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Real Madrid and UEFA Strike Principles Deal to Close Super League Dispute

The pact outlines a route to settle litigation with emphasis on sporting merit, club sustainability and improved fan experience.

Overview

  • A joint statement by Real Madrid, UEFA and the European Football Clubs group announced an agreement of principles for the well-being of European club football.
  • The framework is designed to resolve legal disputes tied to the Super League once the agreed principles are executed and implemented.
  • Barcelona confirmed its withdrawal last week, leaving Madrid as the lone holdout before today's accord signaled the project's effective end.
  • Madrid and organizer A22 had pursued multi‑billion‑dollar damages reported at about $4 billion, a dispute the new framework is intended to address.
  • The agreement reaffirms sporting merit and sustainability and references enhancing fan experience through technology, aligning with UEFA's ongoing competition reforms.