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The News
According to Deutsche Welle, the German Bundesliga and three other leading European football leagues have said major reforms to world-governing body FIFA are "essential." However, they stopped short of calling for the resignation of boss Gianni Infantino.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, this request reflects an increasing model of alliance between the major European football clubs to influence FIFA's decisions. In a broader context, these demands point to the ongoing tension between FIFA and European clubs regarding the rules and policies of global football.
