SportsPro Blog
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New Zealand and Japan face sporting disruption after earthquakes
The International Rugby Board (IRB) has announced that Christchurch will not stage any games during this year's Rugby World Cup, following February's earthquake close to the city. The decision was taken after meetings with New Zealand's government. Read more...
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Japan sets out stall for WC 2022
Rio Sasaki, an eight-year old year girl, speaking in Japanese, charmed the audience of Fifa bigwigs in Zurich, as Japan's final presentation in its bid to host the 2022 World Cup began on Wednesday evening. It was the last presentation of the day and one that focused on youth and technology. Read more...
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Korea 2022 - Brevity, efficiency and unity
South Korea gave the second presentation of the day as the five teams bidding to win the 2022 World Cup put their cases to Fifa for the final time. Read more...
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The Commonwealth Games: pride before a fall?
With the Games two months closer, Delhi and Suresh Kalmadi are in danger of being swamped by new allegations of financial irregularity and corruption surrounding the organising committee's preparations Read more...
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Teenage Kicks: The inaugural Youth Olympic Games
The Singapore Youth Olympic Games begin this weekend. The competition's organisers believe that, over the past two years, they have ensured that it will be a new highlight for both the country and the Olympic movement. Read more...
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Everton cannot match Liverpool, but must challenge Spurs and Aston Villa
Executives at Chang beer, sponsors of Everton FC, this week declared themselves happy with the club's performance last season and keen to discuss a renewal. At the bargain price they are paying, it is easy to see why. Read more...



