The heavily-criticised European Super League will begin “as soon as practicable” after it was backed by 12 founding clubs.
AC Milan, Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Chelsea, Barcelona, Inter Milan, Juventus, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Real Madrid and Tottenham have all put their names to the plans that threaten to rip apart football as we know it.
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez will be the first chairman of the league.
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The competition is slated to take place in midweek, although if UEFA and their allies keep their word, it means all 12 will be booted out of their domestic leagues.
“By bringing together the world’s greatest clubs & players to play each other, the Super League will open a new chapter for European football, ensuring world-class competition & facilities, & increased financial support for the wider football pyramid,” said Joel Glazer.
More to follow.
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