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UEFA fiscal plan for in dire soccer bodies

UEFA to aid clubs

As European soccer clubs continue to count the costs of a global pandemic that has led teams’ large and small face the financial heat, European soccer’s governing body is preparing to establish a relief fund of as much as $7 billion to help struggling teams manage their growing debts. ‘The... » Read more


How justified is public financing of stadia?

Cleveland Indians Progressive Field upgrades

As the Major League Baseball (MLB) (US) team Cleveland Indians announce a plan for the City (Cleveland), the Cuyahoga County and State help pay for upgradations at their residence Progressive Field, the age-old debate of publicly financing sports stadia arises. Should residents have to help fund... » Read more


Touch-up to Sharjah Cricket Stadium for IPL

Major upgrades for Sharjah Cricket Stadium

The Sharjah Cricket Stadium, which will host 10 Indian Premier League (IPL) matches before the T20 World Cup, has announced major upgrades in the run-up to the conclusion of the IPL, which will be played from September 19th in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The ‘Gulf News’ stated that the... » Read more


Haute look for Idaho varsity’s Holt Arena

Idaho State University Holt Arena undergo major renovation

The Idaho State University’s (US) Holt Arena will undergo a multimillion dollar facelift to upgrade the facility and improve fan experience. The project is being fully funded by an investment from the Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU). The ‘Idaho State University’ stated that the Idaho State... » Read more


‘Euro 2020 Final COVID superspreader event’

Over 3,000 covid cases at Wembley during EURO 2020

The Euro 2020 Final between England and Italy at the Wembley Stadium (UK) in July was a “superspreader” event due to the level of COVID-19 infection found in or around the venue on the day, according to official data published recently. The ‘India Today’ stated that Public Health England... » Read more


Was Tokyo 2020 bang for the buck for Japan?

Japan economy to benefit from the Olympics

With a volley of fireworks at the 68,000-capacity National Stadium, the Tokyo Summer Olympics ended with a bang. In economic terms, though, it felt more like a whimper. The ‘Time’ stated that the Olympics cost Japan at least $15.4 billion, making them the most expensive Summer Games ever,... » Read more


Socceroos-China World Cup qualifier at Qatar

Australian soccer team forced to play in Qatar

World Cup host Qatar will stage the Australia national football team – Socceroos – qualifier against China next month. ‘The Australian’ stated that Football Australia officials are in advanced talks with their Qatari counterparts, with confirmation expected this week that Qatar’s... » Read more


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