The United Soccer League (USL) has announced the departure of Jake Edwards, concluding his10-year tenure, including eight as President, during which time the USL evolved into one of the most extensive sporting organisations in North America. Working closely with USL CEO Alec Papadakis and the rest of the executive …
Read More »NaijaSuper 8: What is it and what’s the fuss about?
By Ojeikere Aikhoje SportsBusiness Writer Social Media is already abuzz with Naija Super 8 tournament slated for June 2023. From Sokoto to Uyo and Lagos to Maiduguri, it’s all about NaijaSuper 8. In this report, sportbusinessbrand.com’s OJEIKERE AIKHOJE writes about the new tournament that has captivated the …
Read More »Dozy Mmbuosi raises the bar with N1billion prize money in biggest NPFL tournament
Ojeikere Aikhoje, SportsBusiness Writer. Domestic football sponsorship has reached an all-time high as the Dozy Mmbuosi Foundation in partnership with the Interim Management Company, organisers of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), has raised the bar with N1billion for the winner of the 2023 Dozy Mmbuosi Super Cup, …
Read More »Who will make NaijaSuper 8 Tournament?
The race to the inaugural Naija Super 8 tournament has since kicked off with 41 teams spread across the six geo-political zones in the country seeking for two slots for their zonal playoffs. However, it is a different race as fans have the power to make this …
Read More »Mahrez’s hat-trick takes Man City to FA Cup Final
Photo Credit: SkySports A hat-trick from Algerian star, Riyad Mahrez was all Manchester City needed to make it to the 2022/23 FA Cup final. This will be their 12th Cup final and first since 2019. The Algeria international netted a first-half penalty and scored twice in five second-half …
Read More »European Leagues sign joint declaration on European Football Pyramid
European Leagues have agreed a Joint Declaration on the European Football Pyramid Prague. According to a document made available to sportbusinessbrand.com, it is a firm belief of the European Leagues and its members, who wholeheartedly support the European Football Pyramid and call on all European stakeholders to affirm the …
Read More »41 clubs woo fans for votes to play maiden NaijaSuper 8 tournament
Forty-One clubs in the country are out for votes by their fans to make it to the inaugural edition of the NaijaSuper 9 Tournament. It is the first of its kind in Nigeria in with qualification for the playoffs to be decided via a voting process for nominated clubs. …
Read More »Morocco joins Spain-Portugal 2030 World Cup bid
Morocco has announced readiness to join Spain and Portugal’s joint bid to host the FIFA 2030 World Cup, Sports Minister, Chakib Benmoussa, announced at the CAF President Outstanding Achievement Awards Ceremony in Kigali, Rwanda. “With that in mind, I would like to announce, before this assembly, that the Kingdom …
Read More »Thirty-Five sponsors line up for exciting NBA All-Star weekend
Sportbusinessbrand.com can reveal that no fewer than 35 sponsors have lined up for an amazing All-Star weekend of the National Basketball Association (NBA), slated for Salt Lake City, Utah from February 17 through 19. Activities include activations, social media campaigns and on-site merchandising. American multinational telecommunications holding company, …
Read More »FCAAN, Baker University announce partnership
Africa’s largest football coaching organisation, Football Coaches Association of African Nations (FCAAN) and one of the leading Universities in the United States of America, Baker University, have agreed a partnership (L-R) Vice President of Advancement, Baker University, Mr. Nate Houser, Founder and President FCAAN, Dr. Terry Eguaoje …
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