Lakers Front‑Office Freeze Amid Ownership Battle
Ownership disputes have frozen the Lakers' front‑office hiring, leaving the franchise in limbo as the NBA board weighs a $12.5 billion sale.
Aug 22, 2026
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FIFA chief Infantino’s Dominican Republic trip sparks governance clash
FIFA President Gianni Infantino attended a Caribbean Football Union gathering in Punta Cana despite a warning from regional chief Victor Montagliani, a move that intensified debates over the FIFA Forward Enterprise and upcoming global tournaments.
Aug 22, 2026
Timberwolves’ $4.5 Billion Sale Marks NBA’s Latest Ownership Shift
The $4.5 billion acquisition of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx brings together a new ownership group led by Marc Stad, with Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore taking on expanded roles, promising a long‑term push toward championship contention.
Aug 21, 2026
Lakers Expand Training Facility Amid Ownership Turbulence
The Los Angeles Lakers have added two state‑of‑the‑art basketball courts at their UCLA Health Training Center, unlocking space for advanced biomechanics labs. The move follows the relocation of their G League affiliate to Acrisure Arena and a recent restructuring of the team's ownership group.
Aug 20, 2026
Buss Family Battles Sale of Lakers Stake as NBA Board Weighs Deal
A contentious proposal to transfer a 17.8% minority share of the Los Angeles Lakers to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger has ignited a family feud, with the team’s governor warning that the deal would end her role and violate longstanding agreements.
Aug 18, 2026
Jeanie Buss fights siblings’ Lakers stake sale to Kushner and Iger
Jeanie Buss, the controlling owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, is suing to block a $12.5 billion transaction that would hand a 17.8 percent minority stake to investors Josh Kushner and former NBA chief executive Bob Iger, threatening her grip on the franchise's governance.
Aug 18, 2026
Buss Family Challenges Sale of Lakers Stake to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger
Jeanie Buss has filed a legal objection to a proposed $12.5 billion sale of the Los Angeles Lakers’ minority stake, contending that the deal violates trust obligations and would end her tenure as governor of the franchise.
Aug 18, 2026
The Buss Family’s Lakers Era Concludes as Stake Transfers to Kushner and Iger
The sale marks the end of a 47‑year family stewardship of the franchise and sets the stage for a new era under Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.
Aug 18, 2026
Jeff Bezos Eyes Liverpool FC with Minority Stake as K5 Sports Joins Fenway Sports Group
Jeff Bezos is set to acquire a minority stake in Liverpool Football Club through his investment vehicle K5 Sports, joining a consortium that includes Amit Bhatia and EE Capital while Fenway Sports Group retains majority control.
Aug 14, 2026
Buss Family Eyes French Basketball Powerhouse ASVEL in Multi‑Million Deal
The Buss family, having sold the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter and later seen the franchise change hands again, is now in advanced talks to buy ASVEL, a struggling French club valued at €120 million, with a potential price between €60 million and €80 million.
Aug 12, 2026
Figo’s Blistering Attack on Infantino’s FIFA Leadership
Luís Figo has publicly condemned Gianni Infantino, accusing the FIFA president of deceitful behavior, demanding his resignation, and exposing a failed plan to sell World Cup broadcasting rights.
Aug 5, 2026
U.S. Soccer Sidesteps FIFA Scandal While Locking in Pochettino’s Future
Amid rising scrutiny over Gianni Infantino’s controversial proposals, U.S. Soccer’s leadership offered limited commentary, even as it secured a renewed deal for Mauricio Pochettino and reaffirmed support for Concacaf’s pushback.
Aug 4, 2026
FIFA’s Proposed $4.2 Billion Deal with Kushner-Backed Investors Sparks UEFA Backlash
A controversial proposal to monetize FIFA's commercial rights has ignited a clash between world football's two biggest governing bodies, with UEFA warning of a boycott unless the deal is abandoned.
Jul 30, 2026
The Cooligans Podcast Exposes Soccer’s Commercial Overreach
The Cooligans podcast dissects the commercialization of soccer, the influence of private investors, and FIFA's controversial $40 million proposal that critics call an open bribe.
Jul 30, 2026
The Cooligans Podcast Examines Soccer’s Commercialization and FIFA’s Controversial Incentives
The Cooligans podcast explores how the Premier League's rise, private investor influence, and FIFA's $40 million voting bribe have altered soccer's cultural soul.
Jul 30, 2026
FIFA Investor Plan Sparks Revolt Among Global Soccer Officials
FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s bid to bring private investors into the World Cup has ignited opposition from soccer’s governing bodies, with UEFA convening an emergency meeting and Qatar’s Nasser Al‑Khelaifi denying any interest in the presidency.
Jul 30, 2026
FIFA’s bold spin‑off plan raises questions about sport’s future
FIFA president Gianni Infantino proposes selling up to 20% of a new commercial entity to fund member nations, sparking criticism over profit‑driven motives and the equal voting system that gives small countries the same power as traditional powers.
Jul 30, 2026
FIFA’s World Cup stake sale draws UEFA backlash
FIFA plans to monetize the World Cup by selling minority stakes to private investors, sparking a fierce response from UEFA and raising questions about governance and transparency.
Jul 29, 2026
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding Turns Into Celebrity Spectacle
The weekend nuptials of pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce blended high fashion, Hollywood humor and a surprise rainstorm, drawing a glittering guest list that included Hollywood A‑list and NFL peers.
Jul 4, 2026