English Premier League

When a Bunch of Bloody Yanks Came for English Soccer

American investors are gobbling up the storied teams of the English Premier League — and changing the stadium experience in ways that soccer fans resent.

By Bruce Schoenfeld

English Premier League Everton (Soccer Team) Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures Soccer

Everton Is Back on Market as Deal With 777 Partners Falters

With a proposed sale stalled seven months after it was announced, a financially strapped Premier League team is seeking a backup plan.

By Tariq Panja

England English Premier League High Net Worth Individuals Minor Leagues Soccer South Shields F.C.

Want to Lose a Lot of Money, Fast? Buy a Small Soccer Team in England.

The country’s lower leagues offer a tempting entry to ownership. But the sport’s economics mean even multimillionaires can struggle to compete.

By Rory Smith

English Premier League Manchester United (Soccer Team) Ratcliffe, James Soccer

A Billionaire Bought a Chunk of Manchester United. Now He Has to Fix It.

Jim Ratcliffe spent $1.5 billion for a 25 percent stake in his boyhood English soccer club. On Wednesday, he laid out his vision.

By Tariq Panja