eSports
Astana to Host the 2027 Esports World Cup
Kazakhstan's capital Astana has been confirmed as the host city for the 2027 Esports World Cup, marking a major milestone for competitive gaming in Central Asia.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
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Football Correspondent
Alex covers football and the global game with fast, sharp analysis.
Football
UEFA Votes to Boycott World Cup Over FIFA Investor Plan
UEFA has voted to boycott the FIFA World Cup in a major dispute over FIFA's plan to bring in outside investors, escalating tensions at the top of world football.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
Football
European Nations Threaten FIFA Boycott Over Infantino's Plans
European football nations are reportedly preparing to boycott all FIFA competitions in protest at Gianni Infantino's investment plan and controversial World Cup proposals.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
eSports
Riot Games Veteran Steps In to Make Chess the Next Big Esport
A former Riot Games executive is bringing competitive gaming expertise to chess, aiming to transform the ancient board game into a mainstream esport.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
Football
CONCACAF Opposes FIFA Plan to Bring Private Capital Into World Cup
CONCACAF has added its voice to growing global resistance against a FIFA proposal that would open the World Cup to private investment, raising governance concerns.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
Football
UC Davis Football Opens Fall Camp With First Day of Practice
UC Davis football kicked off fall camp with its first day of practice, marking the official start of preparations for the upcoming season.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
Football
AFC Accuses FIFA of Undermining Football's Foundations Ahead of Uefa Talks
The Asian Football Confederation has launched a sharp public rebuke of FIFA, accusing the governing body of eroding the core principles that hold the sport together.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
eSports
Crazy Raccoon and Weibo Gaming Secure OWCS Midseason Championship Playoff Spots
Crazy Raccoon and Weibo Gaming have both clinched playoff berths at the Overwatch Champions Series Midseason Championship, advancing in the competitive field.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
Football
Three Michigan State Spartans Reportedly Out of Football Program
Three players are reportedly no longer part of the Michigan State football program, per Spartans Wire, adding to roster questions heading into the offseason.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
Football
Rickards Football Wins National Contest, Scores Brand-New Uniforms
Rickards High School's football program is getting a fresh look after winning a national contest that will outfit the team in brand-new uniforms.
By Alex Rivera2 min read
Football
FIFA vs UEFA World Cup Power Struggle Leaves Canada Watching
A deepening dispute between FIFA and UEFA over the World Cup's future has left host nation Canada and much of the football world as bystanders in a high-stakes governance battle.
By Alex Rivera3 min read
Football
Qatari Executive Eyed to Challenge Infantino for FIFA Top Job
European soccer officials are reportedly backing a Qatari sports executive as a potential candidate to unseat Gianni Infantino as FIFA president, according to Politico.
By Alex Rivera2 min read