‘It’s over’: Spain relieved as football chief Luis Rubiales finally falls on sword September 11, 2023 Spanish politicians have welcomed the resignation of embattled football chief Luis Rubiales. Rubiales finally fell on his sword on Sunday night, three weeks after he kissed player Jenni Hermoso at the Women’s World Cup final – an act she says was non-consensual. He announced his resignation in a statement that coincided with an interview given [...]
African Football League in spotlight as legal row escalates over £332m media contract September 7, 2023 A legal row between African football federation CAF and its biggest rights holder has raised questions about the new African Football League.
City Giving Day: Central London Alliance’s Guinness World Record Title Attempt September 7, 2023 In a city that’s known for its fast-paced business world, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture, a remarkable event is set to take place that will not only make history but also underline the spirit of community and philanthropy that thrives within the heart of London. On the 25th and 26th of September, the Central London [...]
Ed Warner: Will this really be the best Rugby World Cup ever? September 7, 2023 Are you ready for the best ever Rugby World Cup? A tournament for the ages? Two phrases that would best be banned, argues Ed Warner.
Saudi Pro League close to overtaking Premier League by key spending metric September 6, 2023 The Saudi Pro League could overtake the Premier League as the world’s biggest spenders of the summer transfer window on Thursday.
Padium: Inside Canary Wharf’s new premium padel club backed by Spotify co-founder September 5, 2023 Spotify co-founder Martin Lorentzon is providing hits of another kind – as the backer of new high-end padel club Padium in Canary Wharf.
Frank Smith, Matchroom Boxing CEO, interview: ‘I’m living the dream’ September 4, 2023 Matchroom Boxing CEO Frank Smith on rising the ranks from Leyton Orient mascot to running the world-leading promotion.
Revealed: The biggest overpayments and best deals of the football transfer window September 1, 2023 Chelsea overpaid by £34m when they made Moises Caicedo the most expensive transfer in Premier League football history, according to independent research. The Blues agreed to pay an initial £100m, rising to a possible £115m, for Caicedo after winning a bidding war with Liverpool for the Brighton midfielder this summer. But Football Benchmark, an industry [...]
Matheus Nunes transfer set to take Manchester City summer spending to £200m August 30, 2023 Manchester City are close to making Matheus Nunes their fourth summer signing after agreeing a transfer fee of £47m with Wolves for the Portugal midfielder. A deal for the 25-year-old, who refused to train this week in an apparent bid to force through the move, would take City’s spending in the current window to £200m. [...]
Pay boost for England Women as cricket chiefs hand them same match fees as men August 30, 2023 England Women cricketers are to receive the same match fees as their male counterparts in a move that will boost their pay by thousands of pounds. The move was announced today by the England and Wales Cricket Board and will take effect immediately, starting in this week’s Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka. England Men, who [...]