Spain
Real Madrid replaces United at top of KPMG’s valuation ranking
Spanish LaLiga giant Real Madrid has replaced English Premier League team Manchester United as the most valuable football club in Europe, according to a new report by professional services firm KPMG
Spanish football clubs, players embroiled in match-fixing probe
At least 11 players from LaLiga and the Segunda Division, the top two divisions of Spanish club football, have reportedly been arrested or placed under investigation today (Tuesday) on suspicion of match-fixing…
El Corte Inglés enters LaLiga ticketing market
Spanish department store chain El Corte Inglés has begun selling tickets for LaLiga football matches through a system that allows fans to simulate how they will see the match before purchasing.
Catalans Dragons draw record 31,555 crowd at Nou Camp
A record 31,555 fans attended Catalans Dragons' Super League match against the Wigan Warriors at the Nou Camp on Saturday
Apollo Global Management denies AD Alcorcón acquisition
A report from Spanish radio station Cadena SER claiming that Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils owner Josh Harris has purchased AD Alcorcón has been denied by a spokesperson for Harris’ Apollo Gl…
LaLiga reports major revenue growth
LaLiga, the organising body of the top two divisions of Spanish club football, has continued its recent financial growth after reporting that the revenue its clubs generated during the 2017-18 season was…
LaLiga forges latest Chinese partnership
LaLiga, the organising body of the top two divisions of Spanish club football, has signed an agreement with China Sports Futurity Investment (CSFI) that will lead to the development of its first permanent…
International Gymnastics Federation awards hosting rights for World Championships
The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) has awarded hosting rights for its 2023 World Championships across three disciplines, while also revamping the formats of its events
LaLiga North America launches Miami Academy
LaLiga North America, a joint venture between LaLiga and Relevent Sports, has officially announced the launch of a new US academy
Spanish clubs vote against Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup reforms
Clubs in the top two divisions of Spanish football have voted to oppose the Spanish football federation’s (RFEF) plans to reform the Copa del Rey and Spanish Supercopa.
Huelva lands 2021 World Badminton Championships
The Spanish city of Huelva has been awarded hosting rights for the 2021 edition of the World Badminton Championships
Rosell acquitted of money-laundering charges
Sandro Rosell, former president of Spanish LaLiga football club Barcelona, has been acquitted of money-laundering charges after spending 20 months in prison
RFEF in talks to take Supercopa to Saudi Arabia – report
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) is considering taking the annual Supercopa de España club competition to Saudi Arabia, according to Marca.
ISG nets LaLiga virtual ad deal
Sports media company Interregional Sports Group (ISG) has agreed a three-season deal with the Mediapro agency to acquire the rights for virtual perimeter and virtual goal-side advertising from high-profile…
Real Madrid seals financing for Bernabéu redevelopment
Spanish LaLiga football club Real Madrid has signed off on a deal that will see US financial services giants J
Real Madrid to begin stadium renovations after 2018-19 season
Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has revealed the club will begin long-discussed renovations to the Santiago Bernabéu at the end of the current season.
Nike assisted DeJong Barcelona move
Frenkie de Jong's €75m ($85m) move from Ajax to Barcelona this summer came with the assistance of outfitter Nike. De Jong, a Dutch midfielder, is also personally sponsored by Nike.
Atletico Madrid women’s team draws 60,739 world-record crowd
Atlético Madrid Femenino drew 60,739 fans for their clash with FC Barcelona Femení at Wanda Metropolitano on Sunday, setting a world-record attendance for a women's club football match.