In a groundbreaking move that signifies a potential turning point for professional football, European football authorities and the global players’ union, FIFPRO, have united in their opposition to FIFA’s authority over the international football calendar. The collaboration, which culminated in the filing of an antitrust lawsuit with the European Commission in Brussels, has drawn attention
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In a significant move poised to challenge the governance of soccer, European Leagues, the FIFPRO players’ union, and Spain’s LaLiga have announced their intention to file a complaint with the European Union (EU) against FIFA regarding the increasingly congested soccer calendar. With elite clubs increasingly vocal about the adverse effects of this scheduling expansion, concerns
The FIFA Club World Cup is entering a transformative phase, with plans for a revamped format anticipated to begin in the United States on June 15, 2025. This new iteration will feature 32 clubs competing over a month at various stadiums across the nation. While the expansive nature of the tournament aims to enhance its
In the world of professional football, the rigors of a packed schedule can take a significant toll on players’ health, performance, and overall well-being. The recent decision by the Premier League to deny Manchester City’s request to postpone their first two fixtures of the upcoming season highlights this issue. Manchester City, along with Chelsea, has
As the countdown to the 2025 Club World Cup looms, excitement and anticipation are palpable within the Inter Miami camp. Head coach Gerardo Martino recently conveyed his belief that the team is now equipped with the essential “football fundamentals” to vie for a coveted spot in the tournament. While FIFA has yet to determine which
The landscape of football transfers is about to experience significant changes as FIFA has announced interim transfer rules designed to facilitate player movement ahead of the upcoming Club World Cup scheduled for June-July 2025 in the United States. This article will delve into the implications of these new rules, the potential impact on player movements,
FIFA is gearing up for a highly anticipated announcement regarding the venues for the 2025 Club World Cup, set to be unveiled at the Global Citizen Festival in New York City this Saturday. This tournament marks a significant evolution in global club competitions, transitioning from its traditional structure to a more expansive model featuring 32
Football, a sport beloved by millions, finds itself at a critical juncture as fixture congestion continues to mount, leading to intensified calls from players and stakeholders for a reevaluation of the existing calendar and competition structure. Recent statements from Javier Tebas, president of La Liga, underline a growing sentiment among top professionals regarding their suffocating
The world of football is currently teetering on the precipice of an unprecedented player strike, fueled by escalating concerns about player burnout and overexertion. The traditional discussion around player welfare has intensified, especially following expanding competitions and tighter match schedules. Top athletes are voicing their struggles, and the grim specter of a strike looms larger
In the contemporary landscape of professional football, players are faced with an unprecedented challenge: fixture congestion. The Professional Footballers Association (PFA) has made it clear that it is taking legal action against FIFA due to the overwhelming increase in match schedules. The situation has reached a boiling point, with prominent figures in the sport, such