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sports1 year ago•9 min saved

"Vini's Valencia Return Sparks Controversy in European Soccer"

Real Madrid's 2-2 draw at Valencia was marred by referee controversy, while PSG's 0-0 draw with Monaco was overshadowed by Mbappé's substitution. Bayern Munich's draw with SC Freiburg has cleared the path for Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga title race, and American players abroad had mixed results. Additionally, Chelsea fans expressed frustration with the club's owners and coach, while AFC Wimbledon fans celebrated a dramatic win over MK Dons.

via ESPN|

#bundesliga #european-soccer #kylian-mbappe

sports1 year ago•12 min saved

Maidstone United's FA Cup Shock: Inside the Celebrations and Xavi's Exit

Maidstone United shocks Ipswich Town in the FA Cup fourth round, Xavi announces he will leave Barcelona at the end of the season, Bayern Munich defeats Augsburg despite injury setbacks, Chelsea thumps Brighton in the Women's Super League, Real Madrid continues their unbeaten run in LaLiga with a comeback win against Las Palmas.

via ESPN|

#barcelona #chelsea #european-soccer

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Zvonimir Boban's Resignation from UEFA Leadership Sparks Turmoil

Zvonimir Boban, a top aide to UEFA's president, resigned due to a proposal allowing leaders to extend their terms, revealing tension within the organization. The proposed changes, including extending the president's term limit, have caused disquiet among European soccer leaders, leading to Boban's abrupt departure and public criticism of the reforms. This move has exposed growing tensions within UEFA's leadership, highlighting concerns about potential changes to the organization's rules.

via The New York Times|

#aleksander-ceferin #european-soccer #leadership-tension

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"Unlocking European Soccer's Investment Potential: The Power of Bargain Deals for U.S. Investors"

U.S. investors are increasingly targeting European soccer clubs with lower valuations and exploring a multi-club model, as they seek to tap into the global sports market at smaller deal valuations. The surge in interest from deep-pocketed investors has been driven by the potential for higher revenue opportunities from broadcast media rights deals and merchandising. While top-tier clubs have seen valuations double, middle-market investors are focusing on lower-tier leagues and teams, aiming to build a portfolio of clubs that can be leveraged for player transfers and synergies.

via CNBC|

#european-soccer #multi-club-model #private-equity