Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Ares Management

Jun 28, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Botafogo midfielder Danilo (5) kicks the ball during the second half during a round of 16 match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Lincoln Financial Field.

John Textor’s Soccer Empire at Risk

Textor’s stakes in France’s Lyon and Brazil’s Botafogo are up for grabs.
March 30, 2026
[Subscription Customers Only] Jun 15, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Botafogo owner John Textor inside the stadium before the match during a group stage match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Lumen Field.

The American Sports Owners Feuding Over a French Soccer Team

John Textor is at odds with Michele Kang and investment giant Ares.
February 27, 2026
Oct 4, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back DeShon Singleton (8) celebrates after making an interception during the game against Michigan State at Memorial Stadium.

Big Ten Considering Investment From California Pension Fund

Under the proposal, Big Ten would spin assets into a new entity.
October 7, 2025
[Subscription Customers Only] Jul 9, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Real Madrid CF forward Kylian Mbappe (9) reacts after a semifinal match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium.

CVC Builds Out Sports Division Amid Crowded PE Market

The firm’s sports portfolio is reportedly worth $13.6 billion.
September 11, 2025