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fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

Football refs need cardiac training, says coroner

Assistant coroner Valerie Charbit insisted that training to recognize sudden cardiac arrest should be compulsory for all members, including grassroots coaches and referees, stating, 'The responsibility for first aid lies with all ages within society.'
Public health
#premier-league
fromwww.bbc.com
6 hours ago
Manchester United

Should hair pulling in football be violent conduct?

Hair pulling in football consistently results in red cards and three-match bans, raising concerns about the severity of such punishments.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago
English Premier League

How 11 Premier League teams could qualify for Europe

The Premier League could have 11 teams in Europe due to new European Performance Spots and potential outcomes of domestic competitions.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
6 hours ago

Should hair pulling in football be violent conduct?

Hair pulling in football consistently results in red cards and three-match bans, raising concerns about the severity of such punishments.
Barcelona
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

Spain's Guardemo still critical in ICU 2 weeks after cycling crash with car

Jaume Guardeno remains in critical condition after a serious training accident involving a car collision.
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day ago

Poll: Which Team Has Been Most Impacted By Injuries This Year?

Teams that look strong on paper can often perform much less impressively if even one or two key players are removed from the mix, and even the very best teams can look vulnerable with a long enough string of tough-luck injuries.
Chicago Cubs
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 day ago

Newcastle United star 'in talks' with Champions League favourites as clubs yet to agree transfer fee

Newcastle United faces potential player departures, including Anthony Gordon, amid financial pressures and inconsistent performance this season.
#bayern-munich
fromBavarian Football Works
3 days ago
Bayern Munich

Lennart Karl's agent downplays injury concern for Bayern Munich

Lennart Karl will be out for approximately three weeks due to a muscle strain.
fromBayern Strikes
2 weeks ago
Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich star suffers injury during international break

Jonas Urbig has left Germany's training camp due to a minor knee injury but will continue recovery at Bayern Munich.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Gambling is easy, right? Wrong: it turns out betting on sport is designed to disturb you | Barney Ronay

Nearly everyone is losing money, a club executive is quoted as saying, presumably while dressed in a suit made entirely from gold leaf, bitcoin shavings and vintage parmesan cheese.
Poker
#nfl
Media industry
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

What the DOJ's NFL investigation could mean for networks, fans

The federal government is investigating the NFL's broadcast rights sales amid concerns over rising costs for consumers.
Media industry
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Sources: DOJ opens antitrust investigation of NFL over TV deals

The Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices related to its television contracts and subscription requirements.
Media industry
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

What the DOJ's NFL investigation could mean for networks, fans

The federal government is investigating the NFL's broadcast rights sales amid concerns over rising costs for consumers.
Media industry
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Sources: DOJ opens antitrust investigation of NFL over TV deals

The Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices related to its television contracts and subscription requirements.
Arsenal
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Daly and Onyeama-Christie out for rest of season

Elliot Daly and Andy Onyeama-Christie will miss the rest of the season due to arm fractures, while Juan Martin Gonzalez is out after foot surgery.
Exercise
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Incontinence problems leave me 'leaking while competing'

Incontinence after childbirth can lead to significant physical and mental challenges, affecting women's fitness and social activities.
Marketing
fromDigiday
5 days ago

Ford, Nissan and State Farm are embedding their brands in sports as they chase fandoms

Advertisers are creating their own branded sports content instead of sponsoring leagues, exemplified by Ford's Bronco Off Course show.
#fc-barcelona
fromBarca Universal
1 week ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona taking no risks with injured superstar despite his willingess to accelerate return | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
1 week ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona taking no risks with injured superstar despite his willingess to accelerate return | Barca Universal

Medicine
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Tiger Woods is back in the rough. How a dependence on painkillers took down a golf great

Tiger Woods' ongoing struggles with addiction and personal issues continue to overshadow his legacy as a golfer.
#sports-betting
Law
fromABA Journal
1 week ago

Legal services provider 8am and NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers announce partnership

8am partners with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, gaining naming rights for a premium lounge at Raymond James Stadium.
#ufc
MMA
fromSherdog
1 week ago

Ex-UFC champ shatters nose in training, elects against corrective surgery

Merab Dvalishvili's nose has been severely injured again during sparring, requiring medical attention and potential surgery.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 week ago

Ex-UFC champ shatters nose in training, elects against corrective surgery

Merab Dvalishvili's nose has been severely injured again during sparring, requiring medical attention and potential surgery.
Poker
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Sports bets on prediction markets ruled to be "swaps," exempt from state laws

The CFTC has not prohibited sports-related event contracts despite having the authority to review them under the Dodd-Frank Act.
fromBleacher Nation
3 days ago

Should I Consider Team Travel Fatigue When Sports Betting? - Bleacher Nation

Travel fatigue refers to the cumulative physical and mental drain that comes from crossing time zones, sleeping in unfamiliar environments, and competing on compressed schedules. It is not just about being tired from a long flight.
Chicago Cubs
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Landmark changes to insurance cover for female athletes to be implemented

Female athletes will receive improved insurance coverage for pregnancy, contraception, menopause, and health conditions as per the Carney review recommendations.
AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
2 weeks ago

Rabiot to miss France friendly as 'precaution' due to knee issue - the worrying precedent

Rabiot will miss the friendly match against Colombia due to a knee injury sustained in training.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Player strain, brain health and cyber threats high on FA priorities

The ongoing discussions regarding future structural changes to the game, such as the introduction of new tournaments (eg. Fifa Club World Cup), further intensify this challenge. These changes have the potential to significantly reduce the downtime available to elite players, affecting their recovery and overall well-being.
Soccer (FIFA)
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

Travel Insurance 101: When It's Worth Buying and How to Find the Best Policies

Travel insurance, especially CFAR, is increasingly important due to global uncertainties affecting travel plans.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Kicked to the kerb' - is boxing failing its heroes?

Terry Spinks' fame masked a tragic decline into alcoholism and brain injury, highlighting the lack of care for retired boxers.
Skiing
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

'Sled head': Lawsuits against USA Bobsled/Skeleton allege permanent brain damage from the sports

Former U.S. bobsledders allege USA Bobsled/Skeleton concealed risks of brain injuries from the sport.
FC Barcelona
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 week ago

Barcelona president calls on FIFA to change 'outrageous' scheduling after Raphinha injury blow

Joan Laporta criticizes FIFA for tight international schedules after Raphinha's injury during a Brazil match.
#sports-marketing
Marketing
fromAdExchanger
2 weeks ago

The Sports World Is Getting The Retail Media Bug | AdExchanger

The sports industry is embracing data-driven digital marketing through initiatives like the Fieldhouse Media Network by Pacers Sports & Entertainment.
Higher education
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Arbitration case could bring change to NCAA's 'messy middle'

Top college football programs are exceeding spending caps, challenging the stability of the House settlement designed to ensure competitive balance.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
3 weeks ago

'He felt something' - Slot confirms injury to Liverpool star in win against Galatasaray

Liverpool defeated Galatasaray 4-0 at home to advance to the Champions League quarter-finals with a 4-1 aggregate victory, though Mohamed Salah suffered a late injury concern.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Managing in an international break - and what to do when your star player does not come home

International breaks can be both an opportunity and a challenge for managers, impacting player performance and recovery.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Recent UFC signee suspended 9 months for positive steroid test

Levi Rodrigues' Contender Series victory is overturned due to a positive drug test for nandrolone, resulting in a nine-month suspension and a fine.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
2 weeks ago

How much will FIFA compensate Barcelona for Raphinha's injury-enforced absence? | Barca Universal

Barcelona will receive limited financial compensation for Raphinha's injury, which is insufficient given his importance to the team's performance.
Healthcare
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Why Liability Insurance No Longer Works the Way You Think - and What CEOs Must Do About It

Liability insurance has shifted to a shareholder-driven system, requiring leaders to manage claims proactively to avoid costly surprises.
Poker
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

NFL, sportsbooks among defendants in gambling addiction lawsuit

Sportsbooks FanDuel and DraftKings are accused of promoting addictive gambling practices leading to severe financial losses for two plaintiffs.
Intellectual property law
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

CFTC advisory sports prediction markets a 'pragmatic shift' - expert

The CFTC's new advisory signals pragmatic openness to regulating sports prediction markets rather than prohibiting them, contingent on court determinations of legality.
English Premier League
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Spin | It was a crazy time': why big auction paychecks don't always equal superstardom

Graham Napier, a former Essex all-rounder turned fire safety officer, was signed by Mumbai Indians after his record-breaking T20 innings in 2008, but played only one match due to Essex restricting his availability.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

What is the earliest an uninjured goalkeeper has been substituted?

Goalkeepers are rarely substituted early in matches unless injured, making Antonin Kinsky's 17-minute removal at Atletico Madrid exceptionally unusual and historically significant.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Data usage, AI's role and player welfare - 'Football in 10 Years' discussion

AI will significantly influence football analysis and presentation by 2036, but technology should not detract from the enjoyment and emotional aspects of the game.
Brooklyn Nets
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: NBA Ref Injured in Hard Collision with Cameraman on the Court

NBA referee Sha'Rae Mitchell suffered a head injury after colliding with a camera operator during the Nets-Hawks game but returned to finish the game.
#world-baseball-classic
fromBarca Universal
2 weeks ago

FIFA will compensate Barcelona if superstar forward is out for more than 28 days | Barca Universal

Barcelona is understandably angry as Raphinha was risked for a useless friendly across the globe, with nothing official at stake. The consequences have been immediate and damaging.
FC Barcelona
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Bill introduced seeks to ban sports bets on prediction markets

The new legislation, dubbed 'The Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act,' is sponsored by Sens. John Curtis, R-Utah, and Adam Schiff, D-California. It would amend federal law so that 'sports and casino-style event contracts' may not be offered on platforms regulated by the commission.
Poker
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Teenage footballer dies during academy match

A 15-year-old Oxford United academy footballer died after collapsing during a match against Fulham on Saturday afternoon.
Fundraising
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

KKR's $1.4 billion sports bet started with a decade-old relationship

KKR acquired Arctos Partners for $1.4 billion, building on a decade-long relationship with founder Ian Charles that began through a 2016 secondaries collaboration.
Real Madrid
fromGoal
1 month ago

Trouble brewing at Real Madrid as Kylian Mbappe's entourage strongly DISAGREE with club's injury diagnosis & don't want him rushed back for Man City clash | Goal.com US

Real Madrid and Mbappe's entourage disagree on injury severity, with representatives claiming a significant knee injury requires full recovery time before the 2026 World Cup.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Contrasting news on Tierney & McGregor injuries - gossip

Extensive damage occurred at Ibrox during Rangers-Celtic Scottish Cup quarter-final, with Celtic winning on penalties and raising concerns about future away supporter restrictions.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 month ago

Rousey: UFC Can't "Make a Class-Action Lawsuit Every Couple Years the Cost of Doing Business"

Ronda Rousey criticized the UFC's legal troubles and ongoing class action lawsuits while promoting her Netflix fight against Gina Carano.
Barcelona
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

Football release clauses explained - what they mean, how they work and notable examples

Release clauses are pre-determined transfer fees in player contracts that obligate clubs to accept matching offers, allowing players to negotiate with interested teams.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSPORTbible
1 month ago

Former Premier League player reveals he's been diagnosed with devastating condition

Andy Morrison, former Manchester City captain and Premier League player, has been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, a viral condition affecting the facial nerve with a 70% recovery rate.
fromAol
2 months ago

7 Insurance Moves That Won't Leave You High and Dry, According to Brokers

Insurance is often one of those bills people think about only when premiums rise or a loss makes it necessary to review. Not updating a policy can cost you vastly more money than just paying a slightly higher premium, be that car insurance, home insurance or life insurance, to name a few. Rather than waiting to find out what coverage you have, brokers and other insurance experts offered some moves you should make as soon as possible.
Health
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I'm About to Be a Professional Athlete-With the Paycheck to Go With It. My Dad Claims I "Owe" Him.

Adult athletes do not owe parents repayment for normal child-rearing; establish firm financial boundaries and legal protections before receiving professional earnings.
#injury-report
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 month ago

Injury Notes: Simpson,

"Right now, we're going to slow play him, just get his legs underneath him," said manager on Friday. Cash went on to emphasize the value of Simpson's speed and the importance of getting him back to 100% rather than risk further injury. Indeed, Simpson is one of the fastest players in the game. His 29.6 MPH sprint speed ranked in the 97th percentile according to Statcast.
Miami Marlins
National Basketball Association
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 month ago

The NBA wants to embrace content creators without degrading its golden goose of live sports rights

The NBA is integrating content creators into events while maintaining major media partnerships to engage younger audiences without abandoning live-game revenue.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Quality sports coverage matters now more than ever

Human drama and technical risk in sport create compelling, emotionally resonant moments that often overshadow pure athletic performance and draw broad public attention.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Why does Scotland lead the way on football headers?

Scottish Premiership players perform significantly more headers per match than other European top leagues, with 42.5 aerial duels compared to 28.5 in France and 28.7 in England.
Public health
fromJezebel
2 months ago

The Stupidest Sport of All Time Has Been Found: Professional Concussion Receiving

Unregulated 'run it straight' collision contests pose near-certain risk of catastrophic brain injury and death while being irresponsibly promoted as legitimate athletic competition.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Unlicensed betting firms face sponsorship ban

Unlicensed gambling firms could be barred from sponsoring UK sports teams to protect consumers and reduce links to fraud and organised crime.
Law
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

When a Workplace Fall Pushes Business Owners to Take Their Future Planning More Seriously

Workplace accidents reveal operational vulnerabilities and prompt owners to strengthen safety, contingency planning, estate planning, and succession to ensure continuity and protect stakeholders.
Major League Baseball
fromBattery Power
1 month ago

Does having a sword make Chris Sale more likely or less likely to get injured?

Chris Sale received a custom-made sword as promotional gear, raising questions about sword specifications and whether such gifts might paradoxically protect injury-prone athletes.
Higher education
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

'Street agents' exploiting athletes in NIL deals, coaches warn

Unregulated "street agents" have proliferated in the NIL era, exploiting especially high school athletes by negotiating deals and charging fees without certification.
Law
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

17 more athletes join lawsuit vs. ex-NC State medical director

Seventeen additional former NC State male student-athletes joined a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse, harassment, and exploitation by former sports medicine director Robert Murphy.
National Football League
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

NFLPA lawyer reveals she was fired in wake of raising legal concerns

The NFLPA fired associate general counsel Heather McPhee on Dec. 30 after she sued the union and executives alleging a conspiracy to block her cooperation with a federal criminal inquiry.
Major League Baseball
fromDodger Blue
2 months ago

Shohei Ohtani Wasn't Insured To Pitch In 2026 World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani will serve only as designated hitter for Samurai Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic and will not pitch due to insurance constraints.
National Football League
fromThe Spun
1 month ago

NFL Player Jumped By 'Four Goons' Outside NYC Hotel

Cleveland Browns defensive back Ronnie Hickman was reportedly assaulted by four individuals outside a Lower East Side hotel and hospitalized in stable condition.
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Manager: Kayla Harrison Risked Paralysis if She Hadn't Undergone Surgery

Kayla's not been 100% for the last three years, Abdelaziz told Submission Radio. Since her PFL days, she always had tingling. She couldn't lift her arm... The UFC flew her to New York, and the doctors said she immediately needs surgery because if she doesn't get surgery, it could paralyze her. But immediately after the surgery, all the pain is gone.
MMA
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Fifa wants injured players to stay off for one minute

IFAB proposes injured players be required to remain off the field for one minute to reduce time-wasting and improve match flow.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

What happens during a football medical?

A medical is used to assess the overall health and fitness of a potential signing, as well as identifying any underlying medical issues they may have. There is no legal requirement for players to have a medical before a transfer, but they do help a club to decide whether to complete a signing. A medical test can take as long as six hours, and includes:
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Change the game: How sports can drive social impact

Major 2026 sporting events create opportunities to expand youth sports access through local, affordable, and sustained community-driven programs and corporate partnerships.
#cte
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Premier League leads call for temporary concussion subs

The Premier League and 28 global football bodies propose trialing temporary concussion substitutes to improve player welfare and immediate injury assessment.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Out of contract in the summer - so what next for these stars?

Top WSL players nearing contract ends face decisions to stay or move, with Khadija Shaw urged to pursue trophies elsewhere.
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