After a protracted series of courtroom disputes and unsuccessful negotiations, Real Madrid, along with A22 Sports Management—the organization behind the controversial European Super League—are gearing up to initiate a lawsuit against UEFA, seeking an extraordinary €4.5 billion in damages. This legal action is rooted in a pivotal antitrust ruling by the European Union, which alleges... Continue Reading →
UEFA to Evaluate Changes to International Break Frequency and Champions League Qualification Model
UEFA is taking significant steps towards reimagining the landscape of international football, as revealed by the formation of a new working group dedicated to examining potential reforms in the structure of major competitions. This initiative comes amid growing concerns that the current qualification formats for prestigious tournaments like the World Cup and the European Championship... Continue Reading →
Uefa ‘Reluctantly’ Approves Games Played Abroad Amid Controversy
Uefa president Alexander Ceferin has characterized the decision to stage two European league matches outside their home countries as "regrettable," yet insists it is a unique event that will not set a long-term precedent. This comment comes in light of the imminent clash between La Liga rivals Villarreal and Barcelona, which is scheduled to occur... Continue Reading →
Rodri warns players are considering striking due to the high number of games
The concerns voiced by Manchester City midfielder Rodri regarding the increased number of games resonate deeply with players across various clubs and competitions. The significant expansion of the Champions League format, coupled with the impending inaugural 32-club Fifa Club World Cup, has given rise to mounting apprehensions regarding player workload and exhaustion. The 28-year-old was... Continue Reading →
New format for Champions League post-2024: Everything you need to know
The 2024/25 UEFA Champions League will feature a new format, impacting fans and UEFA's other club competitions. European football's enduring success and popularity can be attributed to its continuous evolution and adaptation, exemplified by the UEFA Champions League's transformation since its inception as the European Champion Clubs' Cup in 1955. UEFA consulted with key stakeholders... Continue Reading →
Cristiano Ronaldo to be honored as Champions League all-time top scorer with a special award from UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin on Thursday
Cristiano Ronaldo's impact on the football world transcends the boundaries of time and space, as he has undoubtedly etched his name in the annals of football history. As the all-time leading goalscorer in the UEFA Champions League, Ronaldo will be rightfully honored with a special award from UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin. This recognition serves as... Continue Reading →
Aleksander Ceferin has announced that he will not seek re-election for the UEFA presidency in 2027.
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin's decision to step down at the end of his current presidency following a UEFA Congress vote permitting him to stand for a fourth term in 2027 has sparked significant attention and discussion within the world of football governance. Ceferin, who initially came to power eight years ago on a platform of... Continue Reading →
