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The European Super League (sorry, the Unify League) is back - but where is the imagination?


Published on 2024-12-18 20:05:16 - The New York Times
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  • Unify is the latest brainchild of A22, the company that appears to exist solely to pursue the abolition of European football as we know it

The article from The Athletic discusses the ongoing developments surrounding the European Super League (ESL) and its potential revival. A22, the company behind the ESL, has proposed a new format that aims to unify European football leagues under a multi-divisional competition system. This proposal comes after the initial ESL plan collapsed in 2021 due to widespread backlash from fans, clubs, and governing bodies like UEFA. The new model seeks to address previous criticisms by ensuring open competition, merit-based promotion and relegation, and greater financial distribution to clubs across Europe. Despite these efforts, UEFA and other football authorities remain skeptical, with ongoing legal battles in European courts potentially shaping the future of European football governance. The article highlights the tension between traditional football structures and the push for a more financially lucrative and competitive league format.

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