FIFA could once again soon find themselves in yet another legal battle. Soccer’s global governing body previously lost a case against European Super League organizers. They then faced another lawsuit regarding a policy that blocks league games from happening in other countries. FIFA officials, however, recently came to an agreement with promoters Relevent Sports Group on the issue. As a result of deal, Relevent had to drop their court case against the governing body.
While one case has been completed, another may be set to start. FIFPRO, the international players’ union, has teamed up with the World Leagues to threaten a potential lawsuit against FIFA. The point of contention surrounds the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States next summer. Officials previously revealed plans to expand the competition from seven clubs to 32.
UEFA will see the most teams feature at the tournament. Twelve European sides highlight the teams on display in the United States. CONCACAF, the hosting confederation, will have a total of five teams. Four of those are CONCACAF Champions Cup winners, such as the Seattle Sounders and Monterrey. Also, one additional MLS team will compete in the tournament.
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The decision to expand the Club World Cup has not gone down well with the players and their union. There are concerns about player welfare and safety because of the added matches at a time when many players typically rest.
Not only has FIFPRO publicly condemned FIFA’s decision to expand the competition, but the World Leagues has now joined forces with the union. The World Leagues is a group that officially represents professional soccer leagues around the globe.
According to New York Times reporter Tariq Panja, the two groups have contacted the governing body to inform them that they have taken legal advice over the issue. Both FIFPRO and the World Leagues recently submitted a letter to FIFA…
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Author : Chris Moore
Publish date : 2024-05-09 17:28:05
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