Makudi protests innocence over FIFA land deal
By Andrew Warshaw
November 5 – Under-fire FIFA Executive Worawi Makudi has once again denied any wrongdoing as the net closes in around him for allegedly using development funds for his own use.
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FIFA demand answers from Makudi over land purchase
By Andrew Warshaw
November 3 – Thailand’s Worawi Makudi is edging closer to becoming the latest FIFA powerbroker to face possible scandal despite denying he used development funds for his own purposes.
AFC hand out suspensions following Champions League semi-final brawl
By Andrew Warshaw
November 1 – One of the darkest days in the history of Asian club football resulted in mass suspensions being announced today by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).
China turn to Japan for advice on how to succeed in football
By David Gold
October 19 – A delegation from China, including the Chinese Football Association (CFA) chief Wei Di, is in Japan to try to learn from its neighbours’ success on the football field.
Catch highlights from AFC Champions League on new YouTube channel
By David Gold
October 19 – Highlights from this week’s Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Champions League semi-finals will be available to watch on a new YouTube channel, it has been announced.
Troubled start to Indonesian Football League sets the stage for a tumultuous season ahead
By David Gold
October 17 – The Indonesian Football League is in turmoil despite narrowly avoiding a ban from all Asian competitions when its new season got underway this weekend, with a new threat to issue a two-year suspension over its head.
Bin Hammam loses battle to retain control of Asia
By Andrew Warshaw
October 3 – Mohamed Bin Hammam’s latest attempt to regain both his pride and his standing in world football has failed after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) rejected his bid to be reinstated as head of Asian football.
Iraq forced to play qualifying matches on neutral grounds after FIFA ban
By David Gold
September 23 – Iraq will play its home qualifying games for the 2014 World Cup and the London 2012 Olympic Games at neutral venues, after FIFA expressed concern over security in the country.
China’s next generation of football hopefuls to train with Le Mans
By David Gold
September 19 – A deal has been agreed between the Chinese Football Association (CFA) and French Ligue 2 side Le Mans as part of the “Future Star” programme, which looks to give Chinese teenagers the chance to hone their skills abroad.
Makudi threatens legal action over GOAL allegations
By Andrew Warshaw
September 18 – FIFA Executive Committee member Worawi Makudi has threatened legal action over reports that money from development grants were spent building football facilities on land that he personally owned in and around Bangkok.
Bin Hammam takes appeal to CAS in relentless quest for “justice”
By Andrew Warshaw
September 15 – Mohamed Bin Hammam’s legal team confirmed today that his quest for justice in the wake of the infamous cash-for-votes scandal would be taken all the way to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
Bin Hammam’s appeal to life ban thrown out
By Andrew Warshaw
September 15 – Mohamed Bin Hammam’s appeal against his life ban for allegedly taking bribes was, as expected, rejected today by FIFA’s Appeals Committee.
Makudi latest FIFA Executive Committee member to face tough questions
By Duncan Mackay
September 15 – Worawi Makudi is the latest member of FIFA’s ruling Executive Committee, to come under the microscope after he was asked explain allegations that money from development grants were spent building facilities on land that he owned.
Young players sent to Portugal in an attempt to salvage Chinese football’s reputation
By David Gold
September 10 – A group of young Chinese footballers are heading to Portugal to participate in a two year programme as part of their “Future Star” initiative which aims to improve football in the country.
Zico takes over as coach of Iraq ahead of World Cup qualifiers
By David Gold
September 1 – Zico, the legendary Brazilian midfielder, has taken over as coach of the Iraqi national team, as the 2007 Asian Cup winners look for fresh inspiration following poor Gulf Cup and Asian Cup tournaments in the last year.