What's Happening in Football
The world of football has seen several developments in recent days. Gareth Bale, the former Real Madrid and Wales star, has launched a new sports investment fund with American private equity firm Juggernaut Capital. The fund plans to invest in teams and leagues in both men's and women's sports. Bale has reiterated his desire to buy a football club, with Cardiff City still a possibility.
Meanwhile, Crystal Palace has appointed Pierre Sage as their new head coach on a three-year contract. Sage, who previously managed Lens and Lyon, replaces Oliver Glasner, who left the Eagles at the end of the 2025-26 season.
In the NFL, James Pearce Jr. is back with the Falcons and expected to attend this week's minicamp, while George Pickens has reported to the Cowboys' camp ahead of the mandatory minicamp.
Tennis Update
In tennis, Francesca Jones missed two match points in a narrow defeat by Talia Gibson in the Nottingham Open first round. Jones battled back from a set and a break down to force a deciding set, but ultimately lost 6-3 5-7 7-6 (7-4) after a grueling three hours and six minutes.
Key Facts
Key Facts
- Who: Gareth Bale, Pierre Sage, Francesca Jones, James Pearce Jr., George Pickens
- What: Launched sports investment fund, appointed head coach, reported to camp, missed match points in Nottingham Open
- Impact: Potential investments in football teams and leagues, new head coach for Crystal Palace, NFL players reporting to camp
What's Next
The sports world will be watching as Gareth Bale's new sports fund makes its first moves, and Pierre Sage takes the reins at Crystal Palace. Meanwhile, Francesca Jones will look to bounce back from her narrow defeat in Nottingham, and NFL players will gear up for the new season.
Key Numbers
- 3: Years of Pierre Sage's contract with Crystal Palace
What's Happening in Football
The world of football has seen several developments in recent days. Gareth Bale, the former Real Madrid and Wales star, has launched a new sports investment fund with American private equity firm Juggernaut Capital. The fund plans to invest in teams and leagues in both men's and women's sports. Bale has reiterated his desire to buy a football club, with Cardiff City still a possibility.
Meanwhile, Crystal Palace has appointed Pierre Sage as their new head coach on a three-year contract. Sage, who previously managed Lens and Lyon, replaces Oliver Glasner, who left the Eagles at the end of the 2025-26 season.
In the NFL, James Pearce Jr. is back with the Falcons and expected to attend this week's minicamp, while George Pickens has reported to the Cowboys' camp ahead of the mandatory minicamp.
Tennis Update
In tennis, Francesca Jones missed two match points in a narrow defeat by Talia Gibson in the Nottingham Open first round. Jones battled back from a set and a break down to force a deciding set, but ultimately lost 6-3 5-7 7-6 (7-4) after a grueling three hours and six minutes.
Key Facts
Key Facts
- Who: Gareth Bale, Pierre Sage, Francesca Jones, James Pearce Jr., George Pickens
- What: Launched sports investment fund, appointed head coach, reported to camp, missed match points in Nottingham Open
- Impact: Potential investments in football teams and leagues, new head coach for Crystal Palace, NFL players reporting to camp
What's Next
The sports world will be watching as Gareth Bale's new sports fund makes its first moves, and Pierre Sage takes the reins at Crystal Palace. Meanwhile, Francesca Jones will look to bounce back from her narrow defeat in Nottingham, and NFL players will gear up for the new season.
Key Numbers
- 3: Years of Pierre Sage's contract with Crystal Palace