The Dream and the Reality: Lennart Karl’s High-Stakes Return to the Real Madrid Orbit For most 18-year-olds, a trip to the Santiago Bernabéu is a bucket-list pilgrimage. For Lennart Karl, it is a professional confrontation with his own ambitions. As Bayern Munich prepares for a clash with Real Madrid, the young attacker finds himself in … Read more
BILBAO, Spain – A disturbing trend of abuse directed at young referees is shaking the foundations of youth soccer in the Basque Country. From verbal threats to physical aggression, officials as young as 15 are facing increasingly hostile environments on the pitch, prompting unprecedented action from the Vizcaya Territorial Committee of Referees. The situation reached … Read more
Gijón’s Estadio El Molinón, officially Estadio Municipal El Molinón-Enrique Castro “Quini,” stands as a testament to Spanish football history. As the oldest professional football field in Spain, with roots stretching back to at least 1908, the stadium is currently experiencing a complex moment. While Sporting de Gijón began 2026 with near-record season ticket sales and … Read more
Azkoitia, Spain – Mark Kosgei Kiptoo, at the remarkable age of 49 years and nearly nine months, cemented his legendary status in the Azkoitia-Azpeitia Half Marathon on Saturday, achieving a historic “triplete” – his third victory in the prestigious Basque Country race. His winning time was 1 hour, 3 minutes, and 17 seconds. The Kenyan … Read more
Oviedo, Spain – In a significant show of confidence in the current trajectory of the club, Alimerka Oviedo Baloncesto and head coach Javi Rodríguez have agreed to a three-year contract extension, securing his position through the 2028-29 season. The announcement, made on March 18, 2026, solidifies a partnership that began in 2023 and reflects the … Read more
TOLEDO, Spain – At an age when most people are slowing down, Juan López, affectionately known as ‘Super López,’ is rewriting the rules of aging and endurance. The 82-year-old Spanish marathoner continues to shatter expectations, achieving athletic feats that would challenge competitors decades his junior. López’s story isn’t just about running; it’s a testament to … Read more
TOLEDO, Spain – At an age when many are slowing down, Juan López of Toledo is rewriting the rules of aging, continuing to compete in marathons and baffling scientists with his remarkable physical condition. The 82-year-traditional, a former mechanic, isn’t just finishing races; he’s breaking records and becoming the subject of intense study, revealing insights … Read more
Niembro, Spain – José Manuel González García, a former Spanish Member of Parliament and long-time president of the Asturian Judo Federation, has died at the age of 82. González passed away this Friday in Niembro, a town in the Llanes municipality of Asturias, leaving behind a significant legacy in both the political and sporting realms. … Read more
Valencia, Spain – Rafa Mir, currently on loan from Sevilla FC to Elche CF, is facing a potential prison sentence of ten and a half years following charges related to a sexual assault allegation. The case stems from an incident that reportedly occurred on September 1, 2024, at his home in the Torre en Conill … Read more
Elche striker Rafa Mir is facing a potential prison sentence of ten and a half years following accusations of sexual assault, as revealed by Spanish prosecutors on Thursday. The charges stem from an alleged incident involving a 21-year-old woman in September 2024, when Mir was playing for Valencia. The case has unfolded against a backdrop … Read more