Thursday, November 29, 2012
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| NFL: Falcons stadium chief outlines public’s role Posted: 29 Nov 2012 08:30 AM PST One of the chiefs behind Atlanta Falcons' plans to relocate to a new stadium claims that taxpayers can expect to own 100% of the new facility, having been asked to fund just 30% of it. The Falcons recently announced that they were in talks to move to a new ground within the next five years, and demolish their existing Georgia Dome home, which was constructed in 1992. "The public sector will own 100% of the new stadium for 30 cents on the dollar," said Poe, who is the executive director of the Georgia World Congress Center. Poe added that he is confident revenues generated by the new stadium would more than make up for the investment made in its construction, which is estimated to total more than $900m. The catalyst behind the move, aside from the potential offered by a more cost-effective facility, is a desire expressed by Falcons chiefs to play outdoors, while the club's ownership is understood to be explore the possibility of hosting a Super Bowl and future Soccer World Cup matches. Poe emphasised the importance of a public-private partnership as a means of funding the new facility, noting that Georgia's taxpayers provided all of the funding for the Georgia Dome. Those examining the process, including Wyc Orr, who is a member of the Common Cause Georgia board, encouraged members of the public to voice their opinions on the proposal. "It is important for both Atlanta and Georgia taxpayers to engage in the process and make sure their voices are heard," Orr told gathered football news reporters. "This is an opportunity for all members of the public to have direct, person-to-person communications with those who are conducting these negotiations which will have such a direct impact on the public treasury." On the field, the Falcons have lost just once this season and betting NFL markets suggest hopes are already high among punters about a possible Super Bowl push in 2013.  |
| Posted: 29 Nov 2012 04:46 AM PST New Zealand have looked imperious on their tour of the northern hemisphere so far and when head coach Steve Hansen says his side must improve further, that should get alarm bells ringing for members of the England camp. The All Blacks have been dominant in their performances in Europe, with Scotland, Italy and Wales all being powerless to stop the Kiwi machine. New Zealand did not even have to be at their best to see off Wales 33-10 in Cardiff on Saturday, and that's arguably the best side in the northern hemisphere in the last 18 months, after a successful World Cup and winning the Six Nations Grand Slam. Next up for the All Blacks they will take on an England side who have lost their last two games narrowly to both Australia and South Africa in hard-fought encounters at the Home of Rugby. Hansen should fancy his side's chances but he knows that England will not go down easily at Twickenham, as they hope to end their Autumn International Series on a high before the Six Nations campaign starts with a clash against Scotland on February 2. The New Zealand boss said: "We put them under a lot of pressure but then of course got Cory (Jane) in the sin-bin (for a deliberate knock-on) and we lost our control and shape for some time - which allowed them to come running back at us. "But we can't afford to get ahead of ourselves and if we don't prepare in genuine fashion England will give us a thumping next week. However, we'll enjoy this success and start again on Monday." Don't forget to head over to Betfair for all the latest Betfair rugby internationals news, previews, odds and opinion, you can also use your Betfair Bonus for extra fun.  |
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