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ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – DECEMBER 02: The Emir State of Qatar HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani is presented with the World Cup Trophy by FIFA President Joseph S Blatter as Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser Al Missned looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2018 & 2022 Host Countries Announcement at the Messe Conference Centre on December 2, 2010 in Zurich, Switzerland. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Qatar and Russia React To Blatter’s Resignation and Investigation Of World Cup Bids

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With the news of Sepp Blatter’s resignation, many people in the West applauded the president’s ouster as many felt he was the main cause behind all the corruption in FIFA. However, not all are happy with the president calling it quits as the governments of Qatar and Russia have spoken out against the pressure the […]

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – MAY 30: FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter talks to the press during the FIFA Post Congress Week Press Conference at the Home of FIFA on May 30, 2015 in Zurich, Switzerland. (Photo by Alessandro Della Bella/Getty Images)

BREAKING: FIFA president Sepp Blatter announces resignation

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After a week of stonewalling and refusing to push back elections, embattled FIFA president Sepp Blatter shocked everyone by announcing his resignation on Tuesday night in Zurich, Switzerland. Just six days after a federal indictment that ensnared 14 big time players within the world of international soccer, Blatter went from being re-elected by the FIFA […]

during the FIFA U-20 World Cup New Zealand 2015 Group A match between New Zealand and the United States at North Harbour Stadium on June 2, 2015 in Auckland, New Zealand.

U-20 World Cup Rewind – Day 4

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With the 2015 U-20 World Cup taking place at crazy hours here in the United States, we at 32 Flags are happy to be your guide to all that is the U-20 World Cup. Consider this series a refresher course on all that took place while you were likely asleep. You’re welcome. 1) Biggest Winner […]

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – OCTOBER 20: The FIFA logo is seen outside the FIFA headquarters during to the FIFA Executive Committee Meeting on October 20, 2011 in Zurich, Switzerland. During this third meeting of the year, held on two days, the FIFA Executive Committee will approve the match schedules for the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 and the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil. (Photo by Harold Cunningham/Getty Images)

The FIFA Corruption Scandal Roundup – Day 6

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Because the news of the FIFA Corruption Scandal has been coming thick and fast, we at 32 Flags want to give you a daily wrap up of the days’ proceedings as well as reflect back on some things we talked about throughout the day. This is “The FIFA Corruption Scandal Roundup.” South Africa Paid Warner […]

MARBELLA, SPAIN – FEBRUARY 09: Bianca Schmidt (C) duels for the ball with Sara Daebritz (L) and Celia Sasic (R) during a Germany Women’s Training Session at Marbella Football Center on February 9, 2015 in Marbella, Spain. (Photo by Sergio Camacho/Getty Images)

2015 Women’s World Cup: Group B Preview

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(Throughout the week, we will go through every group and let you know what to look for and what to expect in the Women’s World Cup) Group B has the number one ranked team, according to FIFA, and will also feature two huge underdogs that are making their debuts in the Women’s World Cup. It […]

John Oliver Tackles FIFA Corruption Scandal in the Most Hilarious Way

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John Oliver was back again, dismantling FIFA with comedy. On last night’s Last Week Tonight, he encapsulated the FIFA corruption scandal, from Chuck Blazer’s cat apartment to Jack Warner’s video where he referenced an Onion article and Sepp Blatter’s re-election as FIFA President in this terrific video. He ended his piece by pleading with current FIFA […]

CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND – JUNE 01: Niklas Stark of Germany scores a goal during the Group E Group E FIFA U-20 World Cup New Zealand 2015 match between Germany and Fiji at AMI Stadium on June 1, 2015 in Christchurch, New Zealand. (Photo by Martin Hunter/Getty Images)

U-20 World Cup Rewind – Day 3

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With the 2015 U-20 World Cup taking place at crazy hours here in the United States, we at 32 Flags are happy to be your guide to all that is the U-20 World Cup. Consider this series a refresher course on all that took place while you were likely asleep. You’re welcome. 1) Biggest Winner […]

COVENTRY, ENGLAND – JULY 28: Christine Sinclair of Canada celebrates scoring a goal during the Women’s Football first round Group F Match of the London 2012 Olympic Games between Canada and South Africa, at City of Coventry Stadium on July 28, 2012 in Coventry, England. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

2015 Women’s World Cup: Group A Preview

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(Throughout the week, we will go through every group and let you know what to look for and what to expect in the Women’s World Cup) Group A in the Women’s World Cup is one of the more consistently solid groups. The lowest ranked team in the FIFA Rankings is 17th and all four teams […]

MOTHERWELL, SCOTLAND – MAY 31: Bilel Mohsni of Rangers clashes with Motherwell players during the Scottish Premiership play-off final 2nd leg between Motherwell and Rangers at Fir Park on May 31, 2015 in Motherwell, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff Holmes/Getty Images)

Rangers Stay In Scottish Championship, Brawl With Motherwell After Game

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Glasgow Rangers lost the second leg of the Scottish Premiership playoff, which decides which team gets promoted to the Scottish Premiership (Scotland’s first division), 3-0 to lose on aggregate 6-1 and they are to remain in the Scottish Championship (second division) for one more year. After the game, Motherwell’s Lee Erwin and Rangers’ Bilel Mohsni were […]

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – DECEMBER 02: President of the Confederation of African Football Hayatou Issa, FIFA Vice-President Jack Warner and FIFA President Michel Platini look on during the FIFA World Cup 2018 & 2022 Host Announcement on December 2, 2010 in Zurich, Switzerland. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

VIDEO: Jack Warner Accuses USA of Double Standards Based on “Onion” Article

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It hasn’t been a very good week for former CONCACAF President Jack Warner. He was arrested and indicted Wednesday and spent a night in a Trinidadian prison, which I’m sure was very unlike what he’s used to. He then had to be taken by ambulance to the hospital for “exhaustion” but was then seen dancing […]

U-20 World Cup Rewind – Day 2

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With the 2015 U-20 World Cup taking place at crazy hours here in the United States, we at 32 Flags are happy to be your guide to all that is the U-20 World Cup. Consider this series a refresher course on all that took place while you were likely asleep. You’re welcome. 1) Biggest Winner […]

BARCELONA, SPAIN – MAY 30: Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the Copa del Rey Final match between FC Barcelona and Athletic Club at Camp Nou on May 30, 2015 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

VIDEO: Lionel Messi Scores A Goal That Is “Pure Genius”

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Lionel Messi is at it again, scoring sublime goals that cement him as one of the best goal scorers of this generation. This time it was against Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey Final, in which Messi scored two goals to lead Barcelona to a 3-1 win. Out of his two goals he scored […]

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – OCTOBER 20: The FIFA logo is seen outside the FIFA headquarters prior to the FIFA Executive Committee Meeting on October 20, 2011 in Zurich, Switzerland. During this third meeting of the year, held on two days, the FIFA Executive Committee will approve the match schedules for the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 and the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil. (Photo by Harold Cunningham/Getty Images)

The FIFA Corruption Scandal Roundup – Day 4

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Because the news of the FIFA Corruption Scandal has been coming thick and fast, we at 32 Flags want to give you a daily wrap up of the days’ proceedings as well as reflect back on some things we talked about throughout the day. This is “The FIFA Corruption Scandal Roundup.” More Indictments The New […]

LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 30: Arsenal players celebrate with the trophy after the FA Cup Final between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on May 30, 2015 in London, England. Arsenal beat Aston Villa 4-0. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Arsenal Trounces Aston Villa, Wins Record 12th FA Cup

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Arsenal defeated Aston Villa by a score of 4-0 to win the 2015 FA Cup, in what was a resounding victory for the Gunners as they finish off the season with a trophy. Wembley Stadium was filled to capacity to watch Aston Villa take on the Gunners, and they would have a tough task ahead […]

WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – MAY 30: Fidel Escobar of Panama celebrates his goal with teammates during the Group B FIFA U-20 World Cup New Zealand 2015 match between Argentina and Panama at Wellington Regional Stadium on May 30, 2015 in Wellington, New Zealand. (Photo by Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images)

U-20 World Cup Rewind – Day 1

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With the 2015 U-20 World Cup taking place at crazy hours here in the United States, we at 32 Flags are happy to be your guide to all that is the U-20 World Cup. Consider this series a refresher course on all that took place while you were likely asleep. You’re Welcome. 1) Biggest Winner […]

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