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iGaming

Finland Reviews 50 Gambling Licence Applications Ahead of 2027 Market Opening

Finland’s regulator is reviewing about 50 gambling licence applications as the country prepares to end Veikkaus’ online monopoly in 2027. Veikkaus has introduced new age-based loss checkpoints ahead of market liberalisation.

Jeremie Frimpong playing for Liverpool in the Premier League
Soccer

Chelsea tipped to sign Liverpool’s Jeremie Frimpong for Xabi Alonso

Chelsea have been urged to reunite new head coach Xabi Alonso with Liverpool defender Jeremie Frimpong following the player's difficult debut season at Anfield.

Scotland national team manager Steve Clarke looking thoughtful during a football match
Soccer

Scotland boss Steve Clarke targets historic World Cup progression

Scotland head coach Steve Clarke says his squad is ready to use past disappointments to fuel a historic World Cup campaign. The Scots face Haiti on Sunday to end a 28-year absence from the global stage.

Didier Deschamps managing the France national football team from the touchline
Soccer

Didier Deschamps to end 14-year France reign after 2026 World Cup

Didier Deschamps will step down as France manager following the 2026 World Cup. The legendary coach aims to end his 14-year reign with a historic victory in North America.

Nathaniel Brown playing in defence for Eintracht Frankfurt
Soccer

Bayern Munich close in on Arsenal transfer target Nathaniel Brown

Bayern Munich are in advanced talks to sign Eintracht Frankfurt's Nathaniel Brown, dealing a blow to Arsenal's defensive recruitment plans.

British boxer Jack Catterall standing confidently in the ring after a victory
Other

Jack Catterall targets welterweight unification amid Romero delay

Newly crowned WBA regular welterweight champion Jack Catterall has set his sights on division unification. The British fighter is targeting big names amid delays over a mandatory bout with Rolando Romero.

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Crypto

Bitcoin Falls to $58,000 as Bitwise Flags Risk-Off Shift

Bitcoin fell to $58,000 as Bitwise described the asset as an early signal of broader risk-off pressure. Stablecoin reserves remain elevated at about $72 billion.

Lewis Hamilton driving his Ferrari car during the 2026 Formula 1 season
Motorsport

Lewis Hamilton declares first Ferrari victory ‘couldn’t be closer’

Lewis Hamilton believes his first grand prix victory for Ferrari is imminent after a strong run of form moved him up to second in the championship.