In a pivotal move, the Italian Football Federation (FGIC) has implemented a decisive clause poised to bar clubs associated with the European Super League from participating in the Italian Serie A starting from the 2024-2025 season.
The backdrop of this development traces back to the tumultuous introduction of the European Super League in April 2021, a contentious initiative that garnered interest from twelve top European clubs, including the likes of Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and Juventus, considered pioneers of the league.
Despite the initial fervor, the European Super League faced swift opposition within 72 hours of its launch, succumbing to fan protests and formidable threats from football governing bodies such as FIFA, UEFA, and domestic football federations. Juventus, the final holdout, eventually withdrew from the plan. While sponsors A22 Sports, alongside Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, sought legal recourse in the European court, an intriguing turn of events unfolded.
Surprisingly, the court ruled in favor of the Super League, asserting that clubs opting to join the league should not face football bans. Nevertheless, the FGIC has taken a resolute stance by incorporating a clause designed to prevent clubs from concurrently participating in both the European Super League and the prestigious domestic Serie A.
Renowned Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano shared this groundbreaking decision on Twitter, stating, "Italian Federation FIGC decided to approve a clause to prohibit access to the Super League for Italian clubs.
FIGC will not allow Serie A clubs to join any competition other than UEFA, FIFA, and FIGC. If any club joins the Super League, it will be excluded from Serie A 2024/2025." This stringent measure underscores the FGIC's commitment to upholding the integrity of traditional football structures and resisting the incursion of breakaway leagues.
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