Over the past eight months, representatives of UEFA and the Super League have held regular meetings to seek a compromise on launching a new European club tournament, which could begin in 2027. Both sides are working to balance interests and ensure stability in European football.
A22, the company organizing the Super League, has already submitted its proposals to UEFA’s leadership. According to A22 representatives, the discussions have been constructive, but no final agreements have been reached. UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin maintains his previous stance and does not recognize the Super League as an alternative project.
Among the tournament structure options under discussion is a format similar to the current one. The plan involves 36 clubs, divided into two groups. The first group will include the top 18 teams by UEFA ranking for the current season, while the second will consist of the remaining 18. Each team will play eight matches: four at home and four away, with opponents only from within their group. Qualification for the tournament will still depend on performance in national leagues and the relevant coefficients.
Under the proposed scheme, the top eight clubs from the first group advance directly to the Round of 16. The remaining playoff spots are still under discussion. The Super League insists on independently managing the commercial rights to the new tournament, while the Champions League name may be retained.
UEFA officially confirms that negotiations have taken place, but emphasizes that the meetings were not held behind closed doors. The organization also states that it does not plan to change the current Champions League format and has not signed any new agreements with Super League representatives.
In the coming weeks, decisions are expected regarding legal issues linked to the Super League project, including a final court ruling in Madrid. This could impact the further course of negotiations and the structure of future European club competitions.
