UEFA and adidas unveil high-tech FUSSBALLLIEBE match ball for Euro 2024
November 16 – UEFA and adidas have unveiled FUSSBALLLIEBE, the Official Match Ball of UEFA EURO 2024 at a special event in front of the Olympiastadion in Berlin.
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UEFA and DFB sign Euro 2024 human rights pact
November 15 – UEFA and the German FA (DFB) have jointly signed the Human Rights Declaration for Euro 2024 stating that the two organisations will uphold and protect human rights during the event, and “create a framework for the implementation of related processes”.
Bulgaria vs Hungary Euro qualifier chaos see game switched backed to Sofia
November 15 – The Euro 2024 qualifier between Bulgaria and Hungary has been relocated back to Sofia having been moved to Plovdiv over fears of fan protests in the capital.
Plovdiv pull out leaves Bulgaria left without a stadium to play Hungary Euro2024 qualifier
November 14 – Plovdiv Municipality has refused to allow the Bulgarian Football Union (BFU) to use the Hristo Botev stadium for the upcoming Euro2024 qualification match against Hungary, due to be played on Thursday.
Israelis lose postponed Euro 2024 qualifier in Kosovo
November 13 – Playing in their first match since Hamas militants attacked their country on October 7, Israel’s chances of reaching the European Championship finals have taken a significant downward turn after losing 1-0 to Kosovo in their delayed qualifying game.
Kipsta to take over from Molten as Europa and Conference Leagues’ official ball
November 12 – French football brand Kipsta has made its first entry into the pan-European market with a three-year licensing deal to be the official ball sponsor of UEFA’s Europa League and the Europa Conference League.
Armenia and Hungary to host Israeli women’s ‘home’ matches in Nations League
November 10 – UEFA have announced the ‘home’ venues for Israel for their upcoming UEFA Women’s Nations League matches as conflict continues in the Gaza strip.
Europa League: Toulouse surprise Liverpool, Bayer dominant, Seagull soar against Ajax
November 10 – Thursday night saw a host of upsets and deciding moments as the UEFA Europa League Group Stage enters its final chapters.
UCL: Man Utd struggle in Copenhagen; Bayern, Real Madrid and Inter through to next round
November 9 – A frenzied Manchester United saw them suffer a crippling Champions League defeat to FC Copenhagen that’s thrown their hopes of progression into doubt. Despite an early brace from returning Rasmus Hojlund, the Red Devils began to crumble following Marcus Rashford’s debatable sending off in the 42nd minute.
UCL round-up: Barca surprised by Shaktar, Man City through, Dortmund’s yellow wall leapfrogs Toon Army
November – Fourth round fixtures saw upsets and deciding moments as the UEFA Champions League Group Stage enters its closing matches.
England line up fellow world ranking high flyers for pre-Euro warm-ups
November 7 – England will play two friendlies against Brazil and Belgium in March 2024 at Wembley as part of their preparation for their Euro 2024 campaign.
Bulgaria shifts Euro 2024 qualifier to Plovdiv after warnings of violent fan protest in Sofia
November 7 – The Bulgarian Football Union (BFU) has surprisingly decided to move Bulgaria’s upcoming Euro 2024 qualifier against Hungary, to be played on November 16, from the national stadium Vassil Levski in Sofia, to Plovdiv.
Israel to play crucial home Euro 2024 qualifiers in Hungary
November 1 – Israel will play their next two home Euro 2024 qualifiers in Hungary, UEFA has announced.
Belgium stun England as Dutch eye Nations League final four and 2024 Olympics
By Samindra Kunti in Leuven
November 1 – England’s chances of Olympic qualification were given a huge dent after a 3-2 defeat to Belgium, a result that leaves the Netherlands in control of Group 1 in the Women’s Nations League.
Romania to bid for Bucharest hosting of Europa League final in 2026 or 2027
October 31 – The Romanian government has confirmed it will support Bucharest’s bid to host the UEFA Europa League final in 2026 or 2027. The ‘normative support act’ was approved by the Romanian government at the end of last week.