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Naming Rights FC

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Chelsea and Newcastle United are thinking about selling the naming rights to their stadiums. But why do fans get so upset about their hallowed ground having a corporate moniker? Full Article at BBC News

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  1. Redknapp found out the news from Tottenham executive director Paul Barber on Friday lunchtime and admitted that it reflects the changing nature of football. Full Article at Tribalfootball.com

  2. TOTTENHAM Hotspur and London arch-rivals Chelsea put the issue of stadium naming rights on the agenda this week after both clubs revealed plans to tap the sponsorship market in their bid to compete. Full Article at Shanghai Daily

  3. Everton FC also plans to bring on a naming rights partner, either for Goodison Park - its home since 1892 - or a new ground. It hired AEG to handle the sponsorship search. Full Article at Brand Republic

  4. Chelsea appear to have shelved any plans to move from Stamford Bridge after revealing the club would consider naming rights for the stadium. Full Article at ESPN STAR Sports

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