Media rights in sports have exponentially grown worldwide, as competitions pull billions in revenue. Soccer has been one of the driving forces for that. The sport's continued growth has seen American broadcasters toss more cash around to attract more viewers. For example, NBC is paying the English Premier League $433 million per year for six […]

India is known in the Western world as a cricket-mad nation. The sport is a religion in India, and the players are bestowed with demi-god status. Even the narrowest streets are turned into a cricket pitch by kids desperate to showcase their talents. In such a cultural setting, I was among the minority who followed […]

For Manchester United sensation Marcus Rashford, it seems that art imitates life. The past year has been tumultuous for the Englishman, marred by multiple incidents ranging from speeding offenses to personal mishaps. Just recently, Rashford was handed a six-month driving ban for speeding in December 2023. Yet, just two days before his court hearing for […]

Liverpool are reportedly targeting Borussia Dortmund forward Donyell Malen as they prepare for the upcoming 2024-25 season. With the Reds currently in the United States for their preseason tour, new manager Arne Slot is using this time to evaluate his squad and identify key areas needing reinforcement. The potential acquisition of Malen, a former Arsenal […]

Tottenham are reportedly negotiating to sell a minority stake in a deal that could value the club at an impressive $4.8 billion. This move is part of a strategic effort by Chairman Daniel Levy and the club’s majority owners, ENIC Group (ENIC). They want to attract fresh investment for various ambitious projects and bolster their […]

The past season, several historically significant clubs with domestic success and Champions League experience found themselves battling relegation. The 2023-24 campaign saw these teams, once giants in their respective leagues, struggle to maintain their status. The situation had been particularly dire for Bordeaux, a club with a rich history in French soccer. Once a dominant […]

Liverpool find themselves at a pivotal juncture as they seek to secure the future of their homegrown star, Trent Alexander-Arnold. The 25-year-old right-back has been a cornerstone of Liverpool’s recent successes. As a result, he is now the target of considerable interest from European giants Real Madrid. With his contract entering its final year, the […]

Brighton are on the verge of completing a significant transfer deal, with talks progressing to sign Paraguayan midfielder Diego Gomez from Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami. The 21-year-old talent has drawn considerable attention with his performances. Thus, as negotiations near completion, a move to Europe seems imminent. Gomez has been a standout player in MLS, joining […]

Everton face a new wave of uncertainty following the collapse of US billionaire Dan Friedkin’s takeover attempt. Friedkin's withdrawal came after a month of exclusive talks, driven by concerns about the club’s mounting debt. This development has plunged the Merseyside club back into turmoil, exacerbating an already turbulent period. Friedkin’s decision to end the takeover […]

The USMNT and England are both in the market for a new head coach following the departures of their respective managers after disappointing performances in recent tournaments. Mauricio Pochettino, the former Chelsea and Tottenham manager, is a top candidate for both positions. Despite the competition, the USMNT might have a distinct advantage in securing the […]

Fantasy Premier League (FPL) is finally back. While users can now begin compiling their FPL team, Premier League officials made fans wait longer than usual to open the game. The start date for the current 2024/25 season is the latest since 2020. This, of course, came at a time when the COVID-19 pandemic pushed back […]

Joshua Zirkzee is on the verge of being the newest player to join the Manchester United squad. This marks the first INEOS-era signing and serves as a testament to the owners' efforts to have a youthful squad. Manchester United have agreed a fee of about €42 million (£35 million) for the 23-year-old. The price is […]

Following their Premier League promotion, Leicester now face the scary possibility of starting the next season with a points deduction. All of this started in the 2022-23 fiscal year when they broke the Premier League's Profitability and Sustainability Rules. Leicester are now in danger of a heavy points punishment after an impartial panel sided with […]

Aston Villa's goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez, was reportedly on the verge of joining Manchester United last summer, his agent confirmed. The Red Devils were in the market for a new number one following the departure of David de Gea. However, they ultimately opted for Andre Onana, reuniting him with head coach Erik ten Hag. Despite Onana's […]

In an interesting twist, Roma and Everton will meet in a pre-season friendly on August 10, 2024. The Friedkin Group, who control Roma, are purchasing Everton, so this match is really important. Despite neither club having officially confirmed it, beIN Sports Australia have already included this friendly in their broadcast schedule. The timing and location […]