Sportpolitik

Software-Flop: Sportverband kündigt Millionen-Deal – Rückerstattung erwartet

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Munich, Germany – A collaborative digital initiative between the Bavarian State Sports Association (BLSV) and the Schleswig-Holstein State Association (LSH) has dissolved, raising questions about the BLSV’s financial management and the viability of its in-house developed club management software, verein360 Manager. The partnership, initially hailed as an “alliance with a beacon character” four years ago, … Read more

German Sports Funding Law: DOSB Loses Key Battle Over Agency Control, Athletes’ Representation Weakened

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Berlin – A modern sport funding law in Germany is moving forward, but not without significant compromise and contention. Even as the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) secured some key concessions, the core aim of establishing an independent agency to oversee elite sports funding—separate from the DOSB’s direct control—will proceed as planned. The finalized draft, … Read more

Trump Urges Iran to Withdraw from World Cup, Citing Safety Concerns

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Los Angeles, CA – Just days after FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that U.S. President Donald Trump assured him Iran would be “welcome” to compete at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Trump has publicly suggested Iran should reconsider participating, citing safety concerns. The evolving situation adds another layer of complexity to the tournament, set to … Read more