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UEFA report finds increased squad sizes is reducing workload for many but transfer inflation is rampant

September 15 – UEFA’s European Club Talent and Competition Landscape report, released this morning, has underlined two of the defining features of modern European football: the growing effort to protect players from overload and the relentless rise in transfer spending.

Across the continent’s top 20 leagues, clubs used more players than ever before in 2024/25 – a decision UEFA say is a conscious rebuttal of the increasing player workload.

Euro 2025

Record breaking Euro 2025 delivered Swiss hosts €220m of economic impact

September 14 – UEFA’s record-breaking Women’s EURO 2025 saw a €220 million boost in economic activity for host nation Switzerland.

UEFA has released more numbers surrounding EURO 2025 that saw 29 of the 31 games sold-out, and an average attendance of more than 20,000 for the first time at a Women’s EURO. In total a record 657,291 tickets were sold, of which 35% went to international spectators.

Africa

CAF to launch Yalla app alongside first AFCON Morocco 2025 ticket release

September 15 – With just 100 days until AFCON 2025 kicks off on December 21 – full name TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 – organisers have confirmed how fans will be able to secure their seats for Africa’s biggest football event, and unveiled new digital tools aimed at modernising the matchday experience in the process.

Concacaf

USA and Racing Louisville’s DeMelo in ‘stable’ condition after collapsing during NWSL match

September 15 – USA and Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo is “stable and alert” after she collapsed during her club’s match in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) on Sunday.

Europe

Hard-done-by Real Madrid turn on ‘scandalous’ LaLiga referees and compile dossier to send to FIFA

September 15 – Real Madrid may be sitting pretty at the top of La Liga with a perfect record, but the Spanish giants have again turned the spotlight away from their football and on to the referees, preparing a dossier of supposed injustices to send to FIFA.

Europe

Head of women’s football Claire Bloomfield to quit ECA

September 15 – Claire Bloomfield, the head of women’s football at the European Club Association (ECA), has announced her departure from the organisation.

Concacaf

Schalke begins the long road back to sporting and commercial sustainability

September 14 – German sleeping giants FC Schalke 04 have released the latest edition of their business newsletter, providing updates on sporting direction, commercial partnerships, hospitality development, and sustainability projects, as the club continues to navigate financial strain.

Concacaf

Mascherano bemoans loss of Suarez but did MLS let them off lightly?

September 14 – The combustible career of Luis Suárez has never been short of headlines. From his infamous handball against Ghana in the 2010 World Cup, to multiple biting incidents, and the racial abuse suspension of Patrice Evra, the Uruguayan has always had a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde persona.

Europe

UEFA to seek more consultation before greenlighting Italian and Spanish league matches overseas

September 12 – UEFA has delayed a decision to greenlight Italian and Spanish league matches abroad, citing the need to consult with stakeholders.

After the European governing body’s executive committee meeting in Tirana, Albania, a UEFA statement said: “The Executive Committee discussed the requests from the RFEF and FIGC to approve the playing of one domestic league match each outside the home country, in particular outside the UEFA territory. The committee acknowledged it as an important and growing issue but expressed the desire to ensure that it has the views of all stakeholders before coming to a final decision.

Competitions

Metropolitano to host 2027 UCL final; €1m bonus for Women’s Nations League final four

September 11 – UEFA’s Executive Committee, meeting in Tirana, Albania, yesterday, has formally confirmed the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid will host the 2027 Champions League final. UEFA also approved €1 million for distribution to the final four teams in the 2025 Women’s Nations League finals.

Africa

Morocco opens Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat after 2-year rebuild

September 12 – Morocco has unveiled the rebuilt Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, with Crown Prince Moulay Hassan officially inaugurating the 68,500-seater venue earlier this week.

Europe

Short of cash, Spartak Varna asks fans to share sponsorship presentation

September 12 – Bulgarian top tier club Spartak Varna continues to struggle for survival following the departure of the club’s previous owner departed following a dispute with the team’s fans.

Concacaf

Suriname top 2026 qualifying group overcoming El Salvador and a night of racist abuse to do so

September 11 – Concacaf’s final group round of 2026 World Cup qualifiers saw Jamaica get off to a fast start with two wins, while Honduras and Suriname continued their form from the Summer Gold Cup to top their groups after two rounds.

Europe

FIFPro reiterates calendar stance as player workload concerns grow

September 11 – Following the latest international window, world players’ union FIFPro has once again repeated its demand to establish a sustainable match calendar in a bid to address player workload issues.