“UEFA has the right to appeal, meaning any compensation to Real Madrid could take time to resolve.”
Real Madrid announced it will seek compensation from UEFA after a Spanish court ruling. The court found that UEFA broke European competition rules by blocking the European Super League in 2021.
The club says it suffered major financial losses, estimated between €4.5 billion and €4.7 billion. These losses include match-day revenue, broadcast rights, and sponsorship deals. Real Madrid tried to negotiate with UEFA to reform football governance but could not reach an agreement.
The court also found that UEFA and FIFA abused their dominant positions. However, the ruling does not make the Super League legal. UEFA can appeal the decision, which may delay any payment.
The case shows ongoing tensions between top European clubs and football governing bodies over rules, independence, and financial fairness. It also sets a precedent for how EU competition law may influence football governance in the future.