A new era has dawned at Newcastle United following a £305 million Saudi Arabian backed takeover, finalised on 7th October. The takeover ended former owner, Mike Ashley, much maligned 14 year reign. The new owners’ assets are priced at over £250 billion, rendering them the richest football clubs owners in the world. Although the Magpies…
What do you opt for; footwear that grasp interest with loud portraits and colourful hues or the ones which can be understated and flexible?! It’s an impossible question for serious sneakerheads and why even trouble selecting? After all, there is nothing preventing you from having a collection full of flashy, attention grabbing kicks, alongside the…
Elite managers are handsomely remunerated for their services in contemporary football. The likes of Diego Simeone, Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp occupy the top spots of best paid managers lists, thanks to their experience and impressive track record. So how much are football managers paid? {getToc} $title={Table of Contents} 10. Julian Nagelsmann (Bayern Munich) –…
The business of football is a lucrative one, with billions in revenue generated every year. As a result all the stakeholders are well remunerated for their efforts with football players being the greatest beneficiaries. This list uncovers13 footballers with the highest weekly wage. All the figures are pre-tax and do not take into consideration income players…
More often than not, footballers expect the better years of their careers in their mid to late-20s. In some instances the tradition is altered, as a few gradually improve in their late 20s before finally peaking in their 30s. Here are five great players who made impact in their later years.
It’s no secret athletes in football are some of the best paid sports personalities on the planet. The likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Neymar made the Forbes’s list of highest paid athletes of 2023, where they raked millions from salary and endorsements. In return, footballers love splashing their cash on all the best…
In the world of football, the owners behind the scenes play a crucial role in shaping the success and trajectory of their respective clubs. Beyond the action on the pitch, a select group of individuals have amassed immense wealth and seized ownership of some of the most iconic football clubs globally. These visionary entrepreneurs and…
The essence of many sporting careers is lifting their sport’s most prestigious trophy for their country or club or individual. To many athletes, these trophies and what they stand for are priceless. So, what exactly are some of the world’s greatest sports trophies made of and what are they really worth? Here’s a look at…
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry is the highest paid player in NBA for 2021/2022 season earning $43 million. He is followed closely by Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul, James Harden and John Wall. Bellow is the full list of the 50 highest earning players. Top 50 Highest-paid basketball players 2022 Name Team Salary…
Roger Federer topped the annual Forbes list of world’s highest-paid athletes with $106.5 million in total earnings. The Swiss was ranked 5th in 2019 but managed to leapfrog football superstars Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar to occupy the top spot in 2020. The tennis legend raked $100 million from endorsements and sponsorship and $6.5…
Football’s goalkeepers’ salaries pale into insignificance compared to what outfield players make. Such, is attributed to their role being underrated with a team’s success being credited to attacking players. Despite that, some of world’s best goalkeepers are handsomely paid and the rest are not far behind. Majority of the highest paid goalkeepers ply their trade…
Unlike other sports such as Basketball and Volleyball, height is not a determining factor for one to succeed in football. The average height of a footballer is 5 feet 9 inches. Some of world’s best players like Diego Maradona, Pele, Lionel Messi, Mohamed Salah, Eden Hazard and N’golo Kante are all under 6 feet. There…