Inside the past, present and future of stadium design with Populous interview One of the cherished memories for any sports fan is that intake of breath from sheer disbelief when you first climb the concrete steps from the bowels of a stadium to glimpse the scale of the arena which a team you’re about to both fall in love with and despise for a lifetime calls home. [...]
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Manchester United v Coventry City: Financial comparison of FA Cup semi-finalists tale of the tape The disparity reflects not only United’s huge commercial clout but also how the two clubs’ fortunes have diverged dramatically in the 21st century
Fifa to discuss banning Israel from football after five countries back Palestine’s proposal April 18, 2024 The Palestinian FA’s proposal has the backing of Algeria, Iraq, Jordan, Syria and Yemen.
Ed Warner: Seb Coe has given Olympic chief Thomas Bach a $100m headache April 18, 2024 Our sport business columnist on Seb Coe's challenge to Thomas Bach.
Premier League accused of lobbying against Football Governance Bill April 16, 2024 Caroline Dinenage MP wrote to Premier League chief executive Richard Masters on Tuesday.
British horse racing crowds up in 2024 despite heavier toll of weather April 16, 2024 It comes after Cheltenham Festival attendances fell by 11,000 last month.
Athletic Ventures: Private sector partners with UK Athletics to underwrite major events April 15, 2024 Athletic Ventures will deliver the 2026 European Championships in Birmingham.
Bayer Leverkusen: Why Bundesliga champions elect are exceptions to 50+1 rule April 13, 2024 The 50+1 rule is designed to ensure that supporters retain control of their clubs.
Newcastle United receive £37m cash injection from mystery investor April 11, 2024 The unnamed buyer – thought likely to be one of the club’s existing owners – paid the sum for just one new share.