Analysis: A year on from the Super League – founding clubs recorded operating losses of €1.8 billion
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At the heart of the Super League proposal was the intent to cement broadcasting proceeds each year and solidify the 12 clubs’ position at the top of European football.
A year on from the announcement, and with a relaunch looming once again, we have looked at the founding clubs’ 2020/21 accounts.
Why it matters: The Super League project has had massive impact on the football industry in many respects.
The perspective: The founding clubs announced their plans to “save football” mid-April last year, in a year when the clubs accumulated operating losses of €1.8 million. How can football be financially sustainable?
26 March 2022 - 7:16 PM
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