As the world’s live betting favourite team sport, football’s popularity has spread far and wide. It is played in a variety of countries and competitions, most notably in England’s Premier League, Spain’s La Liga, Germany’s Bundesliga and Italy’s Serie A. But it is at the highest levels of club football that the sport really thrives. The best teams play in the Champions League, which has become a showcase for some of the greatest talent in world football.

The Road to Championships: League Cup Previews

The 2023-24 Premier League fixture list has been revealed, with Manchester City kicking off their defence at Burnley and new Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou starting with a trip to Wolves. But the schedule also looks kind for title chasers Liverpool with a home clash against Manchester United and a visit from Brighton among their 10 opening games.

Johnny Lujack, the Heisman Trophy winner who led Notre Dame to three national championships in the 1940s, has died at age 98. He was the oldest of four brothers and a former American football star with the Philadelphia Eagles.

A pair of new college football coaches have been hired: Louisville’s Jeff Brohm and Georgia Tech’s Brent Key. Both take over programs that are accustomed to playing in high-profile conferences.

A bill has been introduced in Congress to address some of the biggest issues in college sports. It would require athletes to disclose how much money they make from their names, images and likenesses, regulate agents and put more restrictions on transferring schools.

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