seek legal advice on potential compensation claims related to Manchester City's alleged rule breaches.
BBC News