For the first time in 17 years, Argentinean footballer Lionel Messi did not feature on the 30-man Ballon d'Or nominees list.
Seven-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi edged out Poland Robert Lewandoski for the prestigious award last year but was not nominated this time around after an underwhelming season at Paris Saint-Germain.
Also read: Inaugural edition of Women's IPL to take place in March 2023: Report
Among the other big names to miss the cut is Messi's PSG teammate, Neymar Jr.
Lewandowski, Kylian Mbappe, Karim Benzema, Erling Haaland and five-time winner Cristiano Ronaldo were all included, as were Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane, Kevin De Bruyne, Harry Kane and Son Heung-min.
The Ballon d’Or is an annual award given by the French news magazine France Football. The award is given to the best player in the world in both men’s and women’s football.

Ballon d’Or: Lionel Messi misses out for the first time since 2005, Cristiano Ronaldo included in nominee

For the first time in 17 years, Argentinean footballer Lionel Messi did not feature on the 30-man Ballon d'Or nominees list

Seven-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi edged out Poland Robert Lewandoski for the prestigious award last year but was not nominated this time around

For the first time in 17 years, Argentinean footballer Lionel Messi did not feature on the 30-man Ballon d'Or nominees list.
Seven-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi edged out Poland Robert Lewandoski for the prestigious award last year but was not nominated this time around after an underwhelming season at Paris Saint-Germain.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/inaugural-edition-of-women-s-ipl-to-take-place-in-march-2023-report-1660316874333" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Inaugural edition of Women's IPL to take place in March 2023: Report</a>
Among the other big names to miss the cut is Messi's PSG teammate, Neymar Jr.
Lewandowski, Kylian Mbappe, Karim Benzema, Erling Haaland and five-time winner Cristiano Ronaldo were all included, as were Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane, Kevin De Bruyne, Harry Kane and Son Heung-min.
The Ballon d&rsquo;Or is an annual award given by the French news magazine France Football. The award is given to the best player in the world in both men&rsquo;s and women&rsquo;s football.

After a below-par two-year stint at Chelsea, German striker Timo Werner will return to RB Leipzig.
RB Leipzig re-signed Werner for £25 million on a permanent deal, which will end in 2026.
Also read; Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire received the most abuse on Twitter: Report
Now, 26-year-old Werner is returning to the club where it all started. In his first four-year stint at the German club, Werner netted 95 goals in 159 matches.
But he failed to replicate that scoring rate at Chelsea. He scored just 10 goals in two years at Stamford Bridge.
However, he played a significant role in Chelsea's Champions League victory in 2021, when he netted one in the semi-final against Real Madrid.
In 2020, Chelsea paid £54 million for the German striker.

Transfer news: Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig after below-par stint at Chelsea

Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig!

The German has re-signed for his old club for £25 million on a permanent deal.

RB Leipzig re-signed Werner for &pound;25 million on a permanent deal, which will end in 2026

After a below-par two-year stint at Chelsea, German striker Timo Werner has returned to German club RB Leipzig.
 RB Leipzig re-signed Werner for &pound;25 million on a permanent deal, which will end in 2026.
 The 26-year-old is returning to the club where it all started for him. In his first four-year stint at the German club, Werner netted 95 goals in 159 matches. But he failed to replicate that scoring rate at Chelsea. He scored just 10 goals in two years at Stamford Bridge.
Also read; <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/cristiano-ronaldo-and-harry-maguire-received-the-most-abuse-on-twitter-report-1659517205655">Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire received the most abuse on Twitter: Report</a>
However, he played a significant role in Chelsea's Champions League victory in 2021, when he netted a goal in the semi-final against Real Madrid.
In 2020, Chelsea had paid &pound;54 million for the German striker.

The Centre on Tuesday sought urgent hearing in the Supreme Court after FIFA suspended the All India Football Federation for ‘undue influence from third parties’.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, mentioned the matter before the top court, updating it about recent developments, and asked to hear the issue on Wednesday. The matter has now been listed for August 17 and the bench told Mehta that it would try to take it up as the first matter.
This is the first time that the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has been banned by FIFA in its 85-year-old history. It has also dented India's chances of hosting the Under-17 Women's World Cup in October.
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Centre seeks urgent hearing after FIFA suspends AIFF, Supreme Court to hear on August 17

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, mentioned the matter before the top court and asked to hear the issue on Wednesday

The matter has now been listed for August 17 and the SC bench will try to take it up as the first matter

The Centre on Tuesday sought urgent hearing in the Supreme Court after FIFA suspended the All India Football Federation for &lsquo;undue influence from third parties&rsquo;.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, mentioned the matter before the top court, updating it about recent developments, and asked to hear the issue on Wednesday. The matter has now been listed for August 17 and the bench told Mehta that it would try to take it up as the first matter.
This is the first time that the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has been banned by FIFA in its 85-year-old history. It has also dented India's chances of hosting the Under-17 Women's World Cup in October.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/praful-patel-s-ouster-a-supreme-court-verdict-here-s-why-fifa-suspended-aiff-1660633646954">Praful Patel&rsquo;s ouster &amp; a Supreme Court verdict, here's why FIFA suspended AIFF</a>
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Former Indian football team captain Bhaichung Bhutia opened up on FIFA's decision to suspend the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and called it a 'very harsh' call.
However, he also saw it as an opportunity to get the country's system right. 'It's very important that all the stakeholders, the federation and the state associations to come together and get the system right and everybody work for the betterment of Indian football,' he added.
Former star Indian footballer Shabbir Ali also saw the decision as an unfortunate one and said that it was a setback for Indian football. He though feels that the U-17 Women's World Cup would still be held in India. 'I am optimistic that things will fall in place and India won't be robbed off the showpiece event, added the Dhyan Chand Awardee.
Despite FIFA suspending AIFF with immediate effect, football's governing body in its statement said that it was hopeful of a positive outcome and the ban will be lifted if the AIFF administration regains full control of the AIFF&rsquo;s daily affairs.
Also read: India banned by FIFA, stripped of U17 women's World Cup hosting rights
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Bhaichung Bhutia reacts to FIFA suspending AIFF, calls the decision 'Very harsh'

Though Bhaichung Bhutia feels that FIFA's decision to ban AIFF was a harsh call, he also believes that it is an opportunity to get the country's system right

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Despite FIFA suspending AIFF with immediate effect, football's governing body in its statement said that it was hopeful of a positive outcome

Former Indian football team captain Bhaichung Bhutia opened up on FIFA's decision to suspend the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and called it a 'very harsh' call.
However, he also saw it as an opportunity to get the country's system right. 'It's very important that all the stakeholders, the federation and the state associations to come together and get the system right and everybody work for the betterment of Indian football,' he added.
Former star Indian footballer Shabbir Ali also saw the decision as an unfortunate one and said that it was a setback for Indian football. He though feels that the U-17 Women's World Cup would still be held in India. 'I am optimistic that things will fall in place and India won't be robbed off the showpiece event, added the Dhyan Chand Awardee.
Despite FIFA suspending AIFF with immediate effect, football's governing body in its statement said that it was hopeful of a positive outcome and the ban will be lifted if the AIFF administration regains full control of the AIFF&rsquo;s daily affairs.
Also read: <a title="India banned by FIFA, stripped of U17 women's World Cup hosting rights" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/india-banned-by-fifa-stripped-of-u17-women-s-world-cup-hosting-rights-1660621268089" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">India banned by FIFA, stripped of U17 women's World Cup hosting rights</a>
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Gabriel Jesus might not have scored on his Arsenal debut but the £45m signing made sure to make his second outing memorable as his he helped the Gunners beat Leicester City 4-2 with a brace on Saturday night.
Both of his goals came in the first half but William Saliba's own goal in the 53rd minute helped Leicester stay in the contest. But their hopes of a turnaround were once again dented Granit Xhaka found the net 2 minutes later. Gabriel Martinelli's strike in the 75th-minute then sealed Arsenal's 2nd consecutive win of the new Premier League season. 
The Gunners now sit at the second spot with same points as Manchester City but behind them on goal difference.
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Premier League: Gabriel Jesus shines with a brace as Arsenal beat Leicester City 4-2

Gabriel Jesus might not have scored on his Arsenal debut but the £45m signing made sure to make his second outing memorable as his he helped the Gunners beat Leicester City 4-2 with a brace on Saturday night

The Gunners now sit at the second spot with same points as Manchester City but behind them on goal difference

Gabriel Jesus might not have scored on his Arsenal debut but the &pound;45m signing made sure to make his second outing memorable as his he helped the Gunners beat Leicester City 4-2 with a brace on Saturday night.
Both of his goals came in the first half but William Saliba's own goal in the 53rd minute helped Leicester stay in the contest. But their hopes of a turnaround were once again dented as Granit Xhaka found the net 2 minutes later.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/premier-league-manchester-city-thrash-bournemouth-to-maintain-a-perfect-start-1660455998058">Premier League: Manchester City thrash Bournemouth to maintain a perfect start</a>
Gabriel Martinelli's strike in the 75th-minute then sealed Arsenal's 2nd consecutive win of the new Premier League season.&nbsp;
The Gunners now sit at the second spot with same points as Manchester City but behind them on goal difference.
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Manchester United's torrid start to the new Premier League season continued as Brentford humbled Erik ten Hag's men 4-0 on Saturday night.
The Red Devils hit rock bottom in the first half itself as the hosts netted all 4 goals within the first 35 minutes. Josh Dasilva put Brentford ahead in the 10th minute before Mathias Jensen, Ben Mee and Bryan Mbeumo also found the net. In fact, it is the 7th time United has conceded at least 4 goals in a league game since the start of last season.
With that United also extended it's losing run on the road to 7 games, their worst run since 1936. They are now languishing at the bottom of the Premier League table with 2 losses in 2 games.
Also read: Barcelona register 4 new signings in time for La Liga opener

Premier League: Brentford humiliate Manchester United, score 4 goals within 35 minutes

Red Devil's worst run since 1936

Manchester United's torrid start to the new Premier League season continued as Brentford humbled Erik ten Hag's men 4-0 on Saturday night

It is the 7th time United has conceded at least 4 goals in a league game since the start of last season

Manchester United's torrid start to the new Premier League season continued as Brentford humbled Erik ten Hag's men 4-0 on Saturday night.
The Red Devils hit rock bottom in the first half itself as the hosts netted all 4 goals within the first 35 minutes. Josh Dasilva put Brentford ahead in the 10th minute before Mathias Jensen, Ben Mee and Bryan Mbeumo also found the net. In fact, it is the 7th time United has conceded at least 4 goals in a league game since the start of last season.
With that United also extended it's losing run on the road to 7 games, their worst run since 1936. They are now languishing at the bottom of the Premier League table with 2 losses in 2 games.
Also read: <a title="Barcelona register 4 new signings in time for La Liga opener" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/barcelona-register-4-new-signings-in-time-for-la-liga-opener-1660393107174" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Barcelona register 4 new signings in time for La Liga opener</a>

Spanish club Barcelona have managed to register 4 new signings in time for their season opener against Rayo Vallecano.
Franck Kessie, Andreas Christensen, Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha have all been registered ahead of their first La Liga game. The club though is still waiting on French defender Jules Kounde.
Also read: Ballon d’Or: Lionel Messi misses out for the first time since 2005, Ronaldo included in nominees list
Ousmane Dembele & Sergi Roberto, the two players who renewed their contracts with the Spanish giants ahead of the new season, have also been registered.
On Friday, the Catalan Club sold an additional 24.5% of Barca Studios to Orpheus Media for €100m, allowing them to satisfy La Liga’s revenue demands and register some of their new stars.

Barcelona register 4 new signings in time for La Liga opener

Spanish club Barcelona have managed to register 4 new signings in time for their season opener against Rayo Vallecano.

Franck Kessie, Andreas Christensen, Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha have all been registered ahead of their first La Liga game

Spanish club Barcelona have managed to register 4 new signings in time for their season opener against Rayo Vallecano.
Franck Kessie, Andreas Christensen, Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha have all been registered ahead of their first La Liga game. The club though is still waiting on French defender Jules Kounde.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/ballon-d-or-lionel-messi-misses-out-for-the-first-time-since-2005-ronaldo-included-in-nominees-list-1660369660191">Ballon d&rsquo;Or: Lionel Messi misses out for the first time since 2005, Ronaldo included in nominees list</a>
Ousmane Dembele &amp; Sergi Roberto, the two players who renewed their contracts with the Spanish giants ahead of the new season, have also been registered.
On Friday, the Catalan Club sold an additional 24.5% of Barca Studios to Orpheus Media for &euro;100m, allowing them to satisfy La Liga&rsquo;s revenue demands and register some of their new stars.

The football World Cup in Qatar is likely to begin a day earlier than scheduled as FIFA is reportedly set to move the start date of the event to allow the host nation to play the opening game on Sunday, November 20th.
The competition is scheduled to begin with the Netherlands and Senegal playing at Al Thumama Stadium on Monday, November 21st.
Qatar's opening match against Ecuador is scheduled for the same day at Al Bayt Stadium, however, it's understood the hosts now want to play exclusively first, as has become the tradition in recent tournaments.
The Bureau of the FIFA Council must still approve the move, but it's understood there is unlikely to be any opposition.
The competition will conclude with the final on December 18th.
Also read: Transfer news: Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig after below-par stint at Chelsea

2022 FIFA World Cup to start a day earlier than scheduled for hosts' opening game

The FIFA World Cup in Qatar is likely to begin a day earlier than scheduled as hosts Qatar now want to play exclusively first

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2022 FIFA World Cup likely to start a day earlier than scheduled for hosts' opening game

Qatar World Cup is scheduled to begin with the Netherlands and Senegal playing on November 21, as of now

The football World Cup in Qatar to begin a day earlier than scheduled as FIFA is reportedly set to move the start date of the event to allow the host nation to play the opening game on Sunday, November 20th.
The competition is scheduled to begin with the Netherlands and Senegal playing at Al Thumama Stadium on Monday, November 21st.
Qatar's opening match against Ecuador is scheduled for the same day at Al Bayt Stadium, however, it's understood the hosts now want to play exclusively first, as has become the tradition in recent tournaments.
The Bureau of the FIFA Council must still approve the move, but it's understood there is unlikely to be any opposition.
The competition will conclude with the final on December 18th.
Also read: <a title="Transfer news: Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig after below-par stint at Chelsea" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/transfer-news-timo-werner-returns-to-rb-leipzig-after-below-par-stint-at-chelsea-1660116725855">Transfer news: Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig after below-par stint at Chelsea</a>

Manchester United duo Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire received the most abuse on Twitter last season, a study by Ofcom and The Alan Turing Institute has revealed.
The report found out that hundreds of abusive tweets were sent to footballers around the clock with United players making up 8 of the 10 most targeted stars.
Seven in 10 Premier League footballers are subject to abuse on Twitter, with Ronaldo receiving the most hate, the study further revealed. CR7, Harry Maguire and Marcus Rashford received more than 20,000 abusive tweets between them.
Shockingly, one in 12 of these attacks targeted a player's race or another protected characteristic.
Also read: Bizarre! 1 sausage and frozen French fries cost almost ₹1000 at the Commonwealth Games

Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire received the most abuse on Twitter: Report

A study has found out that Seven in 10 Premier League footballers are subject to abuse on Twitter, with Ronaldo receiving the most hate.

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The report found out that hundreds of abusive tweets were sent to footballers around the clock with United players making up 8 of the 10 most targeted stars

Manchester United duo Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire received the most abuse on Twitter last season, a study by Ofcom and The Alan Turing Institute has revealed.
The report found out that hundreds of abusive tweets were sent to footballers around the clock with United players making up 8 of the 10 most targeted stars.
Seven in 10 Premier League footballers are subject to abuse on Twitter, with Ronaldo receiving the most hate, the study further revealed. CR7, Harry Maguire and Marcus Rashford received more than 20,000 abusive tweets between them.
Shockingly, one in 12 of these attacks targeted a player's race or another protected characteristic.
Also read: <a title="Bizarre! 1 sausage and frozen French fries cost almost ₹1000 at the Commonwealth Games" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/commonwealth-games-2022/bizarre-1-sausage-and-frozen-french-fries-cost-almost-1000-at-the-commonwealth-games-1659341425232" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Bizarre! 1 sausage and frozen French fries cost almost ₹1000 at the Commonwealth Games</a>

Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez has signed for Manchester United in a deal worth up to &nbsp;&euro;67 million.United manager and former Ajax boss Erik ten Hag was keen to get the defender to Old Trafford, who he signed for the Dutch club back in 2019.The Argentine has joined the Red Devils on a five-year contract until 2027, with the option to extend it by a year.
Also read: Paul Pogba out injured yet again!Martinez made 120 appearances for the Dutch Champions since his move in 2019.He has also represented Argentina in seven matches so far, having made his senior debut in March 2019.

Manchester United complete Lisandro Martinez signing from Ajax

Argentine defender Lisandro Martinez has joined Manchester United on a 5-year deal.

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Transfer news: Manchester United complete Lisandro Martinez signing from Ajax

The Argentine joins the Red Devils on a five-year contract until 2027, with the option to extend it by a year.

Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez has signed for Manchester United in a deal worth up to &nbsp;&euro;67 million. United manager and former Ajax boss Erik ten Hag was keen to get the defender to Old Trafford, who he signed for the Dutch club back in 2019. The Argentine has joined the Red Devils on a five-year contract until 2027, with the option to extend it by a year.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/pogba-suffers-knee-injury-to-miss-the-next-leg-of-juventus-pre-season-tour-of-the-united-states-1658838736588">Paul Pogba out injured yet again!</a> Martinez made 120 appearances for the Dutch Champions since his move in 2019. He has also represented Argentina in seven matches so far, having made his senior debut in March 2019.

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As India prepares to host the FIFA Women's Under 17 World Cup, the focus once again returns on the legacy that the tournament will leave behind. The Tournament director of this edition Roma Khanna in an interview to editorji&nbsp;confirmed that the event will help rear the next generation of footballers in the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;By hosting the 2nd ever World Cup after having the men's under 17 tournament in 2017, the organising committee is aiming to develop and maintain the existing infrastructure that the country has. The Championship kicks off on 2nd November later this year and will be played at 5 venues across India.&nbsp;

Cristiano Ronaldo has hit out at what he describes as 'lies' in reports about his future at Manchester United and says he has compiled a list of the worst examples in a notebook.
In a reply to a fan account on Instagram which referred to an article linking the United frontman to Atletico Madrid, Ronaldo said: "They will know the truth when they interview in a couple weeks. The media is telling lies. I have a notebook and in the last few months of the 100 news I made, only five were right. Imagine how it is. Stick with that tip."
The Portugal international missed United's pre-season tour to Thailand and Australia for personal reasons as speculation grew over whether he would be leaving Old Trafford.
It has been reported that Ronaldo wants to play Champions League football, but United are adamant that the 37-year-old is not for sale and remains an integral part of new boss Erik ten Hag's plans. Ronaldo played the full 90 minutes in United's 4-0 defeat at Brentford in the Premier League.
Also read: Musk says tweet about buying Manchester United was a joke

'They are telling lies': Cristiano Ronaldo hits out at the media regarding his Manchester United future

Cristiano Ronaldo has hit out at what he describes as 'lies' in reports about his future at Manchester United and says he has compiled a list of the worst examples in a notebook

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It has been reported that Ronaldo wants to play Champions League football, but United are adamant that the 37-year-old is not for sale

Cristiano Ronaldo has hit out at what he describes as 'lies' in reports about his future at Manchester United and says he has compiled a list of the worst examples in a notebook.
In a reply to a fan account on Instagram which referred to an article linking the United frontman to Atletico Madrid, Ronaldo said: "They will know the truth when they interview in a couple weeks. The media is telling lies. I have a notebook and in the last few months of the 100 news I made, only five were right. Imagine how it is. Stick with that tip."
The Portugal international missed United's pre-season tour to Thailand and Australia for personal reasons as speculation grew over whether he would be leaving Old Trafford.
It has been reported that Ronaldo wants to play Champions League football, but United are adamant that the 37-year-old is not for sale and remains an integral part of new boss Erik ten Hag's plans. Ronaldo played the full 90 minutes in United's 4-0 defeat at Brentford in the Premier League.
Also read: <a title="Musk says tweet about buying Manchester United was a joke" href="https://www.editorji.com/business-news/is-elon-musk-buying-manchester-united-or-is-he-joking-1660705637048" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Musk says tweet about buying Manchester United was a joke</a>

After FIFA banned the All India Football Federation (AIFF) for &lsquo;undue influence from third parties&rsquo;, the Supreme Court on Wednesday told the government to work on lifting the suspension imposed by football's governing body.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, said that the government has already held talks with FIFA following the suspension.
The Supreme Court also stated that India should have the benefit of hosting the FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup and asked the Centre to take pro active role to hold the event as scheduled in October. If the ban stays, India will be stripped of the hosting rights.
The centre told the court that it had held two meetings with FIFA on Tuesday after it suspended the Indian federation. The matter has been adjourned until Monday, August 22.
This is in fact, the first time that the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has been banned by FIFA in its 85-year-old history.
Also read: IOA in danger of being suspended after AIFF, Delhi High Court's 3-member committee takes over
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FIFA Ban: Supreme Court wants the government to work on lifting AIFF suspension

The Supreme Court stated that India should have the benefit of hosting the FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup and asked the Centre to take pro active role to hold the event as scheduled in October

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, said that the government has already held talks with FIFA following the suspension

After FIFA banned the All India Football Federation (AIFF) for &lsquo;undue influence from third parties&rsquo;, the Supreme Court on Wednesday told the government to work on lifting the suspension imposed by football's governing body.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, said that the government has already held talks with FIFA following the suspension.
The Supreme Court also stated that India should have the benefit of hosting the FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup and asked the Centre to take pro active role to hold the event as scheduled in October. If the ban stays, India will be stripped of the hosting rights.
The centre told the court that it had held two meetings with FIFA on Tuesday after it suspended the Indian federation. The matter has been adjourned until Monday, August 22.
This is in fact, the first time that the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has been banned by FIFA in its 85-year-old history.
Also read: <a title="IOA in danger of being suspended after AIFF, Delhi High Court's 3-member committee takes over" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/others-sports/ioa-in-danger-of-being-suspended-after-aiff-delhi-high-court-s-3-member-committee-takes-over-1660712942420" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">IOA in danger of being suspended after AIFF, Delhi High Court's 3-member committee takes over</a>
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The world's richest man and the most prolific tweeter Elon Musk is making headlines again on Twitter as he said he is buying British football club Manchester United Plc. 

Elon Musk tweets he is 'buying Manchester United'

Is Elon Musk buying Manchester United or is he joking?

Musk says tweet about buying Manchester United was a joke

Elon Musk tweeted that "I'm not buying any sports teams", calling a viral post about him purchasing Manchester United a joke.

The world's richest man and the most prolific tweeter Elon Musk is making headlines again on Twitter as he said he is buying British football club Manchester United Plc.&nbsp; "I'm buying Manchester United ur welcome," <a href="https://www.editorji.com/business-news/is-elon-musk-buying-manchester-united-or-is-he-joking-1660705637048">Elon Musk</a> said in a tweet that is part of a thread where he stated he supported the left half of the Republican Party and the right half of the Democrats.&nbsp;
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<a href="https://www.editorji.com/business-news/virat-kohli-backed-digit-insurance-files-for-ipo-1660650265398">Virat Kohli backed Digit Insurance files for IPO</a>
Hours later, Elon Musk tweeted that "I'm not buying any sports teams", calling a viral post about him purchasing Manchester United a joke. The billionaire Tesla and SpaceX CEO made the comment in reply to another of his tweets, about supporting both of the United States' two major political parties.
Elon Musk is no stranger to tweets that take the net and markets by strong most infamously for tweets in 2018 about taking Tesla private.&nbsp;

Football's governing body FIFA, suspended the All India Football Federation (AIFF) on August 15 due to undue influence from third parties, which according to FIFA is a &ldquo;serious violation of the FIFA Statutes&rdquo;. This not only dented India's chances of hosting the U17 Women's World Cup in October but India's national teams will not be able to play international fixtures until the suspension is lifted.
But what caused this violation?
The conflict began when former chief Praful Patel stayed in office beyond his term despite completing his three terms and 12 years as AIFF president in December 2020.
The Supreme Court of India ruled it invalid and relieved Praful Patel and his executive committee from their responsibilities. The SC then appointed a Committee of Administrators (CoA) to oversee the functioning of the AIFF it had selected in May 2022. It was also given the responsibility to draft the constitution for the same body.
On July 16, 2022, CoA submitted the final draft constitution of the AIFF to the Supreme Court for its approval. However, the state units of the AIFF expressed their unhappiness with several provisions in the final draft constitution.
On August 3, the Supreme Court directed the holding of elections to the executive committee of the AIFF by forming an Electoral College made up of 36 representatives of state football associations and 36 eminent former football players.
FIFA though threatened to suspend the AIFF and strip off its rights to host the Women&rsquo;s U-17 World Cup in October due to a third-party &ldquo;influence.&rdquo; But the CoA reassured FIFA after the threat that it was on course to set the AIFF in order.
On August 15, FIFA informed the Indian sports ministry that it remained firm in its opposition to individual members&rsquo; inclusion in the electoral college for the upcoming AIFF elections.
Football's governing body finally took the hard call and suspended AIFF a day later. However, FIFA also stated that the suspension will be lifted once an order to set up a committee of administrators to assume the powers of the AIFF Executive Committee was repealed and the AIFF administration regains full control of the AIFF&rsquo;s daily affairs.
Also read: Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte involved in an ugly fight as Chelsea vs Tottenham game ends in a draw
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FIFA suspends All India Football Federation AIFF , India stripped of U17 Women’s World Cup hosting rights

FIFA on Monday suspended the All India Football Federation (AIFF) due to undue influence from third parties. But what caused this conflict?

Here is the timeline of the events

Praful Patel’s ouster & a Supreme Court verdict, here's why FIFA suspended AIFF

This not only dents India's chances of hosting the U17 Women's World Cup in October but India's national teams will not be able to play international fixtures until the suspension is lifted.

Football's governing body FIFA, suspended the All India Football Federation (AIFF) on August 15 due to undue influence from third parties, which according to FIFA is a &ldquo;serious violation of the FIFA Statutes&rdquo;. This not only dented India's chances of hosting the U17 Women's World Cup in October but India's national teams will not be able to play international fixtures until the suspension is lifted.
But what caused this violation?
The conflict began when former chief Praful Patel stayed in office beyond his term despite completing his three terms and 12 years as AIFF president in December 2020.
The Supreme Court of India ruled it invalid and relieved Praful Patel and his executive committee from their responsibilities. The SC then appointed a Committee of Administrators (CoA) to oversee the functioning of the AIFF it had selected in May 2022. It was also given the responsibility to draft the constitution for the same body.
On July 16, 2022, CoA submitted the final draft constitution of the AIFF to the Supreme Court for its approval. However, the state units of the AIFF expressed their unhappiness with several provisions in the final draft constitution.
On August 3, the Supreme Court directed the holding of elections to the executive committee of the AIFF by forming an Electoral College made up of 36 representatives of state football associations and 36 eminent former football players.
FIFA though threatened to suspend the AIFF and strip off its rights to host the Women&rsquo;s U-17 World Cup in October due to a third-party &ldquo;influence.&rdquo; But the CoA reassured FIFA after the threat that it was on course to set the AIFF in order.
On August 15, FIFA informed the Indian sports ministry that it remained firm in its opposition to individual members&rsquo; inclusion in the electoral college for the upcoming AIFF elections.
Football's governing body finally took the hard call and suspended AIFF a day later. However, FIFA also stated that the suspension will be lifted once an order to set up a committee of administrators to assume the powers of the AIFF Executive Committee was repealed and the AIFF administration regains full control of the AIFF&rsquo;s daily affairs.
Also read: <a title="Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte involved in an ugly fight as Chelsea vs Tottenham game ends in a draw" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/thomas-tuchel-and-antonio-conte-involved-in-an-ugly-banter-as-chelsea-vs-tottenham-game-ends-in-a-draw-1660544221971" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte involved in an ugly fight as Chelsea vs Tottenham game ends in a draw</a>
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Scenes during Sunday's London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham in the Premier League turned ugly when managers Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte got involved in an ugly war of words.
Chelsea was the better side on the night and Koulibaly put them ahead in the 19th minute before the Spurs equalised in the 68th minute. However, the Blues were furious as Tuchel believed Kai Havertz had been fouled in the build-up. This led to a face-off between the two managers.
James then put Chelsea ahead again and it seemed that they would take all 3 points But Harry Kane stole Chelsea's thunder with a dramatic equaliser 6 minutes into injury time as the game ended in a 2-2 draw.
Tempers ran high during the post-match handshake too as Tuchel and Conte were involved in a fiery brawl at the conclusion that resulted in red cards for both managers.
However, both Tuchel and Conte played down the spat with Tuchel stating that they both fought for their clubs.
Also read: Premier League: Brentford humiliate Manchester United, score 4 goals within 35 minutes
 

Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte involved in an ugly fight as Chelsea vs Tottenham game ends in a draw

Scenes during Sunday's London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham in the Premier League turned ugly when Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte got involved in an ugly war of words

This is what the 2 managers had to say after the fight

Both Tuchel and Conte played down the spat with Tuchel stating that they both fought for their clubs

Scenes during Sunday's London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham in the Premier League turned ugly when managers Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte got involved in an ugly war of words.
Chelsea was the better side on the night and Koulibaly put them ahead in the 19th minute before the Spurs equalised in the 68th minute. However, the Blues were furious as Tuchel believed Kai Havertz had been fouled in the build-up. This led to a face-off between the two managers.
James then put Chelsea ahead again and it seemed that they would take all 3 points But Harry Kane stole Chelsea's thunder with a dramatic equaliser 6 minutes into injury time as the game ended in a 2-2 draw.
Tempers ran high during the post-match handshake too as Tuchel and Conte were involved in a fiery brawl at the conclusion that resulted in red cards for both managers.
However, both Tuchel and Conte played down the spat with Tuchel stating that they both fought for their clubs.
Also read: <a title="Premier League: Brentford humiliate Manchester United, score 4 goals within 35 minutes" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/premier-league-brentford-humiliate-manchester-united-score-4-goals-within-35-minutes-1660452200040">Premier League: Brentford humiliate Manchester United, score 4 goals within 35 minutes</a>
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