Genius Sports renews Premier League betting data rights for further 5 years
August 7 – Genius Sports has renewed its agreement with Football DataCo, extending their official data partnership until 2029.
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Roadkill: Boozed up Polish VAR officials stood down from UCL tie after stealing road sign
August 7 – Two Polish referees were stood down at the 11th hour from Tuesday’s Champions League match between Dynamo Kyiv and Rangers after they were reportedly arrested for drunkenly stealing a road sign.
Aussie FA boss Johnson hits back at comments that Matildas were ‘pampered’ at Olympics
August 7 – Football Australia Chief Executive James Johnson has hit back at suggestions the women’s national team are “pampered” amid intense scrutiny following their group phase elimination at the Paris Olympics.
Monaco plug in Renault on front of shirt for centenary and UCL campaign
August 7 – Champions League-bound AS Monaco have announced Renault as the club’s major sponsor partner, with the side set to don the Renault logo for all of their upcoming UEFA Champions League and Ligue1 matches this season.
Torquay United defender charged with 289 breaches of betting rules
August 7 – The English Football Association (FA) has continued its crackdown on players betting on football with Torquay United defender Austen Booth being charged with 289 betting offences.
Turkish SuperLig rebrands with new logo, trophy and slogan
August 7 – The Turkish SuperLig has updated its brand image and visual identity ahead of the new season. A few days before the kick-off of the new campaign, the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) unveiled a new Super Lig logo, a new trophy and a new motto.
Brazil surprise Spain to set up women’s Olympic final against US
August 7 – Brazil upset world champions Spain 4-2 to reach the final of the Olympic women’s tournament against the United States. The final will mark Marta’s grand farewell in Brazilian colours.
Concacaf signs first Central America-based sponsor for its regional club competition
August 6 – Concacaf has signed a three-year partnership with Honduran snack company Snacks Yummies, and its Taqueritos brand, which becomes an official sponsor of the Concacaf Central American Cup.
Brazil appeal Marta suspension ahead of Olympic semi against Spain tonight
August 6 – Brazil have appealed FIFA’s decision to suspend veteran superstar Marta for two matches after her red card in the group stage of the women’s Olympic tournament.
UEFA draws final qualification ties for new Champions League format
August 6 – Turkish champions Galatasaray have been drawn against Young Boys, currently last in the Swiss league, in a playoff round to advance to the new Champions League format.
The FA board gives Bulligham green light to look overseas for Southgate replacement
August 6 – The Football Association board have given formal approval for the appointment of a foreign manager to replace Gareth Southgate.
Spain and France head to Parc des Prince for all European mens Olympic final
August 6 – After winning Euro 2024 and the U-19 European Championship, Spain can wrap up an outstanding summer by claiming Olympic gold against France after reaching a second consecutive final with a 2-1 victory against Morocco.
Top Belgian official De Bleeckere to head Azeri FA’s referees department
August 6 – Former Belgian referee Frank De Bleeckere has been appointed to lead the referees department in Azerbaijan, the Azeri FA (AFFA) confirmed.
Spurs Women taps into Drip sponsorship with focus on sustainability
August 6 – Tottenham Hotspur Women have agreed a sponsorship with mineral water firm Drip, who become the teams Official Front of Training Wear Partner for the 2024/25 season.
MaxBet takes Novi Sad’s main sponsorship as Serbian club begins stadium renovation
August 6 – Serbia’s Vojvodina Novi Sad has unveiled bookmaker MaxBet as its main sponsor. The company’s logo will be on Vojvodina’s shirts for the next two years.