European football leagues issued a formal accusation against FIFA, classifying the conduct of football's governing body as "abusive" regarding the women's football calendar. This accusation arises in the context of disputes over competition organization and the overload of matches imposed on players.
The association representing European leagues believes that FIFA plays contradictory functions in the football landscape. The entity is simultaneously responsible for regulating football globally and for organizing its own competitions, which according to the accusers creates a conflict of interest harmful to players and national competitions.
This is not the first time tensions have emerged between FIFA and national leagues regarding the management of sports calendars. The women's football issue has been particularly sensitive, with increased demand for top competitions and the need to balance international commitments with the domestic calendars of different leagues.
