Brazil’s Vasco da Gama take steps to protect itself from bankruptcy
February 26 – With mounting debts, Brazilian club Vasco da Gama has taken steps to protect itself from bankruptcy.
Gold Cup 2025
USA clinch last four slot with penalty win over Costa Rica
USA 2 Costa Rica 2 (USA win 4-3 on pens)
June 29 – You’d hate to use the word ‘sterile’ to describe a Concacaf Gold Cup quarter-final, but following the drama and passion of Guatemala versus Canada, it all felt a little flat as the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) and Costa Rica kicked off for the right to face Guatemala in St. Louis. After 90 minutes and the drama of penalty kicks,
Fans demand Premier League puts a freeze on ticket prices
February 26 – English football’s main supporters group has written to the Premier League calling for a division-wide ticket freeze next season.
Peru’s Alianza Lima beat Boca Juniors in shoot-out to stay in Copa Libertadores qualifiers
February 26 – Alianza Lima of Peru defeated Boca Juniors 5-4 from the penalty spot to eliminate the Argentinians from the Copa Libertadores qualifiers.
Saudi bank Alinma buys naming rights to King Abdullah Sports City Stadium
February 26 – Saudi Arabian bank Alinma has secured the naming rights to one of the key stadiums set to host matches at the 2034 FIFA World Cup, marking the first step in Saudi Arabia’s aggressive commercial push ahead of the tournament in nine years’ time.
Cost-cutting Man Utd hand chief recruitment role to Christopher Vivell
February 26 – Manchester United have confirmed Christopher Vivell as their full-time director of recruitment, solidifying his place in the INEOS-led shake-up at Old Trafford.
Final four announce preliminary rosters for 2025 Concacaf Nations League Finals next month
February 26 – Canada, Mexico, Panama and the USA have all announced 60-player preliminary rosters for the Nations League Finals to be played March 20 and March 23 – both match days to be played as double headers at the SoFi Stadium in Hollywood Park, Los Angeles. Final 23-player rosters will be announced March 10.
Bees to microchip match-worn shirts to take sting out of fraudsters
February 26 – Match-worn shirts are fast becoming a micro-industry generating millions of pounds, however, it’s not always guaranteed that the shirt was actually worn in a game by the player in question until today.
Top player, top tournament? Is AFCON why Salah won’t win Ballon d’Or?
February 26 – Former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher has drawn the ire of former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand with his comments disparaging the African Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Bayern launch Instagram channel for training and talent spotting
February 26 – Youth talent development and global scouting are key weapons in the arsenal of clubs looking to get an edge, and that’s one of the reasons FC Bayern Munich have just released @fcbayernpathway.
BFU bans leading academy from national training base after referee attacked at U14 cup final
February 26 – The Bulgarian Football Union (BFU) has terminated its relations with the Ares Football Academy and banned all of their teams from training at the Boyana National Football Base.
Dyukov will not stand in UEFA ExCo election, Klaveness to run for quota place
February 25 – Russian Football Union (RFU) president Alexander Dyukov will not retain his seat on the UEFA Executive Committee (ExCo), one of Europe’s most influential football bodies.
On Monday, UEFA released the list of candidates for the ExCo elections that will take place in six weeks in the Serbian capital Belgrade at the organisation’s congress. Dyukov was not included, and will not stand for reelection.
Fiorentina’s Kean discharged after on-pitch collapse
February 25 – Italian international Moise Kean has been discharged from hospital less than 24 hours after he collapsed during Fiorentina’s defeat by Hellas Verona on Sunday.
EPL cuts Fox as Tubi snags Mexico rights for rest of season
February 25 – The English Premier League has severed its four-year deal with Fox Sports México following the broadcaster’s failure to make payments for this season.
José Mourinho accused of ‘racist statements’ following Istanbul derby
February 25 – José Mourinho is making headline news again for all the wrong reasons after his latest controversial outburst about Turkish football.
PSV hope Wasserman can boost commercial ambitions
February 25 – Dutch champions PSV Eindhoven have announced a strategic partnership with global sports agency Wasserman, aimed at enhancing the club’s commercial operations.