The Chairman of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee Marcel Mathier has decided to extend the sanctions on 26 football participants worldwide, based on the content of current decisions made by two member associations.
FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has written a letter to Sauli Niinisto, the former head of the Finnish Football Association who was recently elected President of Finland.
Borussia Monchengladbach have signed HJK Helsinki midfielder Alexander Ring on an 18-month loan deal and have an option to buy the Finland international in a permanent transfer.
As the year comes to an end, FIFA.com casts an eye over the famous footballing talents who have finally called time on their careers, including the likes of Ronaldo, Patrick Vieira and Fabio Cannavaro.
Hungary and Finland brought their unsuccessful UEFA EURO 2012 campaigns to an end with a drab 0-0 draw, with Finland edging the game on chances, but Gabor Kiraly ensured it remained goalless.
FIFA.com reviews an exciting night of UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying action that saw England secure their place at next year’s finals, and Montenegro and Sweden confirm play-off berths.
