SPFL tops European attendance table once again as fans flock to stadiums more than any other nation
The SPFL has once again topped the match attendance per capita table across Europe as Scottish punters flock to games more than any other nation.
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Zelensky to address sports ministers over IOC’s Russia plan
LONDON: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky was expected Friday to denounce the potential participation of Russian athletes at next year’s Paris Olympics, during a virtual summit of sports ministers chaired from London. Zelensky, who visited London on Wednesday, will make an opening address via video link, where he is set to repeat his opposition to the participation of the athletes in the wake of Russia’s invasion of his country, Britain’s Press Association reported.
Amsterdam to Venice by train: The best places to stop along the way and what to see
With a rail network stretching more than 200,000 km and expanding every day, Europe is a paradise for train travel.
Attempted rape charge against Man Utd star Greenwood dropped
LONDON: Charges including attempted rape and assault against Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood have been dropped by prosecutors, British police said on Wednesday. The Crown Prosecution Service said the withdrawal of key witnesses and new material coming to light were factors in their decision to stop the case against the 21-year-old.
Ireland U21s to face Italy again in Euro qualifying after groups revealed
The Republic of Ireland under-21 will face familiar opposition in Euro 2025 qualifying after they were drawn alongside five-time winners Italy in Group A.
Irish Under-21s returning to Cork for Iceland friendly
Republic of Ireland Under-21s will take on Iceland in a friendly at Turner's Cross as the team return to Cork for the first time in over a decade. Jim Crawford’s team are using the friendly as preparation for their upcoming UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualification campaign. The side haven't played since the play-off defeat to Israel last September. Turner’s Cross has long been a host to Under-21 internationals with Ireland facing some of Europe’s heavyweights such as Germany, England, France and Portugal. The stadium has a capacity of up to 7,000. This Thursday Crawford will discover who his U-21s will face in qualification when the draw is made in Nyon, Switzerland.
PREMIER PADEL ANNOUNCES OOREDOO QATAR MAJOR PREMIER PADEL AS 2023 SEASON OPENER
Premier Padel will launch its eagerly anticipated 2023 season with the Ooredoo Qatar Major Premier Padel, which is formally announced today. The tournament will be the inaugural event of the 2023 season, as padel continues to go global with Premier Padel’s premium, professional and unmatchable events across South America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, gracing venues including the world-famous Stade Roland Garros and Foro Italico amongst many others.
Canadian goalkeeper Erin McLeod and wife leaving NWSL's Pride for Iceland
Veteran Canadian goalkeeper Erin McLeod and her wife, Iceland international midfielder Gunny Jonsdottir, are leaving the National Women's Soccer League's Orlando Pride to play in Iceland.