Episode 189: FIFA World Cup 2026, The Reason for High Ticket Prices, The Future of Streaming

In this episode, we discuss the evolution of how pro athletes have become marketable. We also discuss the various marketing strategies and channels that pro athletes can take advantage of.Website: www.athletenetwork.netSports Biz Apparel Online Shop: www.sports-biz-apparel.comBooks on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=zila+mbekela&crid=2DUTL82GFLYM&sprefix=%2Caps%2C762&ref=nb_sb_ss_recent_1_0_recent

In this episode, we discuss the situation faced by Man City and whether Private Equity may have been influential, or not.For sports blogs, visit Athlete Network: www.athletenetwork.netGet your merch: www.sports-biz-apparel.comLearn valuable tech skills on: www.empower-e-learning.comBooks available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=zila+mbekela&crid=2DUTL82GFLYM&sprefix=%2Caps%2C762&ref=nb_sb_ss_recent_1_0_recent

In this episode, we discuss why some players choose to further their pro sports careers abroad, and the business behind it- for the recruiting teams.Get your merch here: www.sports-biz-apparel.comStay up to date with our sports blog: www.athletenetwork.netOur books available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=zila+mbekela&crid=2DUTL82GFLYM&sprefix=%2Caps%2C762&ref=nb_sb_ss_recent_1_0_recent

In this episode, we discuss the viral story of the NFL scammer- Daejon Love and the fact that he scammed 26 women- for an amount of US$1.3 million. We also share our won story of an encounter with a rugby scammer.Buy our Merch: https://www.sports-biz-apparel.com/Blog: www.athletenetwork.netShop our books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=zila+mbekela&crid=2DUTL82GFLYM&sprefix=%2Caps%2C762&ref=nb_sb_ss_recent_1_0_recent

In this episode, we discuss the continued commercial growth, and calendar expansion of the game of rugby and if this is starting to affect player health. Two players have reportedly passed away this year, in France and Japan, respectively- after taking part in training. We talk about whether the demanding schedules might be taking a toll on players' bodies. On the sports business side of things, could this matter affect the game?Get your merch here: www.sports-biz-apparel.comBooks for athletes on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=zila+mbekela&crid=2DUTL82GFLYM&sprefix=%2Caps%2C762&ref=nb_sb_ss_recent_1_0_recentDevelop your tech skills and enroll at: www.empower-e-learning.com

In this episode, we discuss the mind boggling few numbers of top tier teams- within the domestic league of South Africa. We also talk about the possibilities within the business of the sport- if an expansion were to happen.Sports Biz Apparel Online Store: https://www.sports-biz-apparel.com/Amazon books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=zila+mbekela&crid=2DUTL82GFLYM&sprefix=%2Caps%2C762&ref=nb_sb_ss_recent_1_0_recent

In this episode, we discuss the topic that nobody wants to talk about within rugby circles- CTE. We also discuss the backlash that FIFA has been getting for the FFE business proposal.Beats link for purchase: https://amzn.to/4wfcpSOShop Sports Biz Apparel: https://www.athletenetwork.net/shop-1Shop our book catalog: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=zila+mbekela&crid=2DUTL82GFLYM&sprefix=%2Caps%2C762&ref=nb_sb_ss_recent_1_0_recent

In this episode, we discuss the NIL dynamic of US collegiate sports, and make comparisons to the South African Varsity/Collegiate sports system.Thank you to our sponsor Beats: https://amzn.to/4wz0sI8Thank you to our sponsor Aquarius: https://amzn.to/4aFu5PKVisit our Merch Store: https://www.athletenetwork.net/shop-1

In this episode, we discuss the FIFA World Cup 2026 thus far. We also discuss the business behind high ticket prices and the future of streaming- in professional soccer and sports in general.Shout out to our sponsors - Beats:https://amzn.to/4y01a2WAquarius Sports Drink: https://amzn.to/4oSkH11Everything podcast business related: linktr.ee/athletenetworklls

In this episode, we discuss the FIFA Agent Exam results and provide valuable advice for new-comer agents- who passed.Everything Podcast Business Related: -https://linktr.ee/athletenetworklls Get the Merch: https://www.athletenetwork.net/shop-1