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Roger Hampel Image: Birmingham City FC Knighthead Capital Management LLC has completed its full acquisition of Birmingham City Football Club, consolidating control of one of English football’s most historic institutions. Through its affiliate Shelby Companies Limited (Shelby Limited), Knighthead acquired the remaining 51% of shares in Birmingham City Limited previously owned by ZO Future Group (formerly Birmingham Sports Holdings Limited). Following the transaction, Shelby Li

Roger Hampel Image: FC Barcelona FC Barcelona has officially reopened the Spotify Camp Nou, marking the first public event at the redeveloped stadium after nearly 900 days of closure. More than 21,795 fans filled the stands for an open training session that celebrated the return to one of world football’s most iconic venues. The event — part test, part celebration — offered supporters their first look at the new stadium, a key milestone in the ongoing Espai Barça redevelopmen

Roger Hampel Arnault vs. Pinault When Paris FC hosts Stade Rennais on November 7, the encounter will transcend a standard Ligue 1 fixture. The game doubles as a proxy contest between two of France’s most influential business dynasties: Bernard Arnault’s LVMH and François Pinault’s Kering. The former recently became the majority shareholder in Paris FC through Agache Sport, while the latter has owned Stade Rennais since 1998 via the Pinault family. A Rivalry Forged in Luxury —

Roger Hampel Image: DFB The German Football Association (DFB) has announced Zalando as its new main sponsor and strategic partner in a long-term agreement that runs until 2030. The partnership brings together one of Europe’s leading online fashion and lifestyle platforms with Germany’s most prominent sporting organization, integrating sport, fashion, and digital culture under a shared vision of innovation and community. Partnership Overview Zalando As part of the agreement, Z

Roger Hampel Image: FC St. Pauli FC St. Pauli has completed a historic ownership transfer as the Football Cooperative St. Pauli eG (FCSP eG) officially became the majority owner of Millerntor-Stadion, the club’s iconic home. The acquisition was notarized on Thursday, November 6, marking a decisive step in ensuring that the stadium remains under the control of the club’s community and supporters. Community-Based Ownership Model FC St. Pauli Cooperative The FCSP cooperative, fo

Roger Hampel Image: Unspalsh/ Jeroen Bentvelzen Feyenoord is set to gain full control of De Kuip after reaching an agreement to unite the club with Stadion Feijenoord, the company that owns and operates its iconic home ground. The move formalizes the club’s long-term ambition to consolidate ownership and finance the comprehensive redevelopment of one of Europe’s most historic football venues. Ownership Consolidation and Investment Feyenoord De Kuip Feyenoord will acquire newl

Roger Hampel Image: AC Milan AC Milan has announced its 2024/25 consolidated financial results, marking a third consecutive year of profit and setting a new revenue record of €494.5 million, a 10% increase compared to the previous season. The results, presented at the club’s Shareholders’ Meeting, reflect continued business growth and financial stability under RedBird Capital Partners’ ownership and long-term vision. Third Straight Year of Profit and Revenue Growth The Rosson

Roger Hampel Image: FC Porto FC Porto has announced that the logo of the newly established FC Porto Foundation will appear at the center of the team’s jerseys for the upcoming match against FC Utrecht. The initiative, made possible through an agreement between Betano — the club’s main shirt sponsor — and FC Porto, replaces the sponsor’s logo for this European fixture to spotlight the Foundation’s launch and purpose. Social Responsibility and Sustainability FC Porto Foundation

Roger Hampel Image: Zach Rowlandson/Unsplash AC Milan and FC Internazionale Milano have completed the acquisition of the San Siro Great Urban Function, including the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium and its surrounding area, following the signing of the deed of sale with the Municipality of Milan. The transaction marks a pivotal moment for both clubs and the city, opening the door to a new urban and sporting development phase for one of football’s most historic venues. Joint Developme

Roger Hampel Image: MADRING Atlético de Madrid has signed a five-year partnership agreement with IFEMA Madrid to become a Local Event Supporter of the Formula 1 TAG Heuer Spanish Grand Prix, set to take place in the Spanish capital from September 11 to 13, 2026, at the new MADRING circuit. Partnership Overview Atlético de Madrid MADRING Under the agreement, Atlético de Madrid’s Estadio Metropolitano will play a central role in the Grand Prix weekend, hosting the main concert

Roger Hampel Image: FC Barcelona FC Barcelona has announced a new five-year partnership with AMIRI, the American luxury fashion brand, which becomes the club’s Official Formalwear Partner through the 2029/30 season. The collaboration will see AMIRI design and tailor exclusive formalwear for both the men’s and women’s first teams, as well as for the club’s board members and executives. Partnership Overview FC Barcelona AMIRI The partnership merges two worlds — high-performance

Roger Hampel Image: Juventus FC Former Juventus and Italy national team captain Giorgio Chiellini, now serving as Head of Football Institutional Relations at Juventus FC, has been elected as a Federal Councilor representing Lega Serie A on the FIGC (Italian Football Federation) Board. The appointment was confirmed during the Lega Serie A assembly held on Monday, November 3, where Chiellini received 12 votes from member clubs. Strengthening Serie A’s Representation Giorgio Ch

Roger Hampel Credit: Triple Espresso Over the past few years, the “tycoon” genre – management and economic simulation games – has enjoyed a global renaissance. According to Statista data from Q3 2023, simulation games ranked as the third most popular genre among players aged 16–34 , trailing only shooters and action games. Among players aged 35–64, they placed comfortably in the top five . The message is clear: simulation games now attract a wide demographic – from young stra

Roger Hampel Image: Saurav Rastogi/Unsplash FC Bayern München has announced record financial and membership results for the 2024/25 fiscal year at its annual general meeting, confirming the club’s continued growth and strong financial performance. Record Revenue and Operating Results FC Bayern Revenue The German champions reported total consolidated revenue of €978.3 million, representing a 2.8% increase compared to the previous season’s €951.5 million and the highest figure

Roger Hampel Image: City Press/Hertha BSC Hertha BSC has released its financial statements for the 2024/25 fiscal year, reporting a positive operating result (EBITDA) for the second consecutive year. The figures confirm the continued progress of the club’s financial stabilization plan, implemented through comprehensive restructuring and cost-reduction measures. Improved Annual Result and Cost Control Hertha BSC The club posted a net annual result of -€15.56 million, represent

Roger Hampel Image: Liverpool FC Liverpool FC has announced a multi-year global partnership with Trimble, a leading technology company specializing in infrastructure, construction, and design solutions. The collaboration will see Trimble’s expertise embedded across the club’s operations, beginning with the redevelopment of Liverpool’s Academy in Kirkby. Partnership Overview Liverpool FC Trimble Under the agreement, Trimble’s technology will be integrated into the planning and

Roger Hampel Image: Torino FC Torino FC has announced a new commercial partnership with Monster Energy, which becomes the club’s Official Energy Drink Partner. The collaboration marks a new stage in Torino’s commercial development and aligns the club with one of the most recognizable global brands in sports and entertainment. Partnership Overview Torino FC Monster Energy The agreement connects the energy and adrenaline of Monster Energy with the heritage and passion of Torino

Roger Hampel Image: SSC Napoli SSC Napoli has announced the launch of its first-ever Official Membership program, which will be available from November 1 through the club’s official app and website. The initiative marks a milestone in the club’s nearly 100-year history and the first fan-facing activation under its new partnership with sports technology company KDA3. Two Membership Plans: Free and Premium SSC Napoli The new program will be available in two tiers: Free Membersh

Roger Hampel Image: Unsplash/Dexter Fernandes According to Sportcal , UEFA has entered exclusive negotiations with AB InBev to become the global official beer partner for its men’s club competitions from 2027 to 2033. The deal would bring an end to Heineken’s 30-year association with UEFA’s European tournaments and mark a new commercial era for the governing body. Record-Value Sponsorship Negotiations UEFA AB InBev Sportcal  reports that the potential agreement between AB InB

Roger Hampel Image: Unsplash/Chris Kursikowski Paris Saint-Germain has reported a record revenue of €837 million for the 2024/25 financial year. The results were unanimously approved by the club’s shareholders and mark a major step in PSG’s long-term growth strategy under Qatar Sports Investments (QSI). Record Financial and Sporting Year Paris Saint-Germain Revenue The 2024/25 season was one of the most successful in PSG’s history, both on and off the field. The club captured