Osmar Stabile elected President at Brazilian giants Corinthians
August 26 – Brazilian giants Corinthians have announced that Osmar Stabile has been elected as the club’s new President on a mandate until the end of 2026.
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FA launches investigation into Crystal Palace banner attacking Marinakis
August 26 – The English Football Association have opened an investigation after Crystal Palace fans displayed a banner of Evangelos Marinakis at their Premier League match against Nottingham Forest.
Qatar dealt blow in bid to host 2029 Club World Cup
August 26 – FIFA has told continental confederations that the next Club World Cup (CWC) will take place in the summer of 2029, according to the Guardian, dealing a blow to Qatar’s hopes of hosting the tournament.
Canadians eye Beroe Stara Zagora
August 26 – A Canadian fund is interested in buying Bulgarian football club Beroe Stara Zagora, the local Mayor has claimed.
World Cup 2026 host cities hope for big economic boost
Host committees in the USA are discussing ways in which to leverage next summer’s World Cup to bring new business to their cities and boost economic development.
Bay FC smash NWSL attendance record
August 26 – Bay FC made history on Saturday by drawing a crowd of 40,091 for their National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) clash with Washington Spirit at Oracle Park in San Francisco – setting a new record.
Juventus partner with Armani
August 26 – Juventus have announced a collaboration with world-renowned fashion designer Giorgio Armani, who will create suits for the first team.
McKennie the latest victim as racism continues to blight football
August 26 – Another weekend of football in Europe and yet another case of suspected racist abuse, this time directed at United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) and Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie.
Everton steer commercial portfolio in right direction with Davanti Tyres renewal
August 21 – English Premier League (EPL) entity Everton have announced that longstanding partner Davanti Tyres has renewed its commitment to the Blues in a new multi-year deal.
Bundesliga signs up YouTuber Mark Goldbridge
August 21 – The Bundesliga has confirmed a plethora of headline-grabbing UK broadcast deals heading into the new season, including an eye-catching partnership with YouTuber Mark Goldbridge.
Chelsea maintain US presence with FICO partnership
August 21 – English Premier League (EPL) side Chelsea have added global analytics software company FICO to their commercial roster, announcing a multi-year agreement that makes the firm the club’s Regional Enterprise Analytics Partner in the United States.
Burnley add to sponsor portfolio with Favela Cerveja as Lager Partner
August 21 – English Premier League outfit Burnley FC have announced a new commercial partnership with UK-based brewer Favela Cerveja, who join the club as their Official Lager Partner.
Gainbridge Super League returns this weekend
August 21 – The Gainbridge Super League, a top-tier women’s professional soccer league in the United States, kicks off its second season on Saturday, August 23, 2025, highlighted by the debut of expansion team Sporting Club Jacksonville.
Bay FC on track to set new NWSL record this weekend
August 21 – The professional women’s game in the United States continues to break records in all departments, with the latest about to fall in the attendance category.
La Liga books partnership deal with Airbnb
August 21 – The online accommodation platform Airbnb has partnered with Spain’s La Liga to become an official partner of one of the world’s top leagues.