Football
Eibar play in the Segunda División and have been out of La Liga since 2021, yet they have opened a huge sports centre after investing €30 million
The project reflects the Basque club’s ambitions to grow and was made possible through a special La Liga programme.
Roma and Inter played a game with the intensity and quality of the Premier League
After yet another comeback, it is paradoxically the Nerazzurri who will feel they have more reason to rue the result. But Gasperini’s side also showed they can remain near the top of the table for some time to come.
FOOTBALL
One of Zinédine Zidane’s first moves as France’s new head coach was to put an end to the players’ public appearances outside Clairefontaine — or rather, to change them so that only the French Football Federation can make use of them
The decision by the former Real Madrid manager is intended to put the focus more firmly on football and reduce the glamour surrounding the national team’s camps.
Betis are the team to fall in love with, for the way they play and for the relationship they have with their supporters and players
Do football’s happy islands still exist today? Looking at Betis in Seville, it certainly seems so.
The 2028 Champions League final has been awarded to the Allianz Arena for the third time in 15 years (though UEFA, in reality, has few alternatives)
Munich was the only city to bid for it, which, all things considered, should come as no surprise.
The 2027 Spanish Super Cup will be held in Istanbul, with the participating clubs set to share €40 million
After years in Saudi Arabia, the Spanish Football Federation had to find a new venue for the tournament. And it certainly found one.
Raphinha’s numbers and Barcelona’s leave little doubt: right now, he is the best forward in the world
A Barcelona player has not made a start to the season like this since the Messi era.
TENNIS
Sun Xinran wins the US Open junior title, confirming her status as the new young star of Chinese tennis — and beyond
After losing two Grand Slam finals, she finally has a title that feels like vindication. But the more interesting, and more difficult, part starts now.
The US Open can destroy anyone’s dreams, but it is also a tournament where extraordinary, beautiful stories are born
An excerpt from Francesco Longo’s Tennis Paradise, written by Francesco Longo and published by 66thand2nd.
At the US Open, some players are complaining about too many influencers and content creators
Coco Gauff and Adrian Mannarino have complained about distractions and excessive noise during matches.
The United States are producing top-quality tennis players again, even if the Slam champion is still missing
After years of struggle, the turnaround is the result of a new tournament structure and the growth of the NCAA circuit, which has also opened up to foreign players.
Mark Philippoussis in Hong Kong: the serve, the slower game and Alex de Minaur’s next step
The former Australian champion took part in an event organised by Isola Capital, where he reflected on his tennis, past, present and future.
FORMULA UNO
Formula One will feature ten Sprint Races starting in 2027, including the Monaco Grand Prix
The Monte Carlo round, in particular, has raised some questions, although the financial incentives remain high.
Formula One drivers are not exactly enthusiastic about the new Madring circuit, given the very few overtaking opportunities
The Spanish Grand Prix organisers have already said they want to widen the track to improve the racing.
In Madrid, Kimi Antonelli won through his ability to read the race, more than sheer talent
The Italian driver, now on nine wins this season, is showing ever greater maturity and developing into a more complete driver, strengthening his claim to the title.
The walls and tight confines of Madring, the Spanish capital’s new circuit, have surprised Formula 1 drivers
The famous “Monumental” corner and the tight confines are proving far more challenging to negotiate than they appeared in the simulator.
ALL SPORTS
Brisbane 2032 Organisers Confirm Olympic Rowing Will Take Place on a River Home to Crocodiles
The controversial venue has been approved by the IOC, despite viable alternatives being available.
Identity, belonging and team spirit define Italian volleyball
A concept that closely reflects the partnership between Eni and FIPAV, brought into focus by the ongoing European Championship. A tournament the Azzurri want to win as they look to extend their run of success.
We have won so much, but losing still hurts just as much: interview with Daniele Lavia
The Italian national team outside hitter discusses his view of volleyball, the World Championship he missed through injury, which the Azzurri went on to win, the strength of a long-standing group, and a sport that continues to produce great players.
Italy under Fefè De Giorgi is one of the strongest men’s volleyball teams ever, yet its champions are still ordinary people
The Azzurri are among the favourites to win the European title, at the peak of a winning cycle built over the years on a strong group and a clear strategic vision.
LIFESTYLE
With Mbappé, On enters football in style
After making its mark in tennis with Flavio Cobolli and Ben Shelton, the Swiss brand signs Real Madrid’s French star. The beginning of a new era.
Milan to wear The Madhappy Foundation logo on their shirts in the Europa League
The initiative, carried out in collaboration with Fondazione Milan and UEFA Take Care, is intended to raise awareness of mental health difficulties.
Athletics Mind launches as a new digital platform for athletes’ mental wellbeing
The app, founded by Andrea Ranocchia, aims to become a point of reference and an ecosystem offering psychological and nutritional support to professional and amateur athletes.