The downfall of Girondins de Bordeaux has been one of the more unfortunate club collapses in recent memory, but the side may have a savior. The six-time Ligue 1 champion hit massive financial difficulties over recent years. As a result, Bordeaux suffered administrative relegation. That plunged the side from Ligue 2 to the fourth tier […]

French clubs in Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 will soon be promoting "Qatar Tourism" or other Qatari entities as part of a new sponsorship deal. The agreement was officially announced on July 31, during a Professional Football League (LFP) board meeting. It will see clubs earning substantial sums for their involvement. Qatari investments in European […]

As the 2024/25 European soccer season raises its curtain to begin, rights to American broadcasts of certain leagues find deals. The last of the major English-language rights deals came via beIN SPORTS. The broadcaster signed a deal at the 11th hour to be the American English-language home of Ligue 1. Consequently, each of the five […]

Girondins de Bordeaux has officially learned their fate following recent extreme financial difficulties. The historic French club has dealt with monetary issues for years now. Nevertheless, the situation ultimately reached a crisis in recent weeks. Following an extended period of financial woes, Bordeaux finally entered bankruptcy, effectively renouncing their status as a professional club. Bordeaux […]

Representatives from Fenway Sports Group (FSG) are currently in France to discuss a potential takeover of Girondins de Bordeaux. The French side has endured financial difficulties since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. In fact, due to decreased revenue in recent years, Bordeaux entered administration and then changed ownership in 2021. The new owner, however, […]

Bordeaux will remain in Ligue 2 next season after officially losing its final matchup of the campaign seeking promotion to Ligue 1. However, the club did not even get a chance to play the full 90 minutes of said game. The match against Rodez was abandoned due to a fan rushing onto the pitch early […]