Shorts: Champions League, Burrage, The Posh

Budapest’s Puskas Arena will stage the UEFA Champions League final in 2026 for the first time, the UEFA Executive Committee has announced.

Named after legendary footballer Ferenc Puskas, the 67,215-seat venue is home to the Hungary national football team, and previously hosted four matches at the men’s Euro 2020 championships.

At a meeting in Dublin on Wednesday 22nd May, the committee opted to suspend its decision on the 2027 host of the Champions League final, subject to the submission of refurbishment plans for Milan’s San Siro Stadium by the Italian Football federation (FIGC).

The committee also decided that the Europa League final will be held in Istanbul in 2026, and in Frankfurt the following year.

The UEFA Conference League meanwhile will stage its showpiece game in Leipzig in 2026, before it heads to Istanbul in 2027.

British tennis player Jodie Burrage has partnered with UK canned fruit brand Del Monte. 

Currently ranked British women’s number three, Jodie will ‘collaborate with Del Monte to promote the benefits of incorporating canned fruit into an active lifestyle and nutritious diet.’ 

As per the agreement, Burrage will also wear Del Monte’s logo on her tennis kit throughout the upcoming season.

Martin Selley, Managing Director of Del Monte UK and Europe, commented, “As a longstanding supporter of British tennis through our partnership with the LTA, Del Monte® is delighted to welcome Jodie Burrage as our newest ambassador.

“Jodie is the perfect partner for Del Monte as not only does she epitomise the next generation of British talent, but she has long been a fan of consuming fruit regularly as part of her nutrition plan to fuel her on the court and in recovery, which clearly aligns with our values. Her balanced approach, unwavering determination, and hard work make her an exemplary role model for future generations.” 

EFL League One football club Peterborough United has announced Millfield Autoparts as its new back of shorts sponsor. 

The extended three-year deal will see Millfield Autoparts benefit from its logo on the back of the first team replica shorts for all three 2024-25 season kits.

Alex Harris, Commerical Manager, Peterborough United FC said, “We are delighted that Millfield Autoparts have agreed a three-year deal with us to become our back of shorts sponsor. They have been committed sponsors over a number of years now in a variety of different ways and we are thrilled that they have agreed to become our new back of shorts sponsor.” 

LIV Golf has revealed plans for the league’s 2024 Team Championship event, which will be staged in Dallas from 20th-22nd September.

The head-to-head competition will comprise 13 teams, who will compete for $50m (£39.3m) prize purse.

The event will take place at the Maridoe Golf Club in Carrollton, Texas, which is located 20 miles from Dallas. 

Greg Norman, Commissioner and CEO of LIV Golf, said, “Texas is legendary for producing and hosting great golfers who set a high bar while competing for championships.

“Our LIV Golf Team Championship at Maridoe Golf Club will be a great experience for our players and all the fans in attendance.”