FIFA World Cup 2026 faces new week of controversies
Another week closer to the 2026 FIFA World Cup brings yet more controversy, with LGBTQ+ debates, the FIFA Peace Prize and hydration break rules...
Wrexham land Apollo funding for stadium redevelopment
Apollo Sports Capital has added Wrexham AFC to its football portfolio, building on last month’s deal to become owner of Atlético Madrid.Wrexham AFC has...
Brighton owner rejects betting allegations as political concern grows
Brighton’s Tony Bloom has dismissed the accusations as false, but the story continues to grow as politicians and legal specialists look on.Brighton & Hove...
World Cup ‘Pride Match’ in Seattle to feature anti-LGBT nations
Seattle’s effort to use its 2026 World Cup slot to launch a high-profile Pride Match faces early challenges after the draw assigned the city...
Germany awarded hosting rights for UEFA Women’s EURO 2029
Germany has beaten bids from Denmark and Sweden’s joint project and Poland to secure UEFA Women’s EURO 2029, setting up a third home edition...
Place your bets: World Cup 2026 fans ready to bet despite...
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the biggest edition to date, and its scale raises some points for operators to think about.A Spotlight...
2025 AFCON set for UK viewership boost through Channel 4
Channel 4 will broadcast the 2025 AFCON during a Christmas period in England where games are more spread out. The 2025 African Cup of Nations...
Q&A: Why stadium culture fuels Rhode Island FC’s USL rise
Brett Johnson breaks down Rhode Island FC’s role in the USL’s Division One plans and why fan culture, stadium investment and player development are...
Brighton owner linked to betting syndicate named in court case
Brighton’s owner Tony Bloom is linked to claims involving a multimillion-dollar profit-share dispute tied to a betting syndicate. Brighton & Hove Albion owner Tony Bloom...
Will Gary Lineker feature in Netflix’s World Cup coverage?
Gary Lineker is reportedly set to play a key role in Netflix’s 2026 FIFA World Cup coverage with his The Rest Is Football podcast. Netflix...