viagogo data shows decentralised demand as women’s football goes mainstream
A significant uptick in global ticket sales ahead of UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 suggests women’s football is entering a new commercial phase, with fan...
A €425m debt just relegated Lyon to Ligue 2
Lyon is heading to Ligue 2 for the first time in 35 years, after the DNCG rejected its appeal over unresolved financial shortfalls.The seven-time...
Paris 2024: Olympic spending shows state bore the brunt of costs
France spent more on securing the Paris 2024 Olympics than any other single item, with nearly half of all organisational costs allocated to keeping...
MotoGP races into new era under Liberty Media
MotoGP joins Formula 1 in Liberty Media’s motorsport portfolio.American mass media company Liberty Media has acquired Dorna Sports, the exclusive commercial rights holder of...
Brazil President confirms 2029 Club World Cup hosting interest to Infantino
Brazil has confirmed its interest in hosting the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup following a FIFA summit held in Miami, Florida from June 19-21. Brazilian...
Todd Boehly’s Vivid Seats tie faces Premier League probe
Chelsea’s controversial commercial operations are under the spotlight again as fans raise concerns about ticket prices.The Premier League has reportedly contacted Chelsea FC about...
Textor’s £190m Crystal Palace sale could save Europa League hopes
The saga of John Textor’s co-ownership of Crystal Palace may be coming to an end as US billionaire Woody Johnson has reportedly agreed a...
Dana White hints at split UFC media rights
UFC media-rights discussions heat up with streaming platforms increasingly likely to play a part.UFC CEO and President Dana White has said it is...
Euroleague locks in clubs ahead of NBA’s Europe move
Euroleague Basketball has confirmed major structural updates for the 2025–26 season, including a 20-team format, new wildcards and financial reforms.The Euroleague has confirmed a...
How piracy is draining $345m a year from Italian football
Illegal streaming is costing Italy’s top football league hundreds of millions annually, according to the Serie A CEO.Serie A CEO Luigi De Siervo told...