Fifa confirms Saudi Arabia as host of 2034 World Cup

FIFA adds Ellis to strategy role with Wenger

FIFA on Tuesday named former United States women's team coach Jill Ellis to the strategy role of chief football officer alongside former Arsenal coach Arsène Wenger.

ESPN - Dec. 3

IOC official open to back-to-back World Cup in Saudi Arabia and Salt Lake Olympics in early 2034

A senior IOC official says scheduling the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia back-to-back with the 2034 Salt Lake City Winter Games would pose “no risk” to the Olympics

ABC News - Dec. 3

2024 Hero World Challenge predictions, picks, odds, field rankings, best bets for Tiger Woods-hosted event

A small group of players head to the Bahamas to partake in Woods' annual tournament

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

The Cost of Gold Rattles the Jewelry World

Bold gold pieces are trendy, but makers worry that the steep price increases for the precious metal will soon deter demand.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

UK's Starmer hosts Greek leader but says Parthenon Marbles are not on the agenda

Greece’s prime minister is in London on for his first top-level U.K. meeting since a spat last year over the contested Parthenon Marbles

ABC News - Dec. 3

Former USWNT coach Jill Ellis leaving San Diego Wave role to become FIFA’s chief football officer

Former United States head coach Jill Ellis is leaving her role as San Diego Wave FC president to become chief football officer at FIFA. Ellis, 58, has been Wave’s president since the club joined ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Can Kash Patel win Senate confirmation to lead the FBI?

Plus, the hedge funds that made major profits on the back of ‘Trump trades’

Financial Times - Dec. 3

FIFA Club World Cup: Format, draw, teams, schedule and why Messi is playing

We're going to take you on a guided tour of the new FIFA Club World Cup, detailing who has qualified and when the competition is being played.

ESPN - Dec. 3

Trump’s controversial cabinet picks prep for confirmation hearings

President-elect Trump’s controversial cabinet nominees are making the rounds on Capitol Hill to meet with lawmakers as their confirmations near. Meanwhile, Trump has announced that his first trip ...

NBC News - Dec. 3

David Squires on … the Fifa Man’s plan to make Saudi dreams come true

Our cartoonist looks at the hard work that has gone on at the football factory to pave the way for Saudi World Cup. Buy a copy of a cartoon from our Print Shop David’s new book, Chaos in ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Can the world’s trade police survive Trump II?

Relevance of World Trade Organization under scrutiny amid US president-elect’s protectionist stance. The sting of teargas was a price worth paying, said Michael Dolan, as he looks back on the ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

World champion Dubois to face Parker in Saudi

Daniel Dubois will defend his world heavyweight title against Joseph Parker in February on a card featuring the Artur Beterbiev v Dmitry Bivol rematch.

BBC News - Dec. 3

Saudi Arabia's network of spending and influence detailed before getting 2034 World Cup from FIFA

Saudi Arabia’s growing influence and massive spending in global sports have been detailed in research ahead of the kingdom being confirmed by FIFA next week as the 2034 World Cup host

ABC News - Dec. 2

Dundee derby & Celtic v Kilmarnock in Scottish Cup

Celtic host Kilmarnock, Rangers meet Fraserburgh and there will be a Dundee derby at Dens Park after the draw for the fourth round of the Scottish Cup.

BBC News - Dec. 2

Starbucks plastic cup investigation shows recycling reality

CBS News tracked plastic cups meant to be recycled by Starbucks and found that most of those did not end up at recycling facilities. CBS News' David Schechter breaks down the investigation's findings.

CBS News - Dec. 2

FA Cup draw results: Arsenal to host Manchester United in third round, Liverpool, Chelsea face EFL sides

The third round will take place during the weekend of Jan. 11 and 12

CBS Sports - Dec. 2

Arsenal host holders Man Utd in FA Cup third round

Holders Manchester United are drawn away to record 14-time winners Arsenal in the third round of the FA Cup.

BBC News - Dec. 2

Saudi Arabia makes more than 900 sponsor deals in 2034 World Cup plan

Kingdom set to be awarded tournament in December Agreements also made with many football federations Saudi Arabia has struck more than 900 sponsorship deals across the sporting landscape and ...

The Guardian - Dec. 2

Romania’s vote recount confirms pro-Russian presidential bid

Constitutional Court certifies first-round results, run-off to go ahead as planned on December 8

Financial Times - Dec. 2

BBC under scrutiny as 'MasterChef' host Gregg Wallace apologizes over misconduct allegations

The British government’s culture secretary has held talks with the BBC as the broadcaster comes under growing scrutiny after one of its TV hosts drew an angry backlash for dismissing sexual ...