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.
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.
Spanish prosecutors say €7m of Barca cash can’t be accounted for in Caso Negreira case
August 6 – The refereeing payment scandal which for months engulfed Barcelona but which has seemingly drifted under the radar has burst back into the spotlight.
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.
Right player, wrong price? SciSports and FootballTransfers roll out ETV transfer valuation tool
August 6 – With the summer transfer window in full swing and some big name player deals still to be done, the outcomes are inevitably down to negotiation, but what is the true value of a player?
Man City sell Alvarez to Atletico Madrid for £81 million
August 6 – Manchester City and Atletico Madrid have agreed a deal for Argentina striker Julian Alvarez worth up to £82 million (€95 million) as the 24-year-old looks to complete a move to the Spanish capital.
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.
bet365 removed from Stoke City ownership but stays within the family as John Coates takes over
August 6 – EFL Championship club Stoke City have announced a significant change in its ownership structure, with the Championship side now being solely owned by bet365 co-CEO John Coates.
Transfer talk: Guehi set to stick with Newcastle, Liverpool scout overseas markets
August 6 – Newcastle are closing in on the signing of Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi, with a figure of £60 million rumoured to be enough to secure the 24-year-old’s services. The player impressed during England’s run to the final of Euro 2024, becoming the standout player of a star-studded back line in his first major tournament with England.