All articles tagged with #frankfurt
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Liverpool Offside
Liverpool are close to signing French striker Hugo Ekitike from Frankfurt for around €80M, with a deal potentially worth up to €95M including add-ons, as they look to strengthen their attacking options for the 2025 season.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Liverpool Offside
Hugo Ekitike is close to joining Liverpool, having agreed personal terms on a six-year contract, with negotiations ongoing for a transfer fee around £75-80 million, and the player only wanting Liverpool.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
TUI shareholders have voted to move the company's London Stock Exchange listing to Frankfurt, citing a shift in liquidity and ownership structure. This move comes as London has experienced a series of de-listings and high-profile IPO snubs, with some analysts cautioning against writing off the UK capital despite the challenges. While London has seen a decline in listings, it remains the largest exchange in Europe and has fared better in 2023 compared to other European exchanges.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Arrowhead Pride
Kansas City Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt believes that playing in Frankfurt, Germany, will benefit the team, the league, and the city of Kansas City. The Chiefs are focused on growing their brand in Germany and attracting new fans to watch the team and the NFL on a weekly basis. Hunt sees the game in Frankfurt as a step forward in the league's international expansion efforts and believes it will accelerate the growth of American football in Germany. He also sees the exposure as positive for the city's economy and an opportunity to showcase Kansas City as a great place to live, work, and play.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KSAT San Antonio
San Antonio International Airport will launch its first nonstop European flight to Frankfurt, Germany on May 17, 2024. The seasonal flight will operate three times a week until September 6, 2024, and will be serviced by Condor Airlines. The flight will offer onward connections to various destinations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India. Tickets are already available for purchase, with roundtrip fares starting at $980. City officials are excited about the new flight, which they see as a significant step in elevating San Antonio's global brand.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Stereogum
Roger Waters performed in Frankfurt without wearing his "Nazi demagogue" uniform, which he has used in previous shows. The uniform was the subject of controversy in Berlin, where police launched an investigation into alleged pro-Nazi imagery used in Waters' performances. In a five-minute speech to the audience, Waters explained that he left the costume out of respect for those closer to the situation than he is.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Times of Israel
A protester carrying an Israeli flag rushed the stage at a Roger Waters concert in Frankfurt, while other protesters dispersed in the crowd waving large Israeli flags. Waters has been accused of antisemitism for his actions and comments, including dressing as a Nazi during a concert in Berlin and projecting Anne Frank's name at recent concerts. He denies the accusations and says he protests against Israeli policies, not the Jewish people. Jewish organizations and politicians held a protest rally and memorial ceremony before the concert in Frankfurt.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Jewish groups, politicians, and civil society groups protested against a concert by Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters in Frankfurt, accusing him of antisemitism and supporting the BDS movement. Frankfurt authorities initially tried to prevent the concert, but Waters successfully challenged the move in a local court. The concert took place in the city's Festhalle, where in November 1938 more than 3,000 Jews were rounded up by the Nazis. Waters has also drawn criticism for wearing a costume in Berlin that some say glorified Nazi rule.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins will face off against the Kansas City Chiefs in Frankfurt, Germany on November 5th as part of the 2023 NFL International Series. The Dolphins have a 6-4 record in international games, while the Chiefs are the reigning Super Bowl champions. Dolphins' wide receiver Tyreek Hill has promised to be the Chiefs' worst enemy in the game. The matchup is expected to be one of the best of the 2023 NFL season.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Colts.com
The Indianapolis Colts will play against the New England Patriots in Frankfurt, Germany on November 12, 2023, marking the second time in franchise history that the Colts will play overseas. The game will be hosted at Deutsche Bank Park, home to the German Bundesliga's Eintracht Frankfurt. The NFL mandated that each of its 32 teams will host a home game at an international site at least once every eight years, with AFC teams hosting in odd-numbered years and NFC teams hosting in even-numbered years.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
Clashes broke out between Eintracht Frankfurt fans and police in Naples ahead of their Champions League match against Napoli. Car windows were broken and fans hurled flares, chairs and other objects. Police in riot gear eventually managed to calm the situation, shepherding the fans onto buses to take them to their hotels. Napoli won the first leg 2-0 but local police made several arrests in the buildup amid altercations between fans.