Major League Soccer (MLS) has experienced significant growth since its inception in 1996, expanding from 10 teams to 29 teams in 2023. With increasing popularity, the league has shown no signs of slowing down, continually exploring new markets for expansion. As MLS looks to the future, several states stand out as potential candidates for new teams due to their growing …
Read More »La Liga club still convinced star forward will not leave for Barcelona
Despite things appearing to be moving quite rapidly as far as Barcelona’s pursuit of Nico Williams is concerned, his current team, Athletic Club, still remain convinced that the player will stay put, reports SPORT. The barrage of reports about the possible signing of Nico Williams by FC Barcelona is wearing on Athletic’s patience. At the Basque club, they are concerned …
Read More »West Ham ready to outbid Leicester & Roma in the battle for Soulé
West Ham United have reportedly entered the race for Juventus youngster Matias Soulé and could swiftly splash their competitors out of the water. Over the last couple of weeks, Roma and Leicester City have been entangled in a two-horse race for the young winger’s services. The newly-promoted Premier League club placed the more lucrative bid, but the Giallorossi have been …
Read More »Newcastle lined up move for former Mag before European setback – Report
According to The Athletic, Newcastle United were considering re-signing former Toon goalkeeper Tim Krul for his homegrown status until our European hopes were dashed at the end of May. Despite finishing in a European spot in the Premier League and above Man Utd, it was the Red Devils who pipped us to a Europe after their shock FA Cup win …
Read More »Bulgaria’s Krumovgrad signs Bethub for second season in top tier playing in Plovdiv
July 22 – Bulgaria’s Krumovgrad FC has signed a sponsorship contract with one of the newest entrants into the Bulgarian betting market, Bethub. The online sports betting and casino games business will have their logos on the back of Krumovgrad shirts for the 2024/2025 season. Compass Cargo Airlines, based in Krumovgrad, remains the main sponsor of the club. No value …
Read More »Barcelona youngster wants to secure first-team spot despite potential arrivals of Nico and Olmo
Barcelona forward Ansu Fati is determined to secure his place in the first team and according to a report from SPORT, he is committed to getting back to his best form and is training with remarkable speed, preparing to compete with Nico Williams and Dani Olmo. Ansu’s dedication and positive attitude have caught the eye of Hansi Flick, who sees …
Read More »Kumho tread German brand path Eintracht Frankfurt
July 19 – Eintracht Frankfurt have agreed a three-year deal with Kumho, which will see the Korean tyre brand become the club’s official tyre partner until 2027. Marketing activation includes brand’ visibility throughout the stadium, hospitality packages, and joint social media activities. In addition to supporting the men’s team, the new tire partner will also support the Esports team, and …
Read More »Barcelona not ruling out permanent sale of teenage forward – report
According to a report from Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona initially planned to loan out Vitor Roque, however, the possibility of a permanent sale is now on the table. Roque’s future at Barcelona remains uncertain, as the Brazilian player, who joined the club in January, did not manage to impress former coach Xavi enough to secure a spot in the team. The …
Read More »Two Circles renews UEFA Women’s sponsorship sales agency and picks up WCL media rights
July 19 – UEFA has renewed sports marketing agency Two Circles as its exclusive sponsorship agency for UEFA Women’s Football. The agency will also handle media sales for the Women’s Champions League for the 2025-2030 commercial cycle. In 2018 UEFA separated its women’s competition commercial sales from its men’s, a decision that has enabled the confederation to grow its women’s …
Read More »Gibraltar FA file UEFA complaint over Euro-winning players’ political chant
July 19 – The Gibraltar FA has filed a formal complaint to UEFA after Spanish players chanted ‘Gibraltar is Spanish’ during their Euro 24 celebrations in Madrid after beating England 2-1. Players, reportedly including captain Alvaro Morata, and the player and young player of the tournament, Rodri and Lamine Yamal, could be heard chanting the slogan, which was echoed by supporters in the crowd. Gibraltar is a …
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