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FISU pleased with 2015 Universiade, but keen to avoid multi-host model
International University Sports Federation (FISU) president Claude-Louis Gallien has hailed the success of the 2015 winter Universiade in Spain and Slovakia, but has stated the federation is keen to avoid a co-hosting model in the future.
ISA introduces new event to boost Olympic and Paralympic ambitions
The International Surfing Association (ISA) has boosted the sport’s case for Olympic and Paralympic inclusion by introducing its first World Adaptive Championship.
Court ruling halts Real Madrid’s Bernabeu plans
Real Madrid has been forced to put redevelopment plans for its Santiago Bernabeu home on hold after the High Court of Madrid overturned a previous agreement for the renovation of the Spanish Liga football club’s stadium.
Spanish and Portuguese leagues confirm challenge to Fifa’s third-party ownership ban
The Spanish Football League (LFP) and Portuguese Football League (LPFP) have confirmed the filing of a legal challenge with the European Commission (EC) over Fifa’s decision to ban the third-party ownership (TPO) of players.
New Balance to fold Warrior into new football brand
Sportswear company New Balance has confirmed plans to enter the football market by folding its existing Warrior Football business into a new brand dedicated to the sport.
Spanish and Portuguese football leagues file third-party complaint – report
The Spanish Football League (LFP) and Portuguese Football League (LPFP) have filed a complaint to the European Commission (EC) challenging Fifa’s ban on third-party ownership (TPO) of players, according to the Bloomberg news agency.
Barcelona hits out as Bartomeu named suspect in Neymar deal
Barcelona has expressed its “surprise, indignation and total disagreement” after president Josep Maria Bartomeu was named as a suspect in an investigation into whether the Spanish Liga football club evaded taxes in the signing of Brazilian superstar Neymar.
Barcelona accused of tax evasion in Neymar deal
Barcelona is facing further scrutiny over the signing of Brazilian superstar Neymar after a prosecutor said the Spanish Liga football club, and its former president Sandro Rosell, should stand trial for evading around €9m ($11.2m) in taxes through the deal.
Air Race 1 unveils inaugural World Cup calendar
Air Race 1, the international series for the sport of formula one air racing, has announced Tunisia, Spain and the USA will host events in its inaugural World Cup season.
Dalian Wanda signs off on Atletico Madrid investment
Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda has completed its deal to acquire a 20 per cent stake in Atletico Madrid, with chairman Wang Jianlin stating the €45m ($55.8m) investment in the Spanish Liga champion bolsters the firm's efforts to build its presence in the entertainment sector.
Atletico Madrid poised to welcome Chinese investment
Spanish Liga champion Atletico Madrid is set to sell a 20 per cent stake in the football club to Chinese billionaire Wang Jianlin, according to Spanish media reports.
LFP to challenge Fifa’s third-party ban
Spanish Football League (LFP) president Javier Tebas has said the governing body will challenge Fifa’s ban on third-party ownership (TPO) of players.
Barcelona brings forward club elections as Bartomeu denies talk of crisis
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has announced the Spanish Liga football club’s planned 2016 elections will be brought forward to this summer to reduce the “tension” surrounding the Catalan giant.
Barcelona considers options as CAS verdict enforces transfer ban
Emerging rugby nations join EPCR’s expanded Challenge Cup qualifying competition
The European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) tournament operator has announced that rugby union clubs from Russia, Spain, Portugal and the Italian top division will feature in an expanded qualifying competition for the 2015-16 edition of the European Rugby Challenge Cup.
Nadal suits up with Tommy Hilfiger
Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal has agreed a partnership with US fashion brand the Tommy Hilfiger Group.
Spain wins race for 2018 Fiba Women’s World Cup
The International Basketball Federation (Fiba) has announced that Spain will host its inaugural Women’s World Cup in 2018.
Pressure from DC Comics forces Valencia to abandon new logo
Spanish Liga football club Valencia has been forced to drop a new version of its bat logo after US publishing group DC Comics said it was too similar to its Batman symbol.