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A digital sportsbook interface displaying soccer betting options overlaid on a stylized 2026 World Cup logo and soccer field background.
M&A & Corporate

SBC Digital Focuses on Sportsbook Readiness for 2026 World Cup

SBC Digital will host a World Cup 2026 focused event addressing rising acquisition costs, compliance demands, AI assisted bettors and in play volatility.

Alexis Mac Allister celebrates with teammates after scoring a late winner for Liverpool against Nottingham Forest
Soccer

Liverpool snatch late victory at Nottingham Forest through Alexis Mac Allister

Alexis Mac Allister scores a 97th-minute winner as Liverpool snatch a dramatic victory at Nottingham Forest. The result continues a record-breaking season of late goals for Arne Slot's side.

Tampa Bay Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov celebrating a goal on the ice
Hockey

NHL season resumes with Tampa Bay Lightning leading playoff charge

The NHL season restarts on Wednesday following the 2026 Winter Olympics, with the Tampa Bay Lightning looking to capitalise on a rested Russian contingent.

Senegalese footballer Youssou Diouf of AS Saloum
Soccer

Senegal footballer Youssou Diouf dies after collapsing on debut

AS Saloum midfielder Youssou Diouf, 25, has died after collapsing following the final whistle of his debut match in Senegal's Ligue 2.

Theo Walcott and Chris Sutton speaking on the Monday Night Club panel
Soccer

Walcott and Sutton debate Carabao Cup impact on Premier League title race

Mark Chapman, Theo Walcott and Chris Sutton discuss whether the Carabao Cup final will hinder or help Arsenal and Man City in the title race.

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi looking focused during a match
Soccer

PSG defender Achraf Hakimi ordered to stand trial over rape allegation

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has been ordered to stand trial in France charged with rape. The Morocco international maintains his innocence.

Security forces patrol outside the Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, a 2026 World Cup host venue.
Soccer

Fifa monitors World Cup city Guadalajara amid cartel violence

Fifa is in contact with Mexican authorities regarding security in Guadalajara after the death of cartel boss 'El Mencho' sparked violence across the World Cup host city.

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick gesturing from the touchline during a La Liga match
Soccer

Hansi Flick imposes £35,000 fine for Barcelona players arriving late

Hansi Flick introduces a €40,000 fine for matchday lateness at Barcelona following disciplinary issues involving Marcus Rashford earlier this season.