Football





We envision a more transparent future, says CONCACAF secretary general

By Lauren Mattera at the World Sports Congress in London 

CONCACAFFebruary 27 - The Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) envision a more "transparent" future as its newly-formed Integrity Committee, set-up to run a full investigation into past corruption within the governing body, prepare to present a full report to the Congress in Panama City in April.


Amsterdam Arena confirms intention to host Euro 2020 matches

By James Crook at the World Sports Congress in London

154674011February 26 - Amsterdam Arena chief executive Henk Markerink has confirmed that the venue, which provides a permanent home for Dutch football champions Ajax, will bid for the right to host matches at the 2020 UEFA European Championships here today, though he does admit that Rotterdam may offer some competition.


Bayern back Munich Euro 2020 host city bid

By James Crook

144175372February 25 - Bayern Munich FC have joined forces with Munich and the state of Bavaria in an attempt to bring matches from the 2020 European Championships to the city at the German champions Allianz Arena home.