Twelve of Europe's top football clubs launched a breakaway Super League on Sunday, launching what is certain to be a bitter battle for control of the game and its lucrative revenue.
Twelve of Europe's top football clubs launched a breakaway Super League on Sunday, launching what is certain to be a bitter battle for control of the game and its lucrative revenue.
Breakaway Super League announced in storm of criticism By Simon Evans
FILE PHOTO: Anfield General Views
MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) – Twelve of Europe’s top football clubs launched a breakaway Super League on Sunday, launching what is certain to be a bitter battle for control of the game and its lucrative revenue.
The move sets up a rival to UEFA’s established Champions League competition and was condemned by football authorities and political leaders.
Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus are among the leading members of the new league but UEFA has threatened to ban them from domestic and international competition and vowed to fight the move.
Real Madrid, Manchester United and Juventus among 12 clubs in breakaway Super League; UEFA and FIFA
Real Madrid, Manchester United and Juventus among 12 clubs in breakaway Super League; UEFA and FIFA disapprove proposal
Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus are among the leading members of the new league but UEFA has threatened to ban them from domestic and international competition and vowed to fight the move.
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Manchester United and 11 other European clubs have launched a breakaway Super League (Reuters Image)
HIGHLIGHTS
Competition will rival UEFA s Champions League
French President Macron and UK Prime Minister Johnson oppose move
Twelve of Europe s top football clubs launched a breakaway Super League on Sunday, launching what is certain to be a bitter battle for control of the game and its lucrative revenue.