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Logan Paul has confirmed that he plans to take legal action against Tom Brady after the former NFL quarterback struck him during a heated exchange at Fanatics Fest.
The incident came after Paul's team defeated Brady's side 34-26 in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic earlier this year, giving the WWE star plenty of ammunition to mock the seven-time Super Bowl champion.
Their rivalry had already been building before they faced each other on the field. Brady had questioned whether Paul could compete at a high level in football, while Paul insisted his athletic background gave him a chance.
Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for OBB Media – FANATICS STUDIOS
Speaking about the incident, Paul suggested Brady lost his temper after being repeatedly reminded about the flag football defeat.
#fanatics #flag #classic #super
The incident came after Paul's team defeated Brady's side 34-26 in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic earlier this year, giving the WWE star plenty of ammunition to mock the seven-time Super Bowl champion.
Their rivalry had already been building before they faced each other on the field. Brady had questioned whether Paul could compete at a high level in football, while Paul insisted his athletic background gave him a chance.
Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for OBB Media – FANATICS STUDIOS
Speaking about the incident, Paul suggested Brady lost his temper after being repeatedly reminded about the flag football defeat.
#fanatics #flag #classic #super
6 days ago
All our journeys begin with a plane. A flight that takes us far away, to the other side of the world, with one certainty accompanying every departure: wherever we land, we will find an Inter family waiting for us.
That is the strength of being an Inter fan. A bond that knows no boundaries and, if anything, seems to grow stronger the further we are from Milan and San Siro. From Hong Kong to Perth, the affection, passion and unwavering devotion to the Nerazzurri colours never once wavered. Chants, banners, marches: a home away from home.
Ten days on tour that brought together football and people. Three high-level international fixtures against Manchester City, AC Milan and Juventus provided the team with valuable competitive minutes and momentum, with goals, key insights and important playing time ahead of the new season. In Hong Kong came the opening fixture against Manchester City, in a spectacular global setting; in Perth, the historic derby against AC Milan, the first to be played on Australian soil; and finally, the clash with Juventus to bring the tour to a close.
In Hong Kong, Inter built a continuous presence day after day. The team's arrival with partner Qatar Airways, travelling around the city and taking part in various local activities. The visit to BYD's headquarters in Shenzhen, at the heart of one of the world's most advanced technology hubs. In the city, the Fanatics Store at Hysan Place became a meeting point for the Nerazzurri faithful, where Christian Vieri met supporters for photos, autographs and a constant stream of passionate fans.In the stands during Manchester City vs. Inter, the supporters' choreography filled the stadium with colour, transforming an international fixture into a powerful expression of identity. Then, in the evening, the skyline took centre stage: a drone show lit up the Hong Kong sky with Nerazzurri symbols, colours and references, taking the Club beyond the pitch and into the heart of the city.
In Perth, the story became even more tangible and community-focused. Brookfield Place was transformed into the heart of Nerazzurri life: a fan zone, a meeting place and a shared ******* e for anticipation. Supporters and Inter Club members travelling from Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Indonesia, along with youngsters from Inter Academy Sydney, gathered in the same places every day, creating a genuine sense of continuity between the team and the community.
#kong #nerazzurri #Milan #place
That is the strength of being an Inter fan. A bond that knows no boundaries and, if anything, seems to grow stronger the further we are from Milan and San Siro. From Hong Kong to Perth, the affection, passion and unwavering devotion to the Nerazzurri colours never once wavered. Chants, banners, marches: a home away from home.
Ten days on tour that brought together football and people. Three high-level international fixtures against Manchester City, AC Milan and Juventus provided the team with valuable competitive minutes and momentum, with goals, key insights and important playing time ahead of the new season. In Hong Kong came the opening fixture against Manchester City, in a spectacular global setting; in Perth, the historic derby against AC Milan, the first to be played on Australian soil; and finally, the clash with Juventus to bring the tour to a close.
In Hong Kong, Inter built a continuous presence day after day. The team's arrival with partner Qatar Airways, travelling around the city and taking part in various local activities. The visit to BYD's headquarters in Shenzhen, at the heart of one of the world's most advanced technology hubs. In the city, the Fanatics Store at Hysan Place became a meeting point for the Nerazzurri faithful, where Christian Vieri met supporters for photos, autographs and a constant stream of passionate fans.In the stands during Manchester City vs. Inter, the supporters' choreography filled the stadium with colour, transforming an international fixture into a powerful expression of identity. Then, in the evening, the skyline took centre stage: a drone show lit up the Hong Kong sky with Nerazzurri symbols, colours and references, taking the Club beyond the pitch and into the heart of the city.
In Perth, the story became even more tangible and community-focused. Brookfield Place was transformed into the heart of Nerazzurri life: a fan zone, a meeting place and a shared ******* e for anticipation. Supporters and Inter Club members travelling from Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Indonesia, along with youngsters from Inter Academy Sydney, gathered in the same places every day, creating a genuine sense of continuity between the team and the community.
#kong #nerazzurri #Milan #place
10 days ago
Justin Bieber may have spent the past year making headlines for his music, but over the weekend, the SWAG singer proved he can hold his own in the sports realm too.
The pop star emerged victorious at the Fanatics Games during Fanatics Fest in New York, beating a roster of elite athletes, including retired NFL star Tom Brady, tennis champ Novak Djokovic and NBA stars Victor Wembanyama and Karl-Anthony Towns, before donating his $1 million prize.
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#including #games #fest
The pop star emerged victorious at the Fanatics Games during Fanatics Fest in New York, beating a roster of elite athletes, including retired NFL star Tom Brady, tennis champ Novak Djokovic and NBA stars Victor Wembanyama and Karl-Anthony Towns, before donating his $1 million prize.
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#including #games #fest
15 days ago
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Achieved record second-quarter revenues of $845.5 million, driven by broad-based growth across every **** et class and the continued benefit of the higher interest rate environment.
FMX market share reached new all-time highs, with FMXUST capturing 42% of the market and futures volumes increasing more than 16-fold year-over-year.
Formed a strategic partnership with Fanatics to build a prediction market ecosystem, combining BGC's institutional network with Fanatics' database of over 100 million retail customers.
Launched BGC compute infrastructure markets to standardize the secondary market for compute and memory capacity, targeting an estimated $1 trillion in global CapEx.
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Achieved record second-quarter revenues of $845.5 million, driven by broad-based growth across every **** et class and the continued benefit of the higher interest rate environment.
FMX market share reached new all-time highs, with FMXUST capturing 42% of the market and futures volumes increasing more than 16-fold year-over-year.
Formed a strategic partnership with Fanatics to build a prediction market ecosystem, combining BGC's institutional network with Fanatics' database of over 100 million retail customers.
Launched BGC compute infrastructure markets to standardize the secondary market for compute and memory capacity, targeting an estimated $1 trillion in global CapEx.
#million #compute #formed
15 days ago
Picture this: It's December 2033. Puerto Rico's "Huracan Azul," ("Blue Hurricane"), the national soccer team in a country better known for baseball, basketball, and boxing, face off against Scotland in the Deutsche Bank Men's World Cup, brought to you by Fanatics—your home for World Cup swag. Until this winter, Puerto Rico had never qualified for a major tournament; Scotland, meanwhile, had never qualified for the knockout round in a World Cup. As the teams kick off play at Saudi Arabia's NEOM, you idly watch, wondering if an upset will take place.
It won't; Scotland quickly score once, twice, three times. The score is 4–0 by the time the referee whistles for the Michelob ULTRA Hydration Break to take place. It's 5–0 at halftime; Puerto Rico scores a consolation goal before the second hydration break, but the Scots hang three more in the final minutes as the game finishes 8–1. As the game ends, bored spectators streaming out, the camera briefly flashes on the luxury boxes. A grinning Gianni Infantino, the FIFA commissioner, mugs obscenely with the Saudi king and other potentates. History, of a kind, has happened.
If you see nothing wrong with this, you're probably either one of Infantino's staffers or a blood relation. Certainly, Infantino thinks such a display would be amazing. According to The Times of London, the FIFA chief is working closely with Thrive Capital's Joshua Kushner (brother of Jared Kushner!) and JP Morgan on a proposition that would all but radically transform the men's and women's World Cups as we know them, and not coincidentally shovel millions into his acquisitive little mittens. The proposal—now roundly condemned by virtually everyone who's heard about it, including Britain's new prime minister—involves creating a private company that would control the World Cups. Each of FIFA's 211 national member ****** ociations would have a financial stake, estimated at around $20 million each. The Times estimates that the company would be valued at around $20 billion.
The report makes for wild reading. Now, stop for a moment. Think of how quickly and quietly this whole thing went from "consultations" to a set of signed, nonbinding agreements. This isn't an idle contrivance, set for a slow burn; banks like JP Morgan and people like Kushner don't engage in that kind of deal. This is a fast-moving plan of action, set in motion before anyone outside of FIFA's holiest of holies in Zurich even knew what was going down.
Suffice it to say: It's a spectacularly bad idea. The pressure to expand the World Cups, to play them every other year, or even annually, would be immense. The arm twisting to turn them into something that would make college bowl season look staid and decorous would be even greater.
#World #cups #times
It won't; Scotland quickly score once, twice, three times. The score is 4–0 by the time the referee whistles for the Michelob ULTRA Hydration Break to take place. It's 5–0 at halftime; Puerto Rico scores a consolation goal before the second hydration break, but the Scots hang three more in the final minutes as the game finishes 8–1. As the game ends, bored spectators streaming out, the camera briefly flashes on the luxury boxes. A grinning Gianni Infantino, the FIFA commissioner, mugs obscenely with the Saudi king and other potentates. History, of a kind, has happened.
If you see nothing wrong with this, you're probably either one of Infantino's staffers or a blood relation. Certainly, Infantino thinks such a display would be amazing. According to The Times of London, the FIFA chief is working closely with Thrive Capital's Joshua Kushner (brother of Jared Kushner!) and JP Morgan on a proposition that would all but radically transform the men's and women's World Cups as we know them, and not coincidentally shovel millions into his acquisitive little mittens. The proposal—now roundly condemned by virtually everyone who's heard about it, including Britain's new prime minister—involves creating a private company that would control the World Cups. Each of FIFA's 211 national member ****** ociations would have a financial stake, estimated at around $20 million each. The Times estimates that the company would be valued at around $20 billion.
The report makes for wild reading. Now, stop for a moment. Think of how quickly and quietly this whole thing went from "consultations" to a set of signed, nonbinding agreements. This isn't an idle contrivance, set for a slow burn; banks like JP Morgan and people like Kushner don't engage in that kind of deal. This is a fast-moving plan of action, set in motion before anyone outside of FIFA's holiest of holies in Zurich even knew what was going down.
Suffice it to say: It's a spectacularly bad idea. The pressure to expand the World Cups, to play them every other year, or even annually, would be immense. The arm twisting to turn them into something that would make college bowl season look staid and decorous would be even greater.
#World #cups #times
16 days ago
LeBron James hasn't played a minute for the Philadelphia 76ers, and yet, he has already broken a record as a member of the team.
On Wednesday, Fanatics announced that the former Los Angeles Lakers superstar set a new benchmark for jersey sales by an athlete changing teams within 48 hours, surpassing Shohei Ohtani's previous record.
The NBA world promptly reacted to yet another historic achievement from the four-time MVP.
On Monday, the 76ers officially announced James' signing on social media, unveiling the 22-time-All-Star's new blue jersey with his iconic No. 23. A crown, a nod to James' nickname "The King," and a hat featuring the franchise logo capped off the simple yet impactful introduction.
It didn't take long for James to make history in Philadelphia. Two days after the announcement, he surpassed the 48-hour jersey sales record Ohtani set following his high-profile move from the Los Angeles Angels to the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2023, prompting widespread reactions from around the NBA.
#jersey #announced
On Wednesday, Fanatics announced that the former Los Angeles Lakers superstar set a new benchmark for jersey sales by an athlete changing teams within 48 hours, surpassing Shohei Ohtani's previous record.
The NBA world promptly reacted to yet another historic achievement from the four-time MVP.
On Monday, the 76ers officially announced James' signing on social media, unveiling the 22-time-All-Star's new blue jersey with his iconic No. 23. A crown, a nod to James' nickname "The King," and a hat featuring the franchise logo capped off the simple yet impactful introduction.
It didn't take long for James to make history in Philadelphia. Two days after the announcement, he surpassed the 48-hour jersey sales record Ohtani set following his high-profile move from the Los Angeles Angels to the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2023, prompting widespread reactions from around the NBA.
#jersey #announced
22 days ago
Q. You played well with LaMelo Ball. You guys were kind of like branded as the you know the future of the Hornets. Was that a shock to you? Kon Knueppel: Yeah, definitely a shock. Melo’s a great dude. (…) He was great to be around every day. So that's already missed, you know, just the joy and energy that he brought to the locker room.
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Q. You played well with LaMelo Ball. You guys were kind of like branded as the you know the future of the Hornets. Was that a shock to you? Kon Knueppel: Yeah, definitely a shock. Melo’s a great dude. (…) He was great to be around every day. So that's already missed, you know, just the joy and energy that he brought to the locker room. — 7/24/2026 YouTube
But in Lee’s first interview since the official completion of all of the Hornets’ offseason moves, he laughed off the suggestion he wasn’t aware of the wheeling and dealing of Jeff Peterson, Charlotte’s president of basketball operations. “Yeah, I would say I was not caught off guard by it,” Lee told The Charlotte Observer. “I think one of the great things about our organization is that there’s always really good communication amongst all departments and groups. And I think that’s what Jeff does so well, is that he wants to communicate and collaborate with people. “And ultimately, he has to make some tough decisions to help our basketball team and our organization be in the best place to flourish and try to be the premier sports franchise.” — 7/23/2026 Charlotte Observer
NBA Courtside: Anthony Edwards on playing with LaMelo Ball: “It’s definitely going to be ups and downs. First year together maybe a lot of downs. We’ll celebrate both of them. Celebrate the ups, celebrate the downs.” (Via Fanatics) — 7/20/2026 x.com
#know #celebrate
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Q. You played well with LaMelo Ball. You guys were kind of like branded as the you know the future of the Hornets. Was that a shock to you? Kon Knueppel: Yeah, definitely a shock. Melo’s a great dude. (…) He was great to be around every day. So that's already missed, you know, just the joy and energy that he brought to the locker room. — 7/24/2026 YouTube
But in Lee’s first interview since the official completion of all of the Hornets’ offseason moves, he laughed off the suggestion he wasn’t aware of the wheeling and dealing of Jeff Peterson, Charlotte’s president of basketball operations. “Yeah, I would say I was not caught off guard by it,” Lee told The Charlotte Observer. “I think one of the great things about our organization is that there’s always really good communication amongst all departments and groups. And I think that’s what Jeff does so well, is that he wants to communicate and collaborate with people. “And ultimately, he has to make some tough decisions to help our basketball team and our organization be in the best place to flourish and try to be the premier sports franchise.” — 7/23/2026 Charlotte Observer
NBA Courtside: Anthony Edwards on playing with LaMelo Ball: “It’s definitely going to be ups and downs. First year together maybe a lot of downs. We’ll celebrate both of them. Celebrate the ups, celebrate the downs.” (Via Fanatics) — 7/20/2026 x.com
#know #celebrate
23 days ago
Anthony Edwards is officially a married man, as the NBA star has tied the knot with long-time girlfriend Shannon Jackson on July 16, according to Minnesota marriage records.
The Minnesota Timberwolves guard, who went to the Fanatics Fest in New York City last week, was seen by eagle-eyed fans wearing a black band on his ring finger, drawing speculation about his marital status.
Edwards and Jackson had been together since 2020, and they share a two-year-old daughter, Aislynn. Edwards' wedding comes shortly after the Timberwolves star was embroiled in a highly publicized child-support saga with Ayesha Howard, whom he shares a daughter with.
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Edwards previously made headlines for allegedly fathering two other children besides his kids with Jackson and Howard. He reportedly has a daughter named Aris with a woman named Daja (born in September 2023) and a son named Amir with a woman named Ally D (born in October 2023).
#anthony #minnesota
The Minnesota Timberwolves guard, who went to the Fanatics Fest in New York City last week, was seen by eagle-eyed fans wearing a black band on his ring finger, drawing speculation about his marital status.
Edwards and Jackson had been together since 2020, and they share a two-year-old daughter, Aislynn. Edwards' wedding comes shortly after the Timberwolves star was embroiled in a highly publicized child-support saga with Ayesha Howard, whom he shares a daughter with.
MORE: Kendrick Perkins' bold Anthony Edwards statement causes a stir
Edwards previously made headlines for allegedly fathering two other children besides his kids with Jackson and Howard. He reportedly has a daughter named Aris with a woman named Daja (born in September 2023) and a son named Amir with a woman named Ally D (born in October 2023).
#anthony #minnesota
23 days ago
LeBron James could be "slow-playing his decision" to announce his new team, according to NBA ****** yst Kevin O'Connor on Wednesday. O'Connor wrote that the former Los Angeles Lakers superstar could be waiting to see if the teams interested in signing him could get Kyrie Irving or Anthony Davis.
On Thursday, NBA insider Shams Charania gave his latest intel on the four-time MVP after rumors ramped up that he is looking to team up with either one of his former teammates.
James was reportedly ready to make a decision early last week about where he would play next. Just as anticipation went to a fever pitch, the 41-year-old told fans at the Fanatics Fest in New York that he wasn't ready yet to commit to a new team.
By prolonging the inevitable, some are speculating that James could still be waiting for interested teams to make a major trade to entice him to sign.
Charania, on the "Pat McAfee Show," told the host what he has gathered about those rumors.
#james #team
On Thursday, NBA insider Shams Charania gave his latest intel on the four-time MVP after rumors ramped up that he is looking to team up with either one of his former teammates.
James was reportedly ready to make a decision early last week about where he would play next. Just as anticipation went to a fever pitch, the 41-year-old told fans at the Fanatics Fest in New York that he wasn't ready yet to commit to a new team.
By prolonging the inevitable, some are speculating that James could still be waiting for interested teams to make a major trade to entice him to sign.
Charania, on the "Pat McAfee Show," told the host what he has gathered about those rumors.
#james #team
23 days ago
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 18: (L-R) Ryan Garcia, Dana White and Conor Benn speak during the Zuffa Boxing Media Day at Fanatics Fest NYC 2026 at Jacob Javits Center on July 18, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images for Fanatics)
The Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn beef is being settled in the ring. The fight promises to be one of the biggest of the year, and it deserves the attention. Let's talk boxing.
Ryan Garcia (25-2, 20 KOs) makes the first defense of his WBC welterweight ******* le against Conor Benn (25-1, 14 KOs) on Saturday, September 12 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas
It's Mexican Independence Day weekend, made official by Dana White under the Zuffa Boxing and Ring Magazine banner
The card streams globally on Paramount+ at no extra cost to subscribers, with DAZN PPV carrying it in the UK and Ireland
#dana
The Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn beef is being settled in the ring. The fight promises to be one of the biggest of the year, and it deserves the attention. Let's talk boxing.
Ryan Garcia (25-2, 20 KOs) makes the first defense of his WBC welterweight ******* le against Conor Benn (25-1, 14 KOs) on Saturday, September 12 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas
It's Mexican Independence Day weekend, made official by Dana White under the Zuffa Boxing and Ring Magazine banner
The card streams globally on Paramount+ at no extra cost to subscribers, with DAZN PPV carrying it in the UK and Ireland
#dana
24 days ago
The NFL is getting a double dose of the Paul brothers this week.
Days after former NFL quarterback-slash-Las Vegas Raiders minority owner-slash-Fox Sports NFL color commentator Tom Brady slapped Logan Paul at Fanatics Fest, Logan's brother, Jake Paul, laid out his plans to join the NFL.
"I mean, it's pretty simple," Jake Paul said in an interview at Fanatics Fest. "Really all it's gonna take is just me, after boxing, practicing some routes. I have a couple teams and coaches that I've already talked to that are interested in bringing me on to the team. It's really going to be quite easy."
PAUL BROTHERS: Tom Brady, Logan Paul continue feud with NSFW greeting at World Cup
Paul, 29, rose to fame on Vine and YouTube in the early 2010s. After a brief acting career from 2016, he began his pro boxing career in 2020. Since then, he's compiled a 12-2 record in 14 professional fights, with seven wins by knockout. Paul's most recent match was against British boxer Anthony Joshua and ended in Paul's second loss – and his first loss via knockout – as well as a double jaw break.
#logan #jake #really #slash
Days after former NFL quarterback-slash-Las Vegas Raiders minority owner-slash-Fox Sports NFL color commentator Tom Brady slapped Logan Paul at Fanatics Fest, Logan's brother, Jake Paul, laid out his plans to join the NFL.
"I mean, it's pretty simple," Jake Paul said in an interview at Fanatics Fest. "Really all it's gonna take is just me, after boxing, practicing some routes. I have a couple teams and coaches that I've already talked to that are interested in bringing me on to the team. It's really going to be quite easy."
PAUL BROTHERS: Tom Brady, Logan Paul continue feud with NSFW greeting at World Cup
Paul, 29, rose to fame on Vine and YouTube in the early 2010s. After a brief acting career from 2016, he began his pro boxing career in 2020. Since then, he's compiled a 12-2 record in 14 professional fights, with seven wins by knockout. Paul's most recent match was against British boxer Anthony Joshua and ended in Paul's second loss – and his first loss via knockout – as well as a double jaw break.
#logan #jake #really #slash
24 days ago
Tom Brady has had quite an eventful offseason.
Fox Sports’ $375 million man has leaned all the way into a supposed feud with YouTuber turned WWE superstar Logan Paul, which bled over into Fanatics Fest and the World Cup final this past weekend. All the while, he has maintained a strong presence across the content creator world with personalities young enough to be his children, and partnered with far too many companies to count — including a handful that are ethically questionable.
While Brady clearly is bursting out of the cocoon he lived in while **** embling perhaps the greatest NFL career ever, he also appears to be saying yes to everything, a choice that has landed him in what seems to be a mid-life crisis of sorts. Yet the precise beginning of this odd phase of Brady’s public life is hard to pinpoint.
In the latest episode of The Sports Gossip Show, however, host and former Fox Sports digital talent Charlotte Wilder offered a detailed theory for how Fox and its management team helped to unlock the strange figure Brady has become.
“Having worked at Fox Sports, they gas their talent up more than any network that has ever existed. They also surround their talent with yes-men. They don’t say no to the people … they deem important,” Wilder said. “They create an environment where everything is enabled, and no one says, ‘Should we think about this for a second?’ And they make you feel … as if you are invincible.”
#brady
Fox Sports’ $375 million man has leaned all the way into a supposed feud with YouTuber turned WWE superstar Logan Paul, which bled over into Fanatics Fest and the World Cup final this past weekend. All the while, he has maintained a strong presence across the content creator world with personalities young enough to be his children, and partnered with far too many companies to count — including a handful that are ethically questionable.
While Brady clearly is bursting out of the cocoon he lived in while **** embling perhaps the greatest NFL career ever, he also appears to be saying yes to everything, a choice that has landed him in what seems to be a mid-life crisis of sorts. Yet the precise beginning of this odd phase of Brady’s public life is hard to pinpoint.
In the latest episode of The Sports Gossip Show, however, host and former Fox Sports digital talent Charlotte Wilder offered a detailed theory for how Fox and its management team helped to unlock the strange figure Brady has become.
“Having worked at Fox Sports, they gas their talent up more than any network that has ever existed. They also surround their talent with yes-men. They don’t say no to the people … they deem important,” Wilder said. “They create an environment where everything is enabled, and no one says, ‘Should we think about this for a second?’ And they make you feel … as if you are invincible.”
#brady
24 days ago
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#fifa #famous
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#fifa #famous
24 days ago
Drew Brees wants WWE to turn Tom Brady and Logan Paul's increasingly theatrical rivalry into an actual wrestling match.
TMZ Sports approached the former New Orleans Saints quarterback in New York City on July 21 and asked whether Brady and Paul should settle their public feud in the ring. "They should!" Brees replied. "They should schedule that."
Brees did not propose a date, venue or match format, and WWE has not announced Brady for an event.
Brady encouraged the speculation during Fanatics Fest in New York, saying he believed he could manage at least one match despite retiring from professional football.
"I feel like I could get in there for at least one match," Brady said, according to People. He added that he had been waiting for WWE president Nick Khan to develop a storyline that would get him "in the mix."
#match #least #sports
TMZ Sports approached the former New Orleans Saints quarterback in New York City on July 21 and asked whether Brady and Paul should settle their public feud in the ring. "They should!" Brees replied. "They should schedule that."
Brees did not propose a date, venue or match format, and WWE has not announced Brady for an event.
Brady encouraged the speculation during Fanatics Fest in New York, saying he believed he could manage at least one match despite retiring from professional football.
"I feel like I could get in there for at least one match," Brady said, according to People. He added that he had been waiting for WWE president Nick Khan to develop a storyline that would get him "in the mix."
#match #least #sports
25 days ago
Cam Skattebo decided to test the hearts of New York Giants fans as the second-year running back, who is recovering from a broken right fibula and dislocated right ankle, decided to do a backflip on stage this past weekend at Fanatics Fest.
While Skattebo said he was "perfectly fine" and promised to "not hurt myself before the season," there was a curiosity as to what John Harbaugh would think when he saw the video. While the new Giants head coach has not spoken to the running back, he did seem to be ok with it all during an appearance on the "Bleav in Giants" podcast.
"I haven't talked to him yet, I'm going to talk to him I'm sure. My reaction was this: Dude, at least stick it. I mean, land the thing if you're going to do it, you know?" a smiling Harbaugh said. "That was my first reaction."
Skattebo said in May that his rehab was coming along good and that while the physical part has been fine, it was the mental battle that's been the toughest. Despite that, he noted he'll be "ready to go" for the Week 1 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys,
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#back
While Skattebo said he was "perfectly fine" and promised to "not hurt myself before the season," there was a curiosity as to what John Harbaugh would think when he saw the video. While the new Giants head coach has not spoken to the running back, he did seem to be ok with it all during an appearance on the "Bleav in Giants" podcast.
"I haven't talked to him yet, I'm going to talk to him I'm sure. My reaction was this: Dude, at least stick it. I mean, land the thing if you're going to do it, you know?" a smiling Harbaugh said. "That was my first reaction."
Skattebo said in May that his rehab was coming along good and that while the physical part has been fine, it was the mental battle that's been the toughest. Despite that, he noted he'll be "ready to go" for the Week 1 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys,
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#back
27 days ago
Tom Cruise made a special appearance at the FIFA World Cup final, delivering a pre-match speech about global unity and the love of football.
Following his pitchside address to the crowd at MetLife Stadium, he was spotted in the stands and even posed for photos with Sesame Street characters Elmo and Cookie Monster
Blake Lively was also among the myriad stars who attended the game.
The Gossip Girl alum shared a glimpse of her sun-soaked day with three friends via her Instagram Stories, posing for selfies just steps away from the pitch prior to the match.
Her husband, Ryan Reynolds, co-owner of the professional Welsh football club Wrexham AFC, was not in the snap; he was reportedly enjoying the fun at the FIFA World Cup's Fanatics Fest over in Manhattan.
Sunday's World Cup Final may well go down as the most star-studded championship match in FIFA history, as the stadium was packed with celebrities from film, TV, music, sports and more.
Following his pitchside address to the crowd at MetLife Stadium, he was spotted in the stands and even posed for photos with Sesame Street characters Elmo and Cookie Monster
Blake Lively was also among the myriad stars who attended the game.
The Gossip Girl alum shared a glimpse of her sun-soaked day with three friends via her Instagram Stories, posing for selfies just steps away from the pitch prior to the match.
Her husband, Ryan Reynolds, co-owner of the professional Welsh football club Wrexham AFC, was not in the snap; he was reportedly enjoying the fun at the FIFA World Cup's Fanatics Fest over in Manhattan.
Sunday's World Cup Final may well go down as the most star-studded championship match in FIFA history, as the stadium was packed with celebrities from film, TV, music, sports and more.
27 days ago
Shaquille O'Neal offered Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce a sarcastic thank-you after discovering that Charles Barkley received an invitation to their wedding while he did not.
The NBA legend was speaking with People at Fanatics Fest in New York City on July 17 when he was asked whether he had been invited to the couple's July 3 ceremony.
"No. Thanks, Taylor. Thanks, Travis," O'Neal replied, maintaining a deadpan expression as he looked toward the camera.
O'Neal delivered the comment at the Javits Center during the three-day sports and entertainment convention. He and Barkley have been friends and on-air rivals for years, so it was pretty funny when Barkley confirmed that he was actually on the guest list. Still, when asked what message he wanted to send the couple, he answered, "May it last forever."
Swift and Kelce, both 36, married at Madison Square Garden before approximately 1,000 guests. Swift's representative confirmed the July 3 ceremony to People. The couple wore custom Christian Dior Haute Couture looks designed by Jonathan Anderson. Swift's brother Austin served as her man of honor, Jason Kelce was his brother's best man and Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony.
The NBA legend was speaking with People at Fanatics Fest in New York City on July 17 when he was asked whether he had been invited to the couple's July 3 ceremony.
"No. Thanks, Taylor. Thanks, Travis," O'Neal replied, maintaining a deadpan expression as he looked toward the camera.
O'Neal delivered the comment at the Javits Center during the three-day sports and entertainment convention. He and Barkley have been friends and on-air rivals for years, so it was pretty funny when Barkley confirmed that he was actually on the guest list. Still, when asked what message he wanted to send the couple, he answered, "May it last forever."
Swift and Kelce, both 36, married at Madison Square Garden before approximately 1,000 guests. Swift's representative confirmed the July 3 ceremony to People. The couple wore custom Christian Dior Haute Couture looks designed by Jonathan Anderson. Swift's brother Austin served as her man of honor, Jason Kelce was his brother's best man and Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony.
27 days ago
It is of little secret that music star Justin Bieber is a soccer fan.
The Canadian superstar has frequently been seen sporting the jersey of English Premier League team ***** nal, although Bieber has been known to wear others too.
Bieber will perform at FIFA's controversial half-time show during Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina and the singer has been gearing up for the game at the Fanatics Fan Festival in New York.
The 32-year-old was among a host of A-list celebrities to have appeared at the Javits Center in Manhattan.
As a soccer fan, it was only natural that he'd be asked to show onlookers what he's got.
The Canadian superstar has frequently been seen sporting the jersey of English Premier League team ***** nal, although Bieber has been known to wear others too.
Bieber will perform at FIFA's controversial half-time show during Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina and the singer has been gearing up for the game at the Fanatics Fan Festival in New York.
The 32-year-old was among a host of A-list celebrities to have appeared at the Javits Center in Manhattan.
As a soccer fan, it was only natural that he'd be asked to show onlookers what he's got.
27 days ago
To the rest of the world, Justin and Hailey Bieber would appear to be the picture-perfect couple enjoying the high life together.In fact, the hitmaker is due to take the stage during the World Cup final as Spain prepares to take on Argentina on Sunday.
Just yesterday, the Baby singer spent the evening warming up his vocal cords after making a surprise appearance at the Fanatics fest at the Javits Centre in New York. He took to the stage shirtless, giving football and sporting fans a memorable performance of some of his biggest hits.
However, while it may look as though Justin is living the pop star's dream, behind the star-studded stages and high-profile events, the singer endures several debilitating illnesses that make his incredible success even more admirable.
In January 2020, Justin revealed that he had been diagnosed with Lyme disease and had spent years suffering from unexplained fatigue and had had to undergo numerous tests before receiving a diagnosis.
In the docuseries Justin Bieber Seasons, he admitted he was initially misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder but was later **** ured by a different doctor that he did not have the mental health condition.
Just yesterday, the Baby singer spent the evening warming up his vocal cords after making a surprise appearance at the Fanatics fest at the Javits Centre in New York. He took to the stage shirtless, giving football and sporting fans a memorable performance of some of his biggest hits.
However, while it may look as though Justin is living the pop star's dream, behind the star-studded stages and high-profile events, the singer endures several debilitating illnesses that make his incredible success even more admirable.
In January 2020, Justin revealed that he had been diagnosed with Lyme disease and had spent years suffering from unexplained fatigue and had had to undergo numerous tests before receiving a diagnosis.
In the docuseries Justin Bieber Seasons, he admitted he was initially misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder but was later **** ured by a different doctor that he did not have the mental health condition.
28 days ago
Shaquille O'Neal did not make the guest list for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's massive Madison Square Garden wedding, but he is not holding a grudge.
The NBA legend playfully called out the newlyweds after learning that his friend Charles Barkley had received an invitation to the July 3 ceremony. Despite being left out of the 1,000-person celebration, O'Neal offered Swift and Kelce the same heartfelt wish he shared following their engagement.
O'Neal addressed the apparent wedding snub while attending Fanatics Fest at the Javits Center in New York City on Friday, July 17.
When PEOPLE Magazine asked whether he and Barkley had received invitations, the four-time NBA champion offered a deadpan response directly to the camera. "No. Thanks, Taylor. Thanks, Travis," O'Neal joked.
However, the 54-year-old quickly set aside the teasing to offer the newlyweds a four-word blessing. "May it last forever," he said.
The NBA legend playfully called out the newlyweds after learning that his friend Charles Barkley had received an invitation to the July 3 ceremony. Despite being left out of the 1,000-person celebration, O'Neal offered Swift and Kelce the same heartfelt wish he shared following their engagement.
O'Neal addressed the apparent wedding snub while attending Fanatics Fest at the Javits Center in New York City on Friday, July 17.
When PEOPLE Magazine asked whether he and Barkley had received invitations, the four-time NBA champion offered a deadpan response directly to the camera. "No. Thanks, Taylor. Thanks, Travis," O'Neal joked.
However, the 54-year-old quickly set aside the teasing to offer the newlyweds a four-word blessing. "May it last forever," he said.
28 days ago
Tom Brady and Logan Paul are no strangers to taking shots at one another. Their latest exchange saw the seven-time Super Bowl champion slap the WWE star at a recent event, but some are wondering whether it was a publicity stunt to draw attention to Brady's possible introduction to WWE. The strike came a day after the former football star expressed his desire to be invited into the wrestling ring.
On Friday, July 17, Tom Brady and Logan Paul shared the stage for a panel at Fanatics Fest in New York. Afterward, the two reportedly got into a heated discussion that ended with Brady slapping Paul across the face.
A video of the exchange made rounds on social media, with the two men standing close to each other, talking seriously. At one point, Brady removes his hand from his pocket and slaps Paul. NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns stepped between them to prevent the incident from escalating further, and Brady and Paul went their separate ways.
As of writing, the video has been viewed 9 million times, and many users aren't convinced the beef between them is real. "This is the worst scripted scenario I've ever seen and I watched Jersey Shore," one person commented.
Later, both Paul and Brady posted the video on their respective social media accounts. The influencer-turned-wrestler claimed he was slapped because he was "roasting" him over beating him at a flag football match. "Horrible example for the kids," he wrote.
On Friday, July 17, Tom Brady and Logan Paul shared the stage for a panel at Fanatics Fest in New York. Afterward, the two reportedly got into a heated discussion that ended with Brady slapping Paul across the face.
A video of the exchange made rounds on social media, with the two men standing close to each other, talking seriously. At one point, Brady removes his hand from his pocket and slaps Paul. NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns stepped between them to prevent the incident from escalating further, and Brady and Paul went their separate ways.
As of writing, the video has been viewed 9 million times, and many users aren't convinced the beef between them is real. "This is the worst scripted scenario I've ever seen and I watched Jersey Shore," one person commented.
Later, both Paul and Brady posted the video on their respective social media accounts. The influencer-turned-wrestler claimed he was slapped because he was "roasting" him over beating him at a flag football match. "Horrible example for the kids," he wrote.
29 days ago
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Retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady slapped YouTuber and WWE star Logan Paul in the face while on stage at Fanatics Fest in New York City on Friday.
The two engaged in a seemingly heated verbal altercation before Brady let Paul have it with a swift slap. New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Town, who stood behind the two onstage as they argued, stepped between Brady and Paul when the argument turned physical.
Brady and Paul were quickly escorted off-stage. It has yet to be confirmed whether the incident was staged, either as a preview for a surprise Brady WWE debut or as extra clout and hype as Paul, who is recovering from a torn tricep, said he is ready to return to the ring.
The seven-time Super Bowl champ shared footage of the altercation on X, calling Paul a "dork":
Retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady slapped YouTuber and WWE star Logan Paul in the face while on stage at Fanatics Fest in New York City on Friday.
The two engaged in a seemingly heated verbal altercation before Brady let Paul have it with a swift slap. New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Town, who stood behind the two onstage as they argued, stepped between Brady and Paul when the argument turned physical.
Brady and Paul were quickly escorted off-stage. It has yet to be confirmed whether the incident was staged, either as a preview for a surprise Brady WWE debut or as extra clout and hype as Paul, who is recovering from a torn tricep, said he is ready to return to the ring.
The seven-time Super Bowl champ shared footage of the altercation on X, calling Paul a "dork":
1 month ago
There is a chance that James' next home will be announced before Fanatics Fest kicks off on Thursday, and that he will use his appearances to discuss his future. Ever the showman, he could also use the stage as an opportunity to build more suspense about his decision.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: There is a chance that James' next home will be …
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: There is a chance that James' next home will be …
1 month ago
LeBron James James will be at the Javits Center in New York for Fanatics Fest 2026 this week, which provides a large, controlled stage to potentially announce his next destination — and possibly his last in the NBA. On Thursday, he will partake in a live recording of his "Mind the Game" podcast at 1:15 p.m. ET, where he will be joined by special co-host and Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: LeBron James to make public appearance Thursday amid free agency speculation
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: LeBron James to make public appearance Thursday amid free agency speculation
2 months ago
Here’s everything you need to know about the channels for the Best World Cup 2026 Coverage in the US
The countdown is officially over, and the biggest sporting event on the planet has arrived on North American soil. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is making history as the largest tournament ever produced, expanding to a massive 48-team format. Hosted across three nations- the United States, Canada, and Mexico soccer fans are treated to an unprecedented summer of drama, skill, and international passion. This cycle brings incredible storylines, from the USMNT trying to conquer the world on home turf to traditional global powerhouses navigating a ruthless, expanded bracket across 16 iconic host cities.
As the tournament gets closer, curiosity is high about who will be the voice of the 2026 World Cup. Navigating the media landscape can be tricky with so many networks vying for your attention, but GOAL has all of the information you need to know. Finding the absolute best platform depends entirely on whether you value multi-view screens, 4K resolution, or the lowest price tag. Whether you are looking for tactical English commentary, passionate Spanish-language broadcasts, or trying to figure out how to stream matches on your phone, we have broken down every major broadcast partner by region. Here is the definitive guide to ensuring you do not miss a single minute of the action.
While Fox Sports and Telemundo hold the foundational broadcasting rights, your actual viewing experience depends entirely on the streaming platform you choose to access them. Cord-cutters have several elite options, each catering to different types of soccer fanatics.
NBCUniversal has turned Peacock into the premium destination for the soccer community, serving as the exclusive streaming home for Telemundo’s Spanish-language presentation. If you want the most immersive, feature-packed, and cost-effective way to view the tournament without a hefty cable bundle, Peacock outclasses the competition.
The countdown is officially over, and the biggest sporting event on the planet has arrived on North American soil. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is making history as the largest tournament ever produced, expanding to a massive 48-team format. Hosted across three nations- the United States, Canada, and Mexico soccer fans are treated to an unprecedented summer of drama, skill, and international passion. This cycle brings incredible storylines, from the USMNT trying to conquer the world on home turf to traditional global powerhouses navigating a ruthless, expanded bracket across 16 iconic host cities.
As the tournament gets closer, curiosity is high about who will be the voice of the 2026 World Cup. Navigating the media landscape can be tricky with so many networks vying for your attention, but GOAL has all of the information you need to know. Finding the absolute best platform depends entirely on whether you value multi-view screens, 4K resolution, or the lowest price tag. Whether you are looking for tactical English commentary, passionate Spanish-language broadcasts, or trying to figure out how to stream matches on your phone, we have broken down every major broadcast partner by region. Here is the definitive guide to ensuring you do not miss a single minute of the action.
While Fox Sports and Telemundo hold the foundational broadcasting rights, your actual viewing experience depends entirely on the streaming platform you choose to access them. Cord-cutters have several elite options, each catering to different types of soccer fanatics.
NBCUniversal has turned Peacock into the premium destination for the soccer community, serving as the exclusive streaming home for Telemundo’s Spanish-language presentation. If you want the most immersive, feature-packed, and cost-effective way to view the tournament without a hefty cable bundle, Peacock outclasses the competition.
2 months ago
The tennis G.O.A.T. is back in competition mode.
Serena Williams will make her Fanatics Fest debut this summer when the world's largest arena for sports and collectibles returns for its third annual installment at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City from Thursday, July 16 to Sunday, July 19.
The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, 44, will face off against some of the biggest names in sports — including Tom Brady, Novak Djokovic, John Cena, Rob Gronkowski, Cam Skattebo, Jordan Chiles, Jaxson Dart, among other stars — in the anticipated Fanatics Games, PEOPLE can confirm.
"We've got 50 of the greatest athletes, celebrities and artists competing against 50 average Joe fans," Fanatics founder and CEO Michael Rubin tells PEOPLE exclusively ahead of the event. "Brady, Williams, Djokovic, that's the quality of people we have competing in these games."
"I was watching a back and forth text change between Djokovic and Brady about who is going to get first place," he adds of the games, which are stacked with more than $2 million in prizes. The winner gets $2 million cash, second gets a Ferrari and third gets a rare Messi trading card valued at $250,000.
Serena Williams will make her Fanatics Fest debut this summer when the world's largest arena for sports and collectibles returns for its third annual installment at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City from Thursday, July 16 to Sunday, July 19.
The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, 44, will face off against some of the biggest names in sports — including Tom Brady, Novak Djokovic, John Cena, Rob Gronkowski, Cam Skattebo, Jordan Chiles, Jaxson Dart, among other stars — in the anticipated Fanatics Games, PEOPLE can confirm.
"We've got 50 of the greatest athletes, celebrities and artists competing against 50 average Joe fans," Fanatics founder and CEO Michael Rubin tells PEOPLE exclusively ahead of the event. "Brady, Williams, Djokovic, that's the quality of people we have competing in these games."
"I was watching a back and forth text change between Djokovic and Brady about who is going to get first place," he adds of the games, which are stacked with more than $2 million in prizes. The winner gets $2 million cash, second gets a Ferrari and third gets a rare Messi trading card valued at $250,000.
2 months ago
The 2026 World Cup has now been in full swing for a week. And while the tournament has already produced plenty of highlights on the pitch, one group in particular is really delivering: football fans from all over the world.
Everyone’s darling, of course, are once again the Scots. The Tartan Army has Boston firmly under its control and, in proper fashion, has made sure that nearly all bars and breweries are running out of beer. But the Scots are not just ever-present with a glass in hand.
The other supporters from the British Isles are also traditionally in a party mood. The English fans, too, have already produced one viral clip or another and are quite clearly having a great time in North America.
But football fanatics can be more than just wild — they can also be absolutely adorable. A young Uzbek fan experienced that after his team conceded against Colombia.
Which moments and which groups of fans have impressed you the most at this World Cup so far? Let us know in the comments!
Everyone’s darling, of course, are once again the Scots. The Tartan Army has Boston firmly under its control and, in proper fashion, has made sure that nearly all bars and breweries are running out of beer. But the Scots are not just ever-present with a glass in hand.
The other supporters from the British Isles are also traditionally in a party mood. The English fans, too, have already produced one viral clip or another and are quite clearly having a great time in North America.
But football fanatics can be more than just wild — they can also be absolutely adorable. A young Uzbek fan experienced that after his team conceded against Colombia.
Which moments and which groups of fans have impressed you the most at this World Cup so far? Let us know in the comments!
2 months ago
The war that some would say isn't a war in Iran disrupted plans for the inaugural Fanatics Flag Football Classic in Saudi Arabia. That has now sparked a legal battle that no one could say is anything but a legal battle.
Via Ryan Glasspiegel of Front Office Sports, the Saudi Arabian group known as Sela (owned by the Public Investment Fund) has sued Fanatics Studios over the decision to relocate the event to Los Angeles and proceed as scheduled on March 21. Sela wanted to postpone the event by a full year.
The action was filed in England last month. The complaint, per standard procedure, remains under seal because Fanatics Studios has yet to respond.
Saudi Arabia pulled the funding for the event after it was moved.
The case will turn on the terms of the relevant contracts, as interpreted and applied by a commercial court in England. If Sela prevails, Fanatics could be required to reimburse the entity for expenses incurred in connection with the planning for the event, along with any revenue that was lost.
Via Ryan Glasspiegel of Front Office Sports, the Saudi Arabian group known as Sela (owned by the Public Investment Fund) has sued Fanatics Studios over the decision to relocate the event to Los Angeles and proceed as scheduled on March 21. Sela wanted to postpone the event by a full year.
The action was filed in England last month. The complaint, per standard procedure, remains under seal because Fanatics Studios has yet to respond.
Saudi Arabia pulled the funding for the event after it was moved.
The case will turn on the terms of the relevant contracts, as interpreted and applied by a commercial court in England. If Sela prevails, Fanatics could be required to reimburse the entity for expenses incurred in connection with the planning for the event, along with any revenue that was lost.
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