Exclusive: Donald Trump slammed by ex-FIFA official after Chelsea ‘gatecrash’
Chelsea’s Club World Cup victory was overshadowed by Donald Trump’s insistence on making the moment about himself, according to Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL chief…
Keith Hackett Archives: 07/2025
Exclusive: Chelsea player concerns emerge after Real Madrid submit request
Chelsea will need to prepare for their stars to be hit with waves of fatigue once the 2025/26 campaign kicks off, according to Keith Hackett.…
Exclusive: Chelsea boosted in shock win v PSG amid Super Bowl ‘razzmatazz’
Chelsea players will have welcomed the half-time show against PSG while supporters watched on dumbfounded, according to Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA…
Exclusive: Cole Palmer FIFA sanction update after expletive Chelsea interview
Cole Palmer’s post-match interview could see Chelsea receive a formal warning from FIFA, according to Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA official exclusively…
Exclusive: Premier League ‘fraught with danger’ after Palmer’s Chelsea interview
Premier League rule changes ahead of next season are asking for trouble after Cole Palmer’s latest Chelsea interview, according to Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL…
Hackett Exclusive: Joao Pedro blamed as Chelsea penalty wrongly denied
Joao Pedro failed in an attempt to deceive the referee during the Club World Cup final between Chelsea and PSG, according to Keith Hackett. The…
Chelsea Exclusive: Referee slammed over Joao Pedro penalty call after PGMOL exchange
Chelsea were right to be furious as Joao Pedro’s penalty incident went unpunished against PSG in the Club World Cup final, according to Keith Hackett.…
England Exclusive: Ex-FIFA ref shocked by Stanway dive controversy v Wales – ‘Wow’
Georgia Stanway conned the referee as England Women were awarded a penalty against Wales Women, according to Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA…
Exclusive: Joao Neves set for extended ban after ‘violent’ Chelsea v PSG incident
PSG star Joao Neves is likely to face further punishment after being sent off during the 3-0 defeat to Chelsea, according to Keith Hackett. The…
Exclusive: Pedro Neto ‘should have walked’ as Chelsea star ‘fortunate’ v PSG
Pedro Neto was lucky to still be on the pitch as Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea beat PSG in the Club World Cup final, according to Keith…
Exclusive: Chalobah’s handball ‘deliberate’ as ex-FIFA ref slams Chelsea escape
Trevoh Chalobah had VAR to thank after a penalty call was overturned in Chelsea’s win over Fluminense, according to Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL chief…
Exclusive: Rangers set for ‘high-risk’ Panathinaikos tie as extra police expected
Rangers will work closely with UEFA and Police Scotland ahead of a Champions League qualification tie against Panathinaikos, according to Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL…
Hackett Exclusive: ‘PGMOL to approach Liverpool over Diogo Jota tributes’
Liverpool must be approached by Howard Webb and PGMOL to discuss in-game tributes following the passing of Diogo Jota, according to Keith Hackett. The former…
Exclusive: ‘Chelsea face gamble with Nico Jackson after 1-on-1 Maresca talks’
Enzo Maresca will be taking a “gamble” by starting Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson against Fluminense at the Club World Cup, according to Keith Hackett. The…
Leeds Exclusive: PGMOL Insider warns Jaka Bijol ‘behave yourself’ after £15m move
Jaka Bijol will require time to adapt to the Premier League after joining Leeds United from Udinese this summer, according to Keith Hackett. The former…
Exclusive: Nuno to exert Clough ‘influence’ on Igor Jesus at Nottingham Forest
Nuno Espirito Santo will play a key role in keeping Igor Jesus in check as the Brazilian moves to Nottingham Forest this summer, according to…
Hackett Exclusive: FIFA slammed after Chelsea ‘serial offender’ Levi Colwill banned
Levi Colwill’s latest suspension for Chelsea has seen Club World Cup officials accused of not upholding the law by Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL chief…
Exclusive: Chelsea, Palmeiras set for substantial fine over Enzo Fernandez incident
Chelsea and Palmeiras are likely to face punishment from FIFA following an incident involving midfielder Enzo Fernandez, according to Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL chief…
England Exclusive: Ex-FIFA ref reacts as France clash left Williamson in real pain
France Women could have gone down to 10 players following a “reckless” challenge on England Women’s Leah Williamson, according to Keith Hackett. The former PGMOL…
England Exclusive: Ex-FIFA ref tells authorities to change law after Russo incident
Arsenal star Alessia Russo’s goal being ruled out in England Women’s defeat to France was “against the spirit of the game”, according to Keith Hackett.…