Friday , May 17 2024

International Football

2022 FIFA World Cup praised for its unique cohesive power!

The FIFA Council met today in advance of the FIFA World Cup final in Doha, Qatar, which FIFA President Gianni Infantino hailed as the “best ever”, following nearly a month during which “football reinforced its unique cohesive power by uniting the world in a spirit of peace and friendship”, and …

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FIFA publishes 2022 Intermediaries in International Transfers report!

Fees paid for the services of club intermediaries amounted to USD 622.8m in 2022, according to the Intermediaries in International Transfers report published by FIFA today, marking a 24.3% increase in clubs’ spending on fees compared to 2021 and only 4.9% less than the record level of spending on intermediary …

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Emirates & AC Milan extend their long-standing partnership!

AC Milan and Emirates have today announced the extension of their long-standing partnership. Emirates will continue as Official Airline Partner and a Principal Partner of the Rossoneri in a relationship that has successfully spanned over 15 years. The iconic Emirates “Fly Better” logo will continue to prominently feature on the …

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European Leagues statement on today’s Opinion of the CJEU Advocate General!

The European Leagues welcome the conclusions of the General Advocate of the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU) in the case C-333/21 European Super League. The European Leagues commend the confirmation of existing jurisprudence which protects the fundamental principles of the sport pyramid model such as the openness of …

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FOX Sports Mexico renews CONCACAF Champions League broadcast rights for four more seasons!

FOX Sports Mexico and CONCACAF have announced a contract renewal for FOX Sports Mexico to continue broadcasting the CONCACAF Champions League (CCL) for the next four seasons (2023-26). This announcement reinforces the goal of the two organizations to offer the best content to fans. The 15th edition of the Scotiabank …

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LaLiga welcomes conclusions of CJEU Advocate General case on European Super League!

LaLiga, the only league involved in the procedure, welcomes the conclusions of the Advocate General of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) that FIFA and UEFA rules under which any new competition is subject to prior approval are compatible with EU competition law. The Advocate General states …

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FIFA welcomes Opinion issued by European Court of Justice!

FIFA welcomes the Opinion issued today by Advocate General Rantos of the European Court of Justice in which he confirms the standing and legitimacy of FIFA and UEFA to approve any new football competitions. By the same token, the Advocate General considers that sanctions may be imposed in respect of …

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UEFA statement following today’s Opinion of CJEU Advocate General!

UEFA warmly welcomes today’s unequivocal Opinion recommending a ruling of the CJEU in support of our central mission to govern European football, protect the pyramid and develop the game across Europe. UEFA warmly welcomes today’s unequivocal Opinion recommending a ruling of The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) …

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