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Robbie Keane scored in Ireland's controversial World Cup qualifying match with France on Nov. 18, 2009 — but the country was eliminated by the aggregate score of 2-1. Ireland's soccer association says FIFA paid 5 million euros — $7 million at 2010 exc

Irish Soccer Details $7 Million FIFA Payment Over Handball

5:29pm June 05, 2015

by Bill Chappell

While earlier news has alleged hefty bribes over the awarding of the tournament, this case centers on a pivotal play in a World Cup playoff game that played in a key role in Ireland staying home.

Former FIFA Vice President Jack Warner discussed records he has amassed about financial dealings in the embattled organization Wednesday.

Indicted Former FIFA Official Warner Says He Won't Protect Secrets

11:37am June 04, 2015

by Bill Chappell

Jack Warner cites "my knowledge of financial transactions at FIFA — including, but not limited to, its president, Mr. Sepp Blatter."

Interpol issued alerts for six people who have been indicted by the U.S. in an inquiry into corruption in FIFA's dealings.

FIFA Updates: Interpol Targets Officials, And South Africa Denies Bribing

10:00am June 03, 2015

by Bill Chappell

"Red notices" named two former senior FIFA officials and several executives indicted by the U.S. Meanwhile, South Africa denied that it issued $10 million in bribes to host the 2010 World Cup.

FIFA President Sepp Blatter talks to the media during the FIFA Post Congress Week Press Conference on May 30 in Zurich.

Amid Bribery Scandal, FIFA President Sepp Blatter Will Resign

3:09pm June 02, 2015

by Eyder Peralta

Just days after he won an election to a fifth term, Blatter said the interests of FIFA are "very dear to me and this is why I have taken this decision."

FIFA Secretary-General JÃ©rÃ´me Valcke (right) and FIFA President Joseph Blatter attend a press conference in 2014.

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Reports: Sepp Blatter's Top Lieutenant Involved In $10 Million Payment

11:04am June 02, 2015

by Eyder Peralta

The payment was allegedly part of a bribe to help South Africa secure the right to host the World Cup. The revelation brings the bribery scandal closer to FIFA's longtime president.

Former FIFA Vice President Jack Warner cites The Onion in his defense. Warner was one of 14 FIFA executives indicted last week on corruption charges.

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'The Onion' Strikes Again: Indicted Ex-FIFA Exec Quotes Satirical Article

4:28pm June 01, 2015

by Krishnadev Calamur

Jack Warner's defense was presumably unintentional. He is one of 14 FIFA executives indicted by the U.S. last week on corruption charges.

FIFA President Sepp Blatter attends a press conference in Jerusalem on May 19.

Despite Corruption Scandal, Blatter Wins Fifth Term As FIFA Chief

2:20pm May 29, 2015

by Eyder Peralta

Switzerland's Sepp Blatter has been FIFA's chief since 1998. His lone challenger withdrew his name from the race after the first round of voting.

Palestinian Jibril Rajoub (left) and Israeli Ofer Eini shook hands Friday after FIFA's member groups adopted a plan to work out problems between their soccer associations.

At FIFA Meeting, Israeli And Palestinian Delegates Shake Hands

11:54am May 29, 2015

by Bill Chappell

The "handshake for peace" was perhaps the only thing that could compete with accusations of corruption and bribery that have dominated the international gathering of soccer's governing body.

FIFA President Sepp Blatter addresses the audience at the opening ceremony of the 65th FIFA Congress in Zurich on Thursday. The leader of soccer's governing body has rejected calls to resign.

FIFA President Blatter: Bribery Scandal Puts 'Long Shadow' Over Soccer

4:18pm May 28, 2015

by Bill Chappell

Embattled FIFA President Sepp Blatter faces a re-election vote Friday, in the face of new corruption and bribery charges against senior members of FIFA.

UEFA President Michel Platini says his organization is backing FIFA President Sepp Blatter's opponent in Friday's presidential election. When asked if UEFA might consider leaving FIFA, Platini said, "Of course."

FIFA Update: Europe's UEFA Backs Blatter's Opponent; Raids In Brazil

1:27pm May 28, 2015

by Bill Chappell

Accusations of rampant corruption at FIFA came just days before Sepp Blatter is set to stand for re-election Friday. Europe's UEFA says it will back Blatter's lone opponent.