Rebranded Super League Seeks Fifa, Uefa Recognition
Promoters of European football's Super League announced on Tuesday they have sought official recognition from FIFA and UEFA for their newly named competition, the Unify League, citing a ruling from Europes highest court.
A22 Sports Management submitted this proposal following talks with various leagues, clubs, and other stakeholders, adjusting its qualification system to reflect annual domestic performances for participation.
The plan includes competitions with 96 teams organised into four leagues, which would take place from September to April, followed by a knockout stage beginning with the quarter-finals.
The promoters added that matches would be available for live viewing at no cost through a streaming platform.
In early 2021, European football faced a disruption when 12 of its most prominent clubs declared their involvement in the Super League, prompting an intense backlash from fans and a stern warning from UEFA that clubs and players participating would be banned from tournaments like the World Cup.