Tuesday, 22 September 2026
Monday, 21 September 2026
LOUIS SALAH NOW WORTH OVER £4 BILLION FOLLOWING SUCCESS AFTER FOOTBALL
Throughout his career as a footballer, Louis Saha saw incredible success. His goalscoring exploits for the likes of Fulham, Everton and Manchester United saw him forge a solid legacy in the Premier League.
For over a decade, he was a key figure in the English top flight and during his time with the Red Devils, he won some major silverware. Whether it was the Premier League trophies or the Champions League title that he won, it's safe to say he was a very successful player.
With that said, he might just be even more successful away from the pitch, amassing a huge fortune in the years since his retirement. These days, Saha is worth a simply staggering £4.5 billion and has far surpassed the amount of money that he earned during his playing career.
Only one player has gone on to make more money once they've called time on their career and that's Matheu Flamini, who has built a net worth of over £21 billion through his time as co-owner of GF Biochemicals.
Saha's path is a little different. While he's built up a very impressive net worth, he hasn't done it through working with biochemicals and instead has done so while staying close to the world of sport.
Saha Set Up a Social Network for Sports Stars
After retiring from football, Saha decided to use all that he'd learned from his experiences in the beautiful game and set up a social network for sports athletes to converse, offer tips and share their experiences while competing at an elite level in their specific sports. The network, called Axis Stars, is only available to the ultra-wealthy and talented, and these days, it's valued at over £3.5 billion.
According to the company itself, Axis Stars is a community that 'facilitates authentic, win-win connections between pro-athletes & entertainers, their peers and trusted partners.' Saha formed the network with marketeer Kate Hamer and alongside technological executive Patrice Arnera and former Manchester United marketing guru Mike Farnan, it has gone from strength to strength.
It currently possesses thousands of users, including around 550 ex-professional athletes, and as a result, Saha's net worth has risen to a reported figure of £4.312 billion according to OLBG.
Saha Created the Network Due to a Gap in the Market
Speaking in an interview with CityAM back in 2014, around the time that Axis Stars was formed, Saha revealed that the idea and the desire to create such a network came from wishing that there was something similar during his own time on the pitch.
"I would have loved to be able to master my job better when I was playing but now I’ve retired, I still have a huge role to play sharing my experience with young players.
"I wish I had a platform like this as a player; it would have helped me manage my career and plan for the future a lot better."
Several years later, in an interview with The Guardian, he spoke about how successful the launch of Axis Stars had been and revealed how the results had only made him more sure that it was the right move to make.
"I still get asked for advice by different people on a daily basis. For instance, my agent called me to say he had a talented French footballer who he wants to bring to England, and asked me for advice on how to create a tailor-made training programme. I put him in touch with people I used to work with.
"This kind of player could join Axis as he can then search for a personal coach in his region. It is a hard process but it’s so rewarding, because if I can help 100,000 people, it’s the best thing I’ve ever done."
His time off the pitch has been a major success, but it's important to remember just how good he was on it as well.
Saha Was a Fine Premier League Striker
While Saha has had some incredible success as a businessman over the last decade, he got into that position due to his superb career on the football pitch. Hailing from France, the forward got his start at Metz, and while the goals didn't come often, he scored five times for the club. After a brief, albeit unsuccessful loan spell with English side Newcastle United in 1999, where Saha scored just once in 11 appearances, he eventually moved to the country permanently when he signed with Fulham in 2000.
His time with the Cottagers was much stronger, and Saha lit the First Division up in his debut season with the club. The forward scored 32 times in 48 appearances as he helped lead them to the Premier League. He would then remain in the English top flight for the next 13 seasons.
His time at United is what he will be remembered for most, though, as the now 47-year-old spent four years at Old Trafford and played a key role in the side winning a pair of Premier League trophies and a Champions League title to go along with it.
A footballer's days on the pitch don't last forever and while players make a tonne of money during their careers, that doesn't necessarily mean they'll hold onto those finances for the rest of their lives. There have been numerous examples of ex-pros who have wound up bankrupt in the years after they've retired, but Saha's business acumen and intelligent moves have ensured that this certainly won't be the case for him.
All statistics courtesy of Transfermarkt. Correct as of 20-09-26.
- Callum Altimas
ANGEL REECE BOLDLY REACTS TO HISTORIC GAME IN DREAM WIN
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| COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 17: Angel Reese #5 of the Atlanta Dream reacts to a call against the Connecticut Sun during the second quarter at Gateway Center Arena on September 17, 2026 in College Park, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Getty |
In their latest display, the Dream blew out the Chicago Sky 106-81 behind a 55-34 second-half run. As usual, Atlanta forward Angel Reese was the star of the game. Reese posted 23 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 blocks, and 2 steals.
She also continued to make league history, becoming the first player to record 500 rebounds in a season. Reese also added to her season double-double record with 30. It's just another piece of her already impressive resume, but how does she view these accomplishments?
Angel Reese Talks Making History After Atlanta Dream Win
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| COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 17: Angel Reese #5 of the Atlanta Dream reacts against the Connecticut Sun during the first quarter at Gateway Center Arena on September 17, 2026 in College Park, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Getty |
After the game, Reese was interviewed by the Prime Video broadcast and asked about her performance. She was all business and not ready to celebrate the records at 100%.
"I'm not satisfied. This is just the beginning, this is the start. This is Year 3 for me. I mean, I want to be in a league for a good amount of time. I want to win championships. I want to break records. And I'm just happy to be in Atlanta. I want to do it all in Atlanta. You see the fans, they come out and support and love us so it's easy."
In 41 games this season, Reese is averaging 16.6 points, 12.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.8 steals per contest. She has logged double-doubles in 14 of her last 16 games, including a nine-game streak.
Are Angel Reese & the Atlanta Dream the Best WNBA team right now?
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| COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 17: Angel Reese #5 of the Atlanta Dream looks on against the Connecticut Sun during the second quarter at Gateway Center Arena on September 17, 2026 in College Park, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Getty |
This Dream team might be just as good as any in the WNBA right now. They have won nine of the last 11 games and have won the last two games by a combined 69 points.
Atlanta is currently holding strong in fourth place in the standings with a 28-14 record. The Indiana Fever are just a half game behind the Dream.
It's been clear that Reese has played at an MVP level over the last two months, showing why Atlanta traded for her in the offseason. She has been everything for this franchise, putting them over the top as title contenders.
The Dream closed out the season with a two-game series against the New York Liberty. That will be a good barometer of where Atlanta is at entering the playoffs.
This article was originally published on HEAVY
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- Anthony Miller
SPAUN USES PRESIDENTS CUP SNUB TO WIN BMW PGA CHAMPIONSHIP
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| Golf - European Tour - BMW PGA Championship - Wentworth Club, Virginia Water, Britain - September 20, 2026 J.J. Spaun of the U.S. celebrates with the trophy after winning the BMW PGA Championship Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs REUTERS |
Sept 20 - J.J. Spaun had a message for US Presidents Cup captain Brandt Snedeker, and he delivered it with his clubs instead of his phone, closing with a hot finish to win the BMW PGA Championship on Sunday in Surrey, England.
Just under three weeks after being denied a captain's pick for the Presidents Cup, Spaun birdied four of his last five holes for a five-under 67 that brought him to 17 under on the week at Wentworth and left him two shots clear of a quartet of players that included world number two Rory McIlroy and former Masters winner Adam Scott.
Spaun, who started the final round one shot off the lead, said afterward that the snub fuelled his run to the title.
"I played with a huge chip on my shoulder. I definitely had something to prove this week," Spaun told reporters. "But everything happens for a reason. I'm so delighted to be here and just to even play this event."
Snedeker used his six captain's picks on Justin Thomas, Xander Schauffele, Patrick Cantlay and Presidents Cup rookies Chris Gotterup, Jacob Bridgeman and Jackson Koivun.
Spaun said he did not message Snedeker after his win, adding that the two haven't spoken. Instead, Spaun let his clubs do the talking.
"Being left off the Presidents Cup team a couple weeks ago was very disappointing, and you know, I wanted to prove that I deserve to be on that team," said Spaun. "I took care of my business this week. So all the best to the team next week at Medinah and I'll be watching."
The 2026 edition of the Presidents Cup, a biennial event that pits a US team against a lineup of international players from outside Europe, will be held at Medinah Country Club's Course No. 3 in Chicago.
The US are 13-1-1 in the Ryder Cup-style competition with their only loss coming at Royal Melbourne Golf Club in Australia in 1998.
- REUTERS
Sunday, 20 September 2026
ATLETICO MADRID BEAT REAL MADRID IN TENSE DERBY CLASH
Madrid (AFP) – Atletico Madrid edged 10-man Real Madrid 2-1 in a La Liga derby clash on Sunday to leave Jose Mourinho's side trailing leaders Barcelona by six points.
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| Grimaldo celebrates his goal. | OSCAR DEL POZO / AFP |
Dean Huijsen was sent off early in the second half for Los Blancos before Alejandro Grimaldo and Jonathan David's goals earned Diego Simeone's Atletico victory, with Antonio Rudiger pulling one back late on.
Atletico rose to second, five points behind Barca and one ahead of Real Madrid, who chalked up a second defeat of the campaign.
The game hinged on Huijsen's red card early in the second period, for pulling down Giuliano Simeone in the box which led to a penalty, tucked away by Grimaldo to set Atletico on their way.
Real Madrid were unhappy about challenges from Cristian Romero and Lee Kang-in in the first half which Mourinho said should have been red cards.
"They were two clear red cards... the difficulty we had after (Huijsen's red) with 11 (players) against 10, well imagine 50 minutes with 11 against nine," Mourinho grumbled.
"There are no miracles in football," he continued. "11 against nine, well we can imagine how that would have finished."
Atletico midfielder Koke said the victory proved his side are capable of winning trophies.
"We can compete against every team if we give 100 percent," explained Koke.
"(Real) Madrid are one of the best in the world and today we showed that."
Mourinho started with Aurelien Tchouameni in midfield over Bernardo Silva, opting for defensive clout over creativity.
There was more tension than footballing quality in the first half, with neither side capable of creating any clear chances.
The main talking point was an incident between Jude Bellingham and Atletico defender Romero.
The England international threw himself into a tackle and Romero trod on his leg, with Bellingham booked initially, but after a VAR review the referee removed the card and issued it to the Atletico man.
Madrid were also unhappy with a heavy tackle by Lee on Federico Valverde, which went unpunished just before half-time.
It was a scrappy battle, intense but lacking excitement comparative to the star power on the pitch, especially in Madrid's front line, with Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappe and Bellingham kept quiet.
Pivotal moment
The game burst into life early in the second half when Huijsen pulled back Giuliano Simeone's arm as the forward ran through on goal and Atletico were awarded a penalty.
Huijsen was dismissed after a VAR review and Grimaldo beat Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois from the penalty spot.
Mourinho reacted immediately by replacing the underwhelming Vinicius and Arda Guler and sending on club record signing Yan Diomande and Rudiger.
It was Atletico who struck next, though, with Canada international David tucking away Giuliano Simeone's raking low cross on 59 minutes for his third goal in three matches.
The hosts came close to getting a third but Courtois made an excellent save to deny Julian Alvarez and Ibrahima Konate reacted brilliantly to head Grimaldo's effort from the rebound off the line.
Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak saved from Diomande and Bellingham rowed with Giuliano Simeone as Madrid's frustrations showed, impotent to change the course of the game.
Madrid pulled a goal back in the final stages with Rudiger heading Bernardo Silva's cross past Oblak. However, it was too little too late for Mourinho's side.
"It wasn't a clean sheet, which is a shame, we had quite a good game but we left them a chance," said Oblak.
"It was important to win, but La Liga is very long."
- AFP
SOUTH KOREA BREAKS JAPAN HEARTS TO WIN ASIA GAMES BASKETBALL GOLD
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| Basketball - Men's - Gold Medal Match - Japan v South Korea - Aichi International Arena, Nagoya, Japan - September 20, 2026 Gold medallists, South Korea celebrate on the podium with their national flag during the victory ceremony REUTERS/Edgar Su |
South Korea broke Japanese hearts on Sunday when they took Asian Games men's basketball gold with a 67-57 triumph in the final in Nagoya.
Lee Hyun-jun top-scored for the Koreans with 27 points, including five three-pointers, in a scrappy victory helped by some wayward Japan shooting.
"I'm unbelievably happy," Lee said. "More than anything I'm extremely grateful to my teammates."
There was a raucous atmosphere at a packed IG Arena where every Japan score threatened to raise the roof and every South Korean free-throw attempt was barracked, despite a good contingent of away fans.
"We could hear the voices of the fans who came here from Korea very clearly, and I think their support gave us strength," Lee added.
The teams were locked 28-28 after an attritional first half but the more experienced Koreans started fast in the third period and stretched out to a 55-47 lead which proved too much for Japan to claw back.
There were emotional scenes at the final buzzer as the Korean players celebrated with their Latvian coach Nikolajs Mazurs.
"Our foreign coach, he went through a great deal. He came here alone, without his own full coaching staff, to work in a foreign country," said Lee, who could not hold back the tears at the end.
"I always seem to cry when I win a championship. The feeling of winning is so wonderful."
It was South Korea's first basketball gold since Incheon in 2014 and their fourth in Asian Games history.
Ren Kanechika was Japan's leading scorer with 13 points.
"I'm disappointed because we were aiming to win gold," said Kanechika. "We slumped in the second half."
"Korea came out strong and we lost to that, and we really respect their fight."
Iran 'put hearts on court'
Iran withstood a late fightback to beat China 79-70 and win bronze.
China led 31-29 at half-time, but Iran took charge in the third quarter to lead 55-46 and held on to spark ecstatic celebrations.
"To be honest with you I'm just speechless," said 202cm (6ft 8in) power forward Arsalan Kazemi, who in 2013 was the first Iranian to be drafted in the NBA by the Washington Wizards, but never made a regular season appearance.
"The pressure that we had on us is just out of this world," he added.
"Not a lot of athletes can say that, with the way that it has been since almost six months ago, what we have been through, what our families have been through," he said of the war at home.
"I just congratulate the people of Iran because they deserve much better.
"And I think my teammates and I put our hearts out on the court today just to get this win and make them happy."
— Agence France-Presse
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