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Manchester United Takeover saga set for conclusion as Ratcliffe takes stake 

Following the withdrawal of Sheikh Jassim’s majority bid to takeover Manchester United,, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos are set to acquire a 25% stake...

Sky Sports to show all 170 Super League games in new...

Sky Sports and the Betfred Super League have agreed a new three-year exclusive rights deal that will see the UK broadcaster for the first...

TNT Sports becomes new UK home of the NBA

TNT Sports has agreed a multi-year deal to broadcast the NBA in the UK and Ireland to show more than 250 live games. The UK...

Tonali and Zaniolio latest Italian players investigated over betting allegations

Newcastle United’s Sandro Tonali and Aston Villa’s Nicolo Zaniolo have left the Italy national squad after being questioned by Italian authorities over an investigation...

The esports report – Stripe ends esports payments support

From sponsorships to industry-wide announcements, Insider Sport has you covered when it comes to the world of esports.This week’s edition focuses on esports platforms...

Report: New Zealand’s All Blacks takes first place in global rugby...

The national rugby team of New Zealand has once again emerged as the most valuable rugby brand in the world. A new report by Brand...

Juventus’ Nicolo Fagioli subject of betting violation investigation

Nicolò Fagioli, the 22-year old midfielder for Juventus, has become the subject of an investigation by prosecutors in Turin over allegedly betting on illegal...

Juventus seeking €200m investment to offset more losses

Juventus is eyeing a fresh €200m investment from banking partners following the release of more losses in its latest financial report. The Bianconeri’s shares on...

FIFA opens up bids for 2034 World Cup with Saudi Arabia...

Saudi Arabia has now officially entered the race to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup after the football body opened the process last week. In...

Manchester United: uncertainty reigns as Ratcliffe eyes new takeover avenue 

After a turbulent start to the season, clarity over the ownership of Manchester United has still failed to come to fruition, much to the...