Category Archives: Host site bidding

bin Hammam to face charges July 22nd

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The long awaited hearings in the Mohamed bin Hammam bribery case will be held on July 22nd.  According to the AP report: The case against bin Hammam, the Qatari president of the Asian Football Confederation, and Caribbean Football Union employees … finish reading bin Hammam to face charges July 22nd

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2018 Winter Olympic host sites

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Bidding teams from Pyeongchang, South Korea, Munich and Annecy, France are in the final three days of frantic campaigning for the 2018 Winter Olympics. The vote is scheduled for Wednesday and the three teams are doing everything possible to get … finish reading 2018 Winter Olympic host sites

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Brazil speeds up building of World Cup/Olympic infrastructure

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The lower house of the Brazilian Congress approved a law that is meant to speed up the bidding process for work related to the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics. While the government is asserting this is all to ensure … finish reading Brazil speeds up building of World Cup/Olympic infrastructure

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Qatar whistleblower made absurd demands even FIFA would not agree to

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

FIFA was hoping that it would get some good information from a whistleblower who claimed to have details about the improper conduct and payments by Qatar as part of securing the necessary votes to win the bidding process for the … finish reading Qatar whistleblower made absurd demands even FIFA would not agree to

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FIFA still waiting for evidence of 2022 bidding corruption

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  FIFA hasn’t yet received evidence of corruption during the World Cup bidding process from English officials, President Sepp Blatter said Saturday. “There is no evidence,” the head of world socccer’s governing body said during a visit to South Africa. “We … finish reading FIFA still waiting for evidence of 2022 bidding corruption

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FIFA accuses 6 members of corruption in World Cup voting

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP) Football’s governing body was hit by more corruption allegations Tuesday when six FIFA executive committee members were accused of receiving or demanding bribes during the bidding for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups.   Cameroon’s Issa Hayatou is one of six … finish reading FIFA accuses 6 members of corruption in World Cup voting

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Brazil’s airports are major concern; well behind schedule

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The airports in Brazil are a major concern for FIFA and for Brazil officials as the country attempts to gear up to host the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics. A study was released this past week and this … finish reading Brazil’s airports are major concern; well behind schedule

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BOA proposes resolution with LOCOG

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The British Olympic Association presented a proposal to the organizers of the London 2012 Games to end their financial dispute according to this AP report. BOA chief executive Andy Hunt met with London organizing committee CEO Paul Deighton two days … finish reading BOA proposes resolution with LOCOG

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Brazil and Britain agree to work together for Olympics

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

This AP article discusses how the Olympic bodies of Britain and Brazil have signed a mutual co-operation deal to help the countries in hosting the Summer Games.   What is suprising is that this is not standard operating procedures for all … finish reading Brazil and Britain agree to work together for Olympics

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IOC says CAS has no jurisdiction over London 2012 dispute

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

One of my favorite battles is when you have two groups fighting over which one has the right to decide a certain issue.  So this is an interesting AP report which really digs into the issues that are going on … finish reading IOC says CAS has no jurisdiction over London 2012 dispute

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Blatter warns Brazil is behind in World Cup prep

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

FIFA President Sepp Blatter yesterday warned Brazil that they “needed to speed up preparations to host the 2014 World Cup, telling them the tournament was ‘tomorrow’ and not the day after,” according to Brian Homewood of REUTERS. Blatter: “I would … finish reading Blatter warns Brazil is behind in World Cup prep

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Moscow to replace Tokyo for skating championships

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Moscow was chosen as a late replacement for Tokyo in the wake of the aftermath of the tsunami. Canada was among six countries that offered to serve as a replacement for the event, bidding to stage it in Vancouver. But … finish reading Moscow to replace Tokyo for skating championships

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Canada now unopposed for 2015 Women’s World Cup as Zimbabwe withdraws

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Zimbabwe has withdrawn its bid to host the Women’s World Cup in 2015, leaving Canada as the only candidate.  Canada’s bid must be evaluated and approved by the FIFA executive meeting when it meets on Wednesday and Thursday. Canadian sports … finish reading Canada now unopposed for 2015 Women’s World Cup as Zimbabwe withdraws

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Pele worried World Cup preparations way behind

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It is still 3 years to go until Brazil is supposed to  host the 2014 World Cup but Pele has expressed concern over delays in the preparations for the World Cup, saying they could cause an embarrassment for the country. … finish reading Pele worried World Cup preparations way behind

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Dallas waited months before seeking approval for temporary seating

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In the wake of all of the problems that arose from the seating fiasco at the Super Bowl, we all knew that there had to be more to the story. Now we find out from an AP report, that the Cowboys didn’t … finish reading Dallas waited months before seeking approval for temporary seating

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NFL admits mistakes in ticket fiasco; adds more offers; lawsuits still filed

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The NFL has come out and admitted that it made mistakes in the ticket fiasco and continues to find ways to reach out to fans in an attempt to make up for the problems. One interesting note in that article … finish reading NFL admits mistakes in ticket fiasco; adds more offers; lawsuits still filed

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Zidane acknowledges getting money; claims not factor in vote

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In an interview with sports daily L’Equipe on Wednesday, the former France star who inspired his country to the 1998 World Cup title denied suggestions he received huge sums of money to promote the bid. “After studying Qatar’s project, I … finish reading Zidane acknowledges getting money; claims not factor in vote

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Will Dallas get another Super Bowl?

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Despite the negative reviews, the terrible weather, the seating fiasco and other problems in Dallas, the early talk is that Dallas may still be in the running for another Super Bowl. Maverick’s owner Mark Cuban appears confident that the Super … finish reading Will Dallas get another Super Bowl?

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Blatter backtracks on Winter World Cup

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Sepp Blatter has said that he would entertain a Winter World Cup in 2022 and there were even suggestions of “reconfiguring” the bid for Qatar to include neighboring countries. But according to a Sports Industry Group report, Blatter seems to … finish reading Blatter backtracks on Winter World Cup

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AYK: Chicago mayoral candidate wants Super Bowl

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Roy Kessel

You are kidding right?  A Super Bowl in Chicago?  A bad week to pitch that idea when you have just received 20 inches of snow. But Chicago mayoral candidate Gery Chico wants to tap into the NFL’s momentum and the … finish reading AYK: Chicago mayoral candidate wants Super Bowl

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