Summary

  • Blatter retains presidency after Prince Ali withdraws

  • Vote was set to enter second round

  • Blatter 133 votes, Prince Ali 73 votes in first round

  • FA Cup final build-up: Aston Villa v Arsenal (Sat, 17:30 BST)

  1. What happens next?published at 15:05 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Just to keep you appraised with what's going on in Zurich...

    It appears the Fifa Congress is running late and still have to introduce the new members of the Executive Committee - including the FA's David Gill - before getting to the election.

    Even then, though, there could be more interventions from the floor and both Sepp Blatter and Prince Ali are entitled to address the hall for 15 minutes before the voting actually begins.

    And there's always the chance they could halt proceedings at any time for a leisurely drink and some canapes.

  2. Heysel - 30 years onpublished at 15:03 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Ian Rush twitterImage source, Ian Rush

    Former Liverpool striker Ian Rush played in the 1985 European Cup final at Heysel Stadium, which will forever be remembered for the death of 39 Juventus supporters.

  3. 'Grealish could be Villa hero'published at 14:55 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Jack GrealishImage source, Getty Images

    BBC football expert Pat Nevin examines Aston Villa's chances in Saturday's FA Cup final, and believes teenager Jack Grealish could be pivotal for the Villains.

    Grealish has flourished under manager Tim Sherwood, and Nevin believes the 19-year-old's composure and decision-making will be key if the midlands club are to stand any chance of beating holders Arsenal.

    Click here to view the video

  4. Radwanska to play at Nottingham Openpublished at 14:51 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    RadwanskaImage source, Getty Images

    Former world number two and 2012 Wimbledon finalist Agnieszka Radwanska will compete at Nottingham's inaugural WTA event in June.

    The 26-year-old, who lost in the first round of the French Open on Monday, has won 14 career WTA singles titles.

    "It is special to be a part of this tournament in its first year," said the Polish world number 14. "My best results have come on grass in Britain.

    "Hopefully this will be the preparation I need going into Wimbledon."

  5. Unfortunate choice of wordspublished at 14:49 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Daily Telegraph football correspondent Henry Winter tweets:, external "Debate over Palestine/Israel at Fifa Congress. 'Where is our lawyer?' shouts Sepp Blatter. Probably not the first time he's shouted that recently."

  6. Brownlee brothers go head-to-headpublished at 14:47 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Brownlee brothersImage source, PA

    Alistair Brownlee says "the fittest, fastest person will win" as he races against brother Jonathan Brownlee for the first time this season at the World Triathlon Series in London.

    The brothers go head-to-head after victories for younger brother Jonathan in Auckland and the Gold Coast, whilst Olympic champion Alistair took a stunning win in Cape Town.

    Click here to watch the video

  7. 'Cazorla the danger man'published at 14:44 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Santi CazorlaImage source, EPA

    BBC football expert Pat Nevin analyses Arsenal's chances in Saturday's FA Cup final against Aston Villa at Wembley, and explains why midfielder Santi Cazorla could be the Gunners' key man.

    Nevin believes the Spaniard's positioning, skill and intelligence will be crucial if Arsenal are to retain the trophy they won 12 months ago with victory over Hull.

    Click here to view the video

  8. Magic Weekend heads to Newcastlepublished at 14:39 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Magic Weekend

    The Super League's Magic Weekend heads to Newcastle with all 12-top flight clubs facing each other at St James' Park.

    Various team captains look ahead to the the fixtures which see Wigan face Leeds, the Hull derby and St Helens against Warrington among the games.

    Click here to view the video

  9. Successful return for Trevepublished at 14:35 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Cornelius Lysaght
    BBC horse racing correspondent

    Treve, the French-trained two-time winner of flat racing's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, has made a successful return to the track when running away with the Prix Corrida at Saint Cloud in France.

  10. Palestine drop suspension proposalpublished at 14:30 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Latest news from the Fifa Congress: The Palestinian FA president confirms he is dropping a proposal at Fifa congress to suspend Israel from international football.

  11. Ramsey dismisses Barcelona rumourspublished at 14:26 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Aaron RamseyImage source, Getty Images

    Aaron Ramsey has dismissed rumours linking him with a £50m move from Arsenal to Spanish giants Barcelona.

    Barcelona have reportedly scouted the 24-year-old Wales midfielder several times this season, even though they are under a transfer ban until 2016.

    But Ramsey, who has four years left on his Arsenal contract, was cool when asked if a move would appeal to him.

    "No, not at this time. I'm focusing on the FA Cup so that's what appeals to me at this moment in time," Ramsey said.

    Click here to read the full piece

  12. What leads to hiring and firing?published at 14:19 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Manager's chartImage source, .

    The news that manager sackings have reached a 13-year high prompted our man Alistair Magowan to investigate whether all the firing is down to plain bad hiring.

    Southampton's Les Reed and former Liverpool and Tottenham director of football Damien Comolli offer insight.

    Click here to read the full piece

  13. Scottish Cup final build uppublished at 14:16 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Falkirk and Inverness meet at Hampden on Saturday but how did these two relatively unheralded teams reach the Scottish Cup final? Watch this clip to find out...

  14. Who scored the best goal in an FA Cup final?published at 14:12 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Ricky Villa scores in the 1981 FA Cup finalImage source, Getty Images

    Ricky Villa? Norman Whiteside? Stuart Pearce? Steven Gerrard? All have scored cracking FA Cup final goals. But which was the best?

    Ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final showdown between Arsenal and Aston Villa, which will be shown live on the BBC, we wanted you to let us know which is your favourite final goal.

    To find out which were included in the top 10, which were omitted, and which came out on top, click here.

  15. McIlroy searches for sparkpublished at 14:08 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Rory McIlroy has started his second round at the Irish Open, with the world number one attempting to repair the damage caused by an opening round 80.

    The Northern Irishman is level par for his round, external after three holes and sits nine over, with the projected cut currently at four over.

  16. Stay safe in Zurichpublished at 14:07 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Richard Conway
    BBC Radio 5 live sports news correspondent

    Fifa congressImage source, Richard Conway

    Welcome to Fifa Congress 2015.

  17. Prince William nervous ahead of finalpublished at 14:04 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Prince WilliamImage source, PA

    Aston Villa fan Prince William says he is starting to feel the nerves ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final with Arsenal.

    The Duke of Cambridge, who is also the FA president, will be at Wembley to watch the game and present the trophy to the winning side.

    In an interview with Gary Lineker for Football Focus, Prince William, 32, said: "I'm nervous now. I'm terrified."

    Prince William also spoke of his hopes Prince George and Princess Charlotte will grow up to be Aston Villa fans.

    Click here to read the full interview

  18. Kell Brook v Frankie Gavinpublished at 14:00 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Kell Brook (left) and Frankie Gavin (right)Image source, PA

    Defending champion Kell Brook weighs in at 10st 6lb 4ozs, while opponent Frankie Gavin comes in slightly heavier at 10st 6lbs 9ozs.

    "I am not making this a boring fight," said Brook. "I am going to be explosive, to seek and destroy. I am looking to take heads off.

    "Top of the bill at the O2, I am getting where I want to be and looking to excel in this game."

  19. Another one downpublished at 13:53 British Summer Time 29 May 2015

    Jimmy Anderson celebratesImage source, Getty Images

    Jimmy Anderson is on a roll, already closing in on 500 Test wickets for England. Kane Williamson goes quacking off and New Zealand are 2-2.

    Follow live text of that match here