Miguel Cornieles
Sports Reporter
Sports journalist curious about stories behind competition and the economic impact of events. Early in his career, he brings rigor in storytelling, pursuit of direct sources, and eagerness to learn sports and business analysis methods.
Articles by Miguel Cornieles
Champions League: Real Madrid vs Bayern, Barça vs Atleti. The Final Starts in the Quarterfinals
Jaw-dropping thrashings, the Premier League knocked out almost entirely, and four matchups that look like they were pulled from a dream final. The round of 16 set the stage for April.
World Baseball Classic: Venezuela reaches its first final. USA plays its third straight
For the first time in 20 editions, Venezuela plays for the World Baseball Classic title. Across from them: the favorite at -275 on the money line and a 24-year-old starter his manager describes as 'built for this moment'.
The Jumpman arrives at the Maracanã. Brazil will wear Jordan at the 2026 World Cup
For the first time in history, a national team will wear the Jumpman logo at a World Cup. Brazil today presented in São Paulo its second kit signed by Jordan Brand, available starting March 13.
The Champions League round of 16 delivered six thrashings, a crying goalkeeper and a 96th-minute penalty
Bayern thrashed 6-1, Atlético scored four in 22 minutes, Bodø/Glimt keeps destroying giants, and Lamine Yamal saved Barça from the penalty spot in stoppage time.
Round of 16: Mbappé out, Haaland a doubt, and Bodø/Glimt arrive as the Arctic surprise
49 players arrive on yellow card warnings. Madrid face City without their top scorer. A club of 45,000 inhabitants eliminated Inter and now play in the Arctic. The real Champions League begins.
Champions League: Bodo/Glimt Humiliates Inter, Galatasaray Destroys Juventus in Dramatic Round of 16
Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt eliminates Inter 5-2 on aggregate. Galatasaray comes back against Juventus in extra time. Real Madrid overcomes Benfica amid racism scandal.
Ferrari rotated its wing 180 degrees and explained nothing. Aston Martin couldn't even reach the straight
Leclerc set the fastest time, Antonelli dominated for several days, and Aston Martin completed the tests with the lowest mileage on the grid and an unresolved engine problem.
Premier League to ban sponsorships from unlicensed betting companies: Stake.com and Everton in the eye of the storm
British government advances ban on sponsorships by unlicensed betting operators. Everton and its £10M contract with Stake.com in focus.
Norway Sweeps Milano-Cortina 2026 with 18 Gold Medals: Italy Celebrates Best Winter Olympic Performance Ever
Closing ceremony confirms Norway as the winter powerhouse with 41 medals. Italy wins 30 medals on home snow. French Alps 2030 receives the Olympic flag.
Bodo/Glimt Crushes Inter 3-1 in the Arctic Circle
Arctic Norwegian team beats Inter 3-1 in Champions League. Artificial turf and extreme cold paralyze Italians. Second leg at San Siro decisive.
Shiffrin Breaks Olympic Drought: Slalom Gold After 8 Years
Mikaela Shiffrin wins gold in Milano Cortina slalom by 1.5 seconds. First medal since 2018. Largest margin in alpine skiing since 1998.
Champions League: Vinicius Reports Racism, Real Wins 1-0, Juve Collapses
Real Madrid beats Benfica 1-0 with Vinicius goal. Match halted 10 minutes after racism accusation against Prestianni. UEFA opens investigation. PSG comeback and Juventus falls 5-2 to Galatasaray.
Regina Martínez Makes History: 1st Mexican Woman in Olympic Cross-Country Skiing
Regina Martínez Lorenzo qualifies as the first Mexican woman in cross-country skiing at the Winter Olympics. Finishes last but writes history.
Brazil Reaches Winter Podium and Great Britain Shines in Skeleton While Ukraine Sparks Controversy
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen makes history as first South American with a winter Olympic medal. GB dominates skeleton and Ukraine faces disqualification.
Milan-Cortina 2026: Dutch Records, Swiss Dominance, and Women's Hockey Power
Feb 10-11 recap at Milan-Cortina 2026: Olympic records, key medals, and days that reshape the winter medal table.
Tottenham Sacks Thomas Frank Following Defeat: Club at Risk of Relegation
Tottenham dismisses Thomas Frank after defeat against Newcastle; club 16th in Premier and seeks manager to avoid disaster.
Cracked Medals in Milan-Cortina Spark Controversy
Dozens of official medals delivered at Milan-Cortina 2026 arrived damaged; athletes and IOC demand answers and immediate replacements.
Italy Celebrates Mixed Gold in Short Track: Arianna Fontana Leads Home Triumph
Arianna Fontana guides Italy to gold in the mixed short track relay at Milan-Cortina 2026; historic moment for the country's most decorated skater.
Olympic Record: Jutta Leerdam Wins Gold in 1,000m and sets new record
Jutta Leerdam sets new Olympic record in 1,000m (1:12.31), leading a Dutch double that underscores their dominance on the track.
Super Bowl LX: Seahawks Crowned with Dominant Defense and Myers Record
Seattle defeats New England 29-13; Kenneth Walker III named MVP and Jason Myers makes five field goals, new record in the final.
Record Demand: FIFA Receives 500 Million Ticket Requests for 2026 World Cup
FIFA registered over 500 million ticket requests for the 2026 World Cup; allocation will be by lottery and supply doesn't meet demand.