LaLiga’s overseas game project not dead, insists Tebas Sport Business Spanish football chief Javier Tebas insists LaLiga will “keep trying” to stage games overseas after being forced to shelve a planned fixture between Barcelona and Villarreal in Miami in December. The controversial move looked set to go ahead when European governing body Uefa “reluctantly” granted permission earlier this month but LaLiga announced it had pulled [...]
More than Messi: Why Miami is a sports lover’s dream destination Life&Style There was an air of inevitability about the way that Lionel Messi, arguably the greatest footballer to have ever lived, struck a stunning stoppage time winner into the top corner for his new employers on his debut two years ago. The only surprise, really, was who it was he was playing for. Eyebrows were raised [...]
Dolphins and Bills private equity deals underline value to NFL In a historic first for the National Football League (NFL), the Buffalo Bills and the Miami Dolphins have become the first teams to shake hands with private equity. These investments follow the update in August to the NFL’s investment and ownership rules allowing private equity minority ownership. Ares Management Corp. is reported to be acquiring [...]
Bundesliga targets America with Relevent partnership September 19, 2024 It is the latest development in an arms race for fans in a booming US market.
Fears over 2026 World Cup after dangerous crowd scenes mar Copa America final July 15, 2024 Kick-off was delayed by more than an hour because of the disorder, which was blamed on hundreds of supporters without tickets.
