Opinion

The Infrastructure Gap: A Barrier to Development in African Sports and Beyond

Informative, Inside Football, Opinion

The development of football in Africa has long been hindered by the lack of essential social amenities, particularly the poor infrastructure that plagues the continent. This longstanding issue has significantly impeded Africa’s ability to fully realize its potential in the global sports scene, particularly in the realm of football. Despite the abundance of athletic talent, […]

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UEFA Financial Fair Play: Shaping a Sustainable Future for European Football

Informative, Opinion, UEFA

The total debt in La Liga was estimated at a staggering £2.5 billion, leaving club owners with the arduous task of personally financing their clubs to keep them afloat. In some distressing cases, players were left unpaid as clubs struggled under the weight of their debts.

However, with the enforcement of the FFP rule, the net losses in European football drastically plummeted to approximately €125 million, marking an astounding 92% reduction from 2009 figures.

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Revolutionizing Football: The FIFA Clearing House Policy

Informative, Opinion

FIFA President Gianni Infantino estimates that the global player transfer market is currently worth between US$6 billion and US$7 billion annually, with expectations of its value soaring to approximately US$10 billion in the coming years. However, amid this influx of funds, a mere 15 to 20 percent, around US$400 million, trickles down to the clubs responsible for nurturing players into professionals.

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The CAF Super League: A Super Idea?

Informative, Opinion

Introduction The potential formation of the European Super League in 2021 was the source of much debate in football. Some said it would usher in a new age of competitiveness and revenue, while others worried about it tarnishing the sport’s reputation. As a result, the debate over whether or not the European Super League should

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Mbappe Rejects Saudi Move: Here is the solution

Opinion

Football enthusiasts, particularly those immersed in the intricacies of the sport’s business side – marketers and agents alike – may find the following proposal a brilliant solution to the enduring uncertainty surrounding the future of football’s beloved superstar, Kylian Mbappe. While those who relish the game for its on-field intrigues might not immediately grasp its

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