It is reported that nine groups are interested in acquiring the Sportfive agency, five companies thought to include media groups WPP and Lagadère and four private equity companies including Apax Partners and Permira.
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Portuguese football facing losses of €266m, warns of ‘collapse’ if league is suspended
Sónia Carneiro, executive director of Liga Portugal, has warned that the teams in the top two divisions of Portuguese league football are facing collective losses of over €250m ($304m) for the 2020-21 se…
NFL caps Super Bowl LV attendance at 22,000 fans
Super Bowl LV at Tampa's Raymond James Stadium on February 7 will officially have a capacity of 22,000 fans including 14,500 ticket buyers and 7,500 vaccinated health care workers who will be guests of…
Round-Up: Ganguly recovering from heart attack, Indian Wells postponed, four bidders for 2027 Asian Cup, and more
Saurav Ganguly, the president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India, is recovering in hospital after a heart attack and subsequent operation - AFP/CNA
Pitbull becomes part-owner of Nascar’s Trackhouse Racing Team
Popular US musician Pitbull has become a part-owner of Nascar Cup Series organization Trackhouse Racing Team ahead of its debut season in 2021.
MiLB 2021 seasons could be delayed for Class A, AA
Lack of vaccinations, social distancing needs likely to revise spring training
New Orleans Saints to add field-level suites to Superdome for 2021 season
The National Football League's New Orleans Saints are looking to significantly enhance the fan experience at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome by adding field-level suites to the stadium as part of an extensive…