Vodka brand founded by ballboy kicked by Eden Hazard agrees €584m takeover
Viral Welsh spirit brand Au Vodka is to be snapped up by US drinks giant Sazerac.
Sky News Sport News
FIFA members should decide Infantino's future at 2027 election, says CAF president
Aug 12 : Under pressure FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s fate should be decided by the organisation’s 211 member associations at next March's elections, Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe said.
Liverpool fans seek clarity on Bezos bid to buy stake
LONDON: Liverpool supporters’ group Spirit of Shankly said the interests of the club and fans must come first following reports that a consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is close to a deal to buy a significant minority stake. Sky News said Bezos was part of an investor group led by Amit Bhatia, the son-in-law of India steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, which also includes Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin. Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group confirmed the approach from Bhatia’s group in July. Monday’s Sky report said the consortium was “closing in on a deal to buy a roughly one-third stake in Liverpool,” with FSG preparing to make an announcement “as soon as this week.” Bezos is one of the world’s richest men, with a fortune estimated by Forbes magazine at more than $280 billion, while Saverin’s wealth is put at $33 billion. The 62-year-old Bezos has reportedly explored previous bids for the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks and Washington Commanders, but decided against pursuing either deal. Spirit of Shankly has written to Liverpool asking for more clarity and a meeting to discuss the potential changes. “Putting the interests of LFC and its supporters first is fundamental to us all,” said a statement from the group. “The latest report of a 30 percent sale and the consortium set up to buy it is significant.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos nearing deal for stake in Liverpool – reports
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is part of a consortium closing in on a deal to buy a minority stake in Liverpool, according to reports.
Jeff Bezos in talks over joining consortium eyeing Liverpool stake – reports
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has held talks over potentially joining a consortium which has expressed an interest in buying a minority stake in Liverpool, according to reports.
Red cards for mouth-covering approved ahead of World Cup - ESPN
Players who cover their mouths when confronting an opponent will be sent off at this summer's World Cup.
Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni given six-game ban for conduct towards Vinicius Jr
Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni has been given a six-match ban after being found guilty of homophobic conduct towards Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr, with three of those suspended for a two-year period.
Italy replacing Iran at World Cup 'not appropriate' - sports minister - ESPN
Italy's sports minister said Thursday it is «not appropriate» for the country to replace Iran at the World Cup, saying: «Qualification is done on the pitch.»