Tag: Football Governance
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Flamengo Convenes Deliberative Council Meeting to Clarify Libra Dispute
Overview Flamengo has summoned the club’s Deliberative Council for a formal presentation on the Libra revenue-sharing dispute. The session is scheduled for October 7 at 18:00, to be held in the Salão Nobre (Noble Hall) at Gávea. The objective is to illuminate the controversies embedded in Libra’s statute, particularly the criteria used to divide audience-rights…
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Excluding Flamengo: Palmeiras Leader Pushes New Brazilian League
What happened In a move that underscored the deepening rift within Libra, Palmeiras president Leila Pereira suggested a provocative path forward: forming a new league that would exclude Flamengo. The remarks came during an interview with Esporte Record, with a cut of the interview later published by Portal R7 on Instagram. The full material is…
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Leila Pereira Calls for Flamengo Exclusion from Libra League Over TV Pay-Per-View Dispute
Context: Libra, pay-per-view rights and a blocking decision The dispute centers on the distribution of pay-per-view revenue tied to the Libra deal with Globo. A recent judicial ruling by the Rio de Janeiro Court of Justice halted a payment of R$ 77 million, a portion of the estimated earnings from Libra’s pay-per-view metrics. The injunction…
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Leila Pereira Calls for Flamengo Exclusion from Libra League amid Pay-Per-View Dispute
Background: A Brewing Rift in Libra’s Pay-Per-View Deal The dispute surrounding Brazil’s Libra pay-per-view arrangement intensified when Flamengo secured a court ruling that blocked a portion of the streaming revenue earmarked for Libra member clubs. The injunction, issued by the Rio de Janeiro Court of Justice, paused about R$ 77 million in payouts tied to…
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Palmeiras President Proposes Excluding Flamengo from a New League
Palmeiras President Signals a Break with Flamengo in a Libra Tug‑of‑War The dispute within Libra, the bloc of Brazilian clubs negotiating TV rights, took a sharp turn as Palmeiras president Leila Pereira suggested a provocative idea: form a new league that excludes Flamengo. Speaking to Esporte Record, Pereira floated the possibility that the carioca club…
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Palmeiras Director Slams Rogério Ceni Over Ethics After Abel Ferreira Critique
What happened after the match In a Brazilian Série A encounter at Arena Fonte Nova, Palmeiras secured a victory, but the night also sparked a heated exchange off the pitch. Abel Ferreira criticized the pitch conditions, saying the surface resembled a rough pitch more suited to other sports and lamenting injuries to players during the…
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Between Regulations and Politics: Is Israel’s Suspension from Football Real?
Overview: The Question on the Table In recent weeks, the possibility that Israel could be suspended from international football has risen from rumor to serious discussion within FIFA and UEFA. The fate of Israel’s national team and its clubs would hinge on a delicate mix of statutes, enforcement practice, and geopolitical pressure. The debate mirrors,…
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Joseph Oughourlian Calls for Improved Governance at LFP
Joseph Oughourlian’s Vision for LFP Governance In a recent episode of RMC’s After Foot, Joseph Oughourlian, the owner of RC Lens, boldly expressed his views on the need for significant governance reform at the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP). His call for action resonates with many stakeholders within French football, particularly in light of ongoing…
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Man City and Premier League Settle APT Rules Dispute
Introduction In a significant development for football governance, Manchester City has officially settled its dispute with the Premier League regarding the rules governing associated party transactions (APT). This resolution marks a crucial moment in ensuring compliance within the league and re-establishing trust between one of its most prominent clubs and the governing body. Understanding APT…
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Manchester City Settles Premier League Dispute Over Sponsorship Rules
Introduction Recently, Manchester City has reached a significant settlement with the Premier League concerning the rules that restrict top-tier clubs from engaging in sponsorship contracts with companies linked to their ownership. This agreement provides clarity and direction in a landscape where financial misconduct has been under scrutiny. The Dispute Explained The core of the issue…