Kiran Thakare

Mumbai

Freelance Sports Journalist at Freelance

Alumnus @VNITN @ACJIndia. Journalist. Site expert at @BayernStrikes. Words for @SporticosCom. Wrote for @RedDevilArmada1, @Prostsoccer, and @ManUtdVAVEL

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DAZN secures extended LaLiga rights in Germany, Austria and Switzerland

3 days ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

DAZN, the renowned international sports streaming service, has successfully extended its rights to broadcast Spanish soccer's LaLiga in Germany and Austria for an additional five years. The over-the-top (OTT) platform has also added Switzerland to its portfolio under the new agreement. The early renewal comes as a strategic move by DAZN with its current deal set to expire at the end of the 2025-26 season.
Wayne Rooney claims he wrote off his Birmingham squad after just two games

5 days ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

Former Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, recently made headlines with his claim that he knew after just two games that his Birmingham squad wasn't up to the task. According to him, the team lacked the ability to play the style of football insisted upon by the club hierarchy. This revelation came during a discussion on The Overlap Fan Debate. Rooney expressed frustration over how his concerns were disregarded by the board.
Marseille eye Arsenal defender for summer transfer

5 days ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

Olympique de Marseille, the renowned Ligue 1 club, is reportedly considering a move for Arsenal’s defender Jakub Kiwior. The 25-year-old Polish international is among the long list of defenders that Marseille has been eyeing ahead of the summer transfer window. This news comes as no surprise as it isn't the first time Les Phocéens have shown interest in Kiwior. Kiwior joined Arsenal from Spezia Calcio in January 2023 and has since made 65 appearances across all competitions for the English club.
Roy Keane takes brutal swipe at Rangers situation through Manchester United

6 days ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

Former Manchester United midfielder, Roy Keane, recently made headlines with his unexpected and impassioned critique of the Rangers Football Club. His comments have sparked a wave of reactions from sports fans and betting enthusiasts alike. The Gers have been grappling with a challenging season at Ibrox, struggling to maintain a consistent performance level in the Scottish Premiership.
EverPass to broadcast 2025 FIFA Club World Cup across US commercial venues

6 days ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

EverPass Media, a platform dedicated to commercial businesses, has secured a distribution deal with sports streaming giant DAZN. This agreement will allow the broadcasting of all 63 games from the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup (CWC) across various commercial venues in the United States. The recent agreement positions EverPass as the exclusive rights-holder for CWC action across bars, restaurants, and other commercial venues.
EA Sports and MLS announce first-ever live broadcast arrangement

1 week ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

EA Sports, in collaboration with North America's Major League Soccer (MLS), has announced a groundbreaking initiative that will allow players of the EA Sports FC mobile soccer game to watch four matches of the 2025 MLS regular season. This marks the first time EA Sports has broadcast live sports matches globally. The viewing option will be available through the in-game FCM TV portal, via a live simulcast of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.
Chelsea to honour Liverpool with guard of honour ahead of showdown

1 week ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

In a display of sportsmanship and respect, Chelsea Football Club has confirmed that they will give the newly-crowned Premier League champions, Liverpool, a guard of honour at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon. This decision comes ahead of their much-anticipated showdown. The Reds clinched the Premier League title with four games to spare last weekend after thrashing Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 at Anfield.
Sky Sports commissions third season of 'scenes'

1 week ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

Sky Sports has recently announced the commissioning of a third season for its popular digital docuseries, 'Scenes'. The series, produced by After Party Studios, offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at match day experiences. It provides football fans with an intimate view of Premier League clubs, players, and managers. The new episodes are set to air on Sky Sports’ Premier League YouTube channel and social media platforms. Fans can expect the premiere this coming August.
LaLiga provisionally awards Mediapro fta rights package

2 weeks ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

Published: 10:30, 1 May 2025 Updated: 01:50, 2 May 2025Mediapro has provisionally won rights to air a Segunda Division match and 12-minute match highlights per matchdaySpanish soccer's LaLiga has provisionally awarded a package of domestic rights to Mediapro for the next two seasons. This comes after the media rights and production agency retracted its contestation of LaLiga's decision to award its next production services contract to another company.
Vidio secures Premier League broadcasting rights in Indonesia until 2028

2 weeks ago | sporticos.com | Kiran Thakare

Vidio, a leading streaming service in Indonesia, has successfully extended its Premier League broadcasting rights until 2028. This renewal marks Vidio as the first Indonesian company to secure a second term for these rights after initially acquiring them in 2022. As part of the Emtek Group, Vidio's commitment to delivering top-tier sports content is evident through this move, allowing Indonesian fans continued access to exclusive Premier League coverage.