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Insuperable: Europe’s football fiasco

The Intelligence from The Economist

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This chapter examines the swift downfall of the European Super League, a controversial proposal from 12 major football clubs that faced overwhelming opposition. It highlights the economic challenges in football, contrasting the promotion and relegation system with closed league models, and discusses the implications for competition and fan engagement. The episode also considers potential solutions for balancing lucrative match-ups with the integrity of the lower tiers in football.

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