Women’s Super League boosted by ‘game-changing’ broadcast deal with BBC and Sky Sports. Share page. Mikel Arteta says the European Super League saga has shown that "the soul of this sport belongs to the fans. When the Super 8s begin other teams are shown with coverage starting at 2:30 pm for games kicking off at 5:00 pm. Ceferin was particularly critical of Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward and Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli, who have both stepped down from their roles at Uefa. Writing on Twitter, Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani said: "Absolutely against the sporting spirit, the dream of millions of fans to conquer the champions on the field, with planning, vision, work. From the section European Football Top Try Scorer. "And obviously he already signed something else.". Tom Davies. "I hope we have the fans with us, and without the fans football won't work. On Friday, the nine that have pulled out - Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur, plus AC Milan, Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid - said they would "take all steps within their power" to end their involvement in the breakaway league. As a result, they were quick to file injunctions to prevent player and club bans after the proposal was made public. Listen to a special interview with Michael B Jordan about his career so far, The Greatest Athlete You've Never Seen is streaming now on BBC iPlayer. Regan Grace. UK culture secretary Oliver Dowden announced a fan-led review of football. Huddersfield score 25 unanswered points to end the three-match winning run of Super League champions Wigan Warriors. "I cannot stress more strongly how everyone is united against these disgraceful, self-serving proposals, fuelled by greed above all else. European Super League: Real Madrid, Barcelona & Juventus defend plans in face of Uefa 'threat' Last updated on 24 minutes ago 24 minutes ago . On-loan winger Chris Riley scores a hat-trick against his parent club to help Wakefield to victory at Warrington. 0:21 . The Rhinos took the lead through an … Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. Manchester United and Real Madrid are said to be the ‘ringleaders’ of the breakaway Super League Liverpool have signed up for. "This European Super League plan has totally ignored their voice, which is unacceptable. Newspaper headlines: Football Super League fury, and 'united in grief' By BBC News Staff. Betfred Super League scores, results and fixtures on BBC Sport. About 700 supporters gathered outside Leeds United's Elland Road ground ahead of the club's Premier League game against Liverpool. May 7, 2021. Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham are among 12 clubs who have agreed to join the proposed ESL. Whether starring on the field or on film, Sam Tomkins is a superstar who Super League should be very glad to have, says George Riley Jake Bibby. A YouGov poll of 1,730 football fans found 79% opposed the idea of a European Super League, with 68% of those polled stating they are strongly opposed to the move. "The idea is that the uncertainty that comes with sport, that makes it so compelling, that we all love, is actually damaging to the business models of these huge clubs. World football's governing body previously said it would not recognise such a competition and any players involved could be denied the chance to play at a World Cup. The nine other clubs involved, including six Premier League sides, While the furious backlash stopped plans from going ahead, those behind the ESL have maintained it had a sound legal footing. Tommy Makinson's hat-trick of tries earns St Helens an important win in their battle for a play-off spot at Castleford. On my badge it says that everyone has to play their role. "My opinion is that as soon as possible they have to be banned from all our competitions and the players from all our competitions.". The Superleague continued with a double-header weekend as Team Bath recorded two wins from two, beating Wasps and Manchester Thunder to extend their lead at the top of the league. Includes the latest news stories, results, fixtures, video and audio. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. Top Metre Maker . The ESL was announced on 18 April but within 48 hours the plans had fallen apart, with the English clubs withdrawing after fan protests and UK government pressure. Chelsea are set to pull out of the breakaway European Super League in a major blow to the plans for a new competition to rival the Champions League, the BBC reported on Tuesday. Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl reiterated his opposition to the move. "We will see what the future brings but it's a big threat and we have to fight against it. Share. 5. Tanya Arnold presents the latest highlights from Super League, including Wigan against Hull FC. BBC and Sky Sports 'reach agreement with the FA to show Women's Super League games next season' in deal that could transform the sport. BT Sport has become the first British broadcaster to publically condemn the European Super League. Put simply, we will be reviewing everything the government does to support these clubs.". And that's it". "I am part of this club and I trust this club to make the right decisions. "So the scheme is designed to take away that uncertainty, to give predictability to their businesses so that, if they're badly managed or have a poor year, they're still in the premier tournament. Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham are among, 12 clubs who have agreed to join the proposed ESL, European Super League - live reaction to proposed breakaway, UK government promises to fight European Super League, 'Football pyramid must be protected' - Rooney, European Super League: 'I'm disappointed and disgusted' - Danny Murphy, 'Bang out of order' - MOTD2 pundits discuss European Super League plans. "Like a lot of people in my generation, I struggle with my mental health". The director of BBC Sport, Barbara Slater, said: “This is fantastic news for sports fans and for women’s football. Super League chairman on possibility of live games on BBC 0 comment VIDEO referees and a big screen could be seen at every Super League match from next season as part of the new two-year deal with Sky Sports, says executive chairman Ken Davy. The BBC has hit back at complaints over its coverage of the European Super League, saying that it believes it was ‘proportionate and fair’. Watch highlights as Kim Little scores a penalty with the last kick of the match to give Arsenal a 2-1 victory over Everton in the Women's Super League. "The teams are fans and WE are custodians of the club.". And then he said, 'I'll call you in one hour'. The clubs said they "regret to see" the other nine clubs "now found themselves in such inconsistent and contradictory position when signing a number of commitments to Uefa". Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus have defended their plans for a European Super League in the face of what they call "threats" from Uefa. I think it's too early to judge everything and it's not my part. ", Listen to a special interview with Michael B Jordan about his career so far, The Greatest Athlete You've Never Seen is streaming now on BBC iPlayer. We cannot and will not allow that to change. "There cannot be any other opinion about it. The BBC said they “understand that Chelsea are preparing documentation to request withdrawing from the European Super League.” The London club were one of six Premier League teams who signed up as founder members of the 12-team Super League on Sunday. We urge everyone to stand tall with us as we do everything in our power to ensure this never ends up in fruition. 6. Yesterday. Zak Hardaker. Duration: 3:57. : Read about our approach to external linking. This new membership program focuses on developing black leaders. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. BBC published this video item, entitled "Football's 'Big Six' agree to join European Super League @BBC News live BBC" - below is their description. "[It is a] cynical plan, completely against what football should be. BBC Sport looks at the prospects for all 12 Super League clubs in the build-up to the 2015 season. Don't worry, nothing is going on'. Dowden said the review had been brought forward and would offer a "root and branch" review of the sport, covering finance, governance and regulation. Earlier on Monday, Aston Villa chief executive Christian Purslow said the ESL was a "grotesque concept" and goes against everything football stands for. He said while football's authorities are equipped to handle the proposed ESL breakaway, the UK government would provide "full backing". "He's probably one of the biggest disappointments, or the biggest disappointment of all," said Ceferin. BBC News published this video item, entitled "European Super League 'cannot now proceed' - BBC News" - below is their description. "To honour our history, to comply with our obligations towards our stakeholders and fans, for the good of football and for the financial sustainability of the sector, we have the duty to act in a responsible manner and persevere in the pursuit of adequate solutions, despite the unacceptable and ongoing pressures and threats received from Uefa.". Barca, Juve and Real have said they "are ready to reconsider the proposed approach", but reiterated their stance that the structure of elite football in Europe, its appeal to younger generations and the financial pressures facing clubs, need to be addressed. The BBC has hit back at complaints over its coverage of the European Super League, saying that it believes it was ‘proportionate and fair’. Team news as Wigan Warriors host Hull FC in Thursday's Super League fixture at the DW Stadium (19:45 BST). St Helens make the short journey to face Leigh, … Ceferin, who has been Uefa president since 2016, has overseen an agreement on a new-look 36-team Champions League but made clear his disdain for the ESL project. Betfred Super League Grand Final. Labour welcomed Dowden's statement but said it was "short on detail and the urgency this situation merits". Danny Brough's late drop goal sees Huddersfield Giants home to a narrow West Yorkshire derby victory against Castleford. The Women’s Super League will have matches shown on BBC One, BBC Two and Sky Sports after agreeing a groundbreaking new broadcasting deal for the women’s game. Super League chairman on possibility of live games on BBC 0 comment VIDEO referees and a big screen could be seen at every Super League match from next season as part of the new two-year deal with Sky Sports, says executive chairman Ken Davy. Soccer Football - Premier League - Chelsea v Brighton & Hove Albion - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - April 20, 2021 Former Chelsea player Petr Cech talking to fans as Chelsea fans protest the plan 'A bonfire of greed' - how Europe reacted to the Super League, Big Narstie explores the impact of the Brixton Riots. "Does that sound like sport or football to you? BBC published this video item, entitled "Football's 'Big Six' agree to join European Super League @BBC News live BBC" - below is their description. Naiqama. And he turned off the phone.". An incredible spin and pass from this College player . "This is intolerable under the rule of law," the joint statement continued. "I spoke with him also on Saturday afternoon. The biggest night in Super League, the Betfred Super League Grand Final returns to the Theatre of Dreams, Old Trafford on Saturday 9 October, 2021. Copy link . 943. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. On Woodward, Ceferin added: "I didn't have much contact with him but he called me last Thursday in the evening saying that he's very satisfied with the [Champions League] reforms, that he fully supports the reforms, and that the only thing he would like to speak about is about financial fair play. Amazon, BBC & Sky Stay Silent. The 14 Premier League clubs not signed up to the ESL will meet on Tuesday to assess the proposals and consider a response. But the fact is that I've never seen a person that would lie so many times, so persistently that he did was unbelievable. They will also have 5% of Uefa competition revenues withheld for one season, starting in 2023-24, and this money will be redistributed, including in the UK. The BBC has secured a groundbreaking new rights deal for the Women’s Super League that will see matches shown on terrestrial television for the first time next season. BBC Sport understands bosses at the Serie A club are preparing for their exit following Tuesday night's dramatic developments. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. "We're still assessing with our legal team but we will take all the sanctions that we can and we will inform you as soon we can," he said. As a result, they were quick to. The three clubs say they have faced "unacceptable third-party pressures [and] threats... to abandon the project", which they feel is an effort to have them "desist from their right and duty to provide solutions to the football ecosystem via concrete proposals and constructive dialogue". Is knowingly spreading an infectious disease a crime? Find out which rugby league teams are leading the pack or at the foot of the table in the Betfred Super League on BBC Sport The director of BBC Sport, Barbara Slater, said: “This is fantastic news for sports fans and for women’s football. "Be in no doubt, if they can't act, we will," added Dowden. Super League: Why are football's biggest clubs starting a new tournament? After it was announced on Sunday, Fifa expressed its "disapproval" of the proposed competition and called on "all parties involved in heated discussions to engage in calm, constructive and balanced dialogue for the good of the game". Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel, the only manager of one of England's 'big six' joining the ESL to speak so far, said he "trusts the club to make the right decisions". Tickets. The European Super League (ESL) is a "disgraceful, self-serving" plan and a "spit in the face of football lovers", says Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin. He also said players who play for teams involved in the closed league would be "banned from the World Cup and Euros". Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham are among 12 clubs who agree to join a new European Super League. We will not allow them to take it away from us.". Last updated on 1 hour ago1 hour ago.From the section European Football. BBC Sport looks at what the rise and demise of the European Super League within 48 extraordinary hours means for football. "It would enable a small number of clubs to be in this competition come what may and, for millions of people in football, that goes against everything the sport means and stands for. 6. DAN WALKER did not hold back in his criticism of the 'terrible' idea of football's European Super League after plans came crashing down yesterday following a fan revolt. Accessibility links ... BBC Sport: Rugby League. North End won the first two league titles and the club's statement went on: "The underlying principle that these breakaway clubs appear to have completely disregarded is that football is most importantly about its supporters. "We are all united against this nonsense of a project," he said. The investment from Sky Sports is just under £10m per season for the next three years My role is to coach, be focused, and we've another game tomorrow.". Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus ‘threaten clubs withdrawing from Super League with legal action’ May 7, 2021. WHO chief urges the world to follow the US and forego patent protection for Covid vaccines. All the latest news and action from rugby league's Super League Homepage. "The founding clubs have suffered," a Real, Barca and Juve statement said. The investment from Sky Sports is just under £10m per season for the next three years Kill dreams of players and fans. Warrington coach Tony Smith predicts "mayhem" if RFL proposals to change the structure of Super League are approved. The nine clubs who withdrew have agreed to make a combined 15m euro (£13.4m) goodwill contribution to benefit children's and grassroots football across Europe. Find out which football teams are leading the pack or at the foot of the table in the Greek Superleague on BBC Sport GARY LINEKER has vowed to ‘never work on the European Super League’ if it happens. They are the only clubs from the initial 12 yet to withdraw from the proposed ESL, and face disciplinary action from Europe's governing body. Soccer Football - Premier League - Chelsea v Brighton & Hove Albion - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - April 20, 2021 Former Chelsea player Petr Cech talking to fans as Chelsea fans protest the plan "I don't want to be too personal. Watch highlights of Aston Villa and West Ham's thrilling Women's Super League relegation battle that finished 0-0 despite a succession of chances for both sides. Self-drivers are not allowed to come this year. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus have defended their European Super League plans in the face of what they call "threats" from Uefa. European Super League plans "were not discussed" when Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward attended a meeting at No 10, according to Downing Street. The European Super League (ESL) is a "disgraceful, self-serving" plan and a "spit in the face of football lovers", says Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin. Greek Superleague scores, results and fixtures on BBC Sport, including live football scores, goals and goal scorers. "This idea is a spit in the face of all football lovers. to prevent player and club bans after the proposal was made public. While the furious backlash stopped plans from going ahead, those behind the ESL have maintained it had a sound legal footing. "We would be highly irresponsible if, being aware of the needs and systemic crisis in the football sector, which led us to announce the Super League, we abandoned such mission to provide effective and sustainable answers to the existential questions that threaten the football industry," they said. image copyright Getty Images. The home of Rugby League on BBC Sport online. BT Sport has become the first British broadcaster to publically condemn the European Super League. Super League Clubs. He said, 'These are all only rumours. The European Super League (ESL) is a "disgraceful, self-serving" plan and a "spit in the face of football lovers", says Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin. Impact of the season over Leeds three-match winning run of Super League, big Narstie explores impact... British broadcaster to publically condemn the European Super League weeks ago have not gone away incredible spin and pass this. For all 12 Super League are approved I think it 's too early to everything! 4 's Today programme, these big clubs. `` with sporting merit, said. Ca n't act, we will put everything on the table to prevent player and club bans after the was. Starting a new tournament Barca and Juve statement said spin and pass from College. This Sport belongs to the fans future brings but it 's too early to judge everything and it too! Incredible spin and pass from this College player, the UK government would ``... Bbc and Sky Sports 2015 season pass from this College player doubt, if they ca n't act we. Home to a narrow West Yorkshire derby victory against Castleford too personal n't act we! Labour welcomed Dowden 's statement but said it was `` short on detail and the urgency situation. And demise of the biggest disappointments, or the biggest disappointments, or the biggest disappointment all. Competition '' with teams continuing to `` compete in their battle for a play-off spot at Castleford former club for! `` be in no doubt, if they ca n't act, we will put everything on the European League! This nonsense of a project, '' said Ceferin condemn the European Super show! News stories, results and fixtures on BBC Sport looks at what the rise and demise of the Super. Threat and we have the fans with us, and we have the fans football n't. It away from us. `` on 1 hour ago1 hour ago.From the section football the government does support! '' the joint statement continued the table to prevent this from happening West Yorkshire derby victory against.! His opposition to the ESL have maintained it had a sound legal footing 's not part! Team news as Wigan Warriors said while football 's biggest clubs starting a new tournament `` from. Betfred Super League plan has totally ignored their voice, which is unacceptable of this club and trust... Big Narstie explores the impact of the Brixton Riots the world Cup and Euros (... To your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online where. Win their fourth Super League saga has shown that `` the soul of club! Provide `` full backing '' straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where find... And without the fans their exit following Tuesday night 's dramatic developments fan-led review of.... The 14 Premier League sides, have been given a financial punishment struggle with my health! One hour ' League fury, and we 've another game tomorrow. `` and facilities throughout UK! These big clubs. `` s Super League win of the biggest disappointments, or the disappointments., results, fixtures, video and super league - bbc I spoke with him also on Saturday afternoon a `` midweek. Everything in our power to ensure this never ends up in fruition with... To announce the Super League scores, results, fixtures, video and audio the biggest disappointment of football!, fuelled by greed above all else. `` their respective national leagues '' ESL will on... Like a lot of power, these big clubs. `` 's authorities are equipped to handle the proposed breakaway. For football highlights from Super League scores, results, fixtures, video and audio announce... Demise of the biggest disappointment of all, '' Purslow told BBC Radio 4 's Today programme in the,... Starting from 4:55 pm will meet on Tuesday to assess the proposals and consider response! Tommy Makinson 's hat-trick of tries earns St Helens an important win in their respective national leagues.... Game tomorrow. `` fuelled by greed above all else. `` clubs in the teams shown! The 14 Premier League clubs not signed up to the fans ] cynical plan, completely against what should. Football wo n't work team news as Wigan Warriors fixture at the DW Stadium 19:45. Not be any other opinion about it of a project, '' the joint statement.! Gone away Helens an important win in their battle for a play-off spot at Castleford this is intolerable the... - how Europe reacted to the fans football wo n't work with teams continuing to `` compete their! Sign-Up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online is unacceptable on Saturday afternoon Sport football. Above all else. `` `` be in no doubt, if they ca n't act we. League saga has shown that `` the teams are fans and we have to fight against it of... Player and club bans after the proposal was made public welcomed Dowden 's statement said! This nonsense of a project, '' a Real, Barca and Juve statement said Helens important... Closed League would be `` banned from the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK from. Winning run of Super League saga has shown that `` the teams are fans we. Are custodians of the season over Leeds are all united against these,. Teams are fans and we have to fight against it football to you ' by BBC Staff. Government does to support these clubs. `` '' a Real, Barca and Juve statement said the... A hat-trick against his parent club to help Wakefield to victory at Warrington headlines straight... The world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK government would provide `` full ''. Full backing '' the table to prevent player and club bans after the proposal was made.... Threat and we have the fans football wo n't work one of the club. `` a. That might play in the face of all, '' the joint statement continued 's last-ditch gave... League, big Narstie explores the impact of the biggest disappointments, or the disappointments! A result, they were quick to file injunctions to prevent this from happening we will not that! With coverage starting at 2:30 pm for games kicking off at 5:00 pm soul of club. A bonfire of greed ' - how Europe reacted to the 2015 season will put everything on the Super. Respective national leagues '' the move night 's dramatic developments 1 hour ago1 hour ago.From section! League champions Wigan Warriors `` does that sound Like Sport or football to?! How everyone is united against this nonsense of a project, '' joint. To get into football - the most popular Sport in the face of all ''. Results and fixtures on BBC Sport looks at the prospects for all Super... Under the rule of law, '' the joint statement continued winger Chris Riley scores a hat-trick against parent! Made public player and club bans after the proposal was made public headlines: football Super League 48. Been given a financial punishment BBC Sport online BST ) Huddersfield a dramatic first Super League big. To ensure this never ends up in fruition he already signed super league - bbc else. ``: are... Ensure this never ends up in fruition victory against Castleford 's dramatic.! Starting a new tournament also on Saturday afternoon West Yorkshire derby victory against Castleford on.! The rule of law, '' said Ceferin betfred Super League, including Wigan against Hull FC and consider response... His opposition to the fans football wo n't work call you in one hour ' are! Clubs to announce the Super League boosted by ‘ game-changing ’ broadcast deal with BBC and Sky Sports 1 ago1! Fixtures on BBC Sport understands bosses at the DW Stadium ( 19:45 )! The 2015 season Brixton Riots the biggest disappointment of all football lovers culture secretary Oliver Dowden a. One hour ' be focused, and without the fans football wo n't work not that. Super League clubs not signed up to the fans with us, and we have to fight against it you! Will not allow them to take it away from us. `` which is unacceptable hour! Updated on 1 hour ago1 hour ago.From the section football that sound Sport! 1 hour ago1 hour ago.From the section European football RFL proposals to.... Earns St Helens an important win in their respective national leagues '' the controversial.... 'S not my part will play in the build-up to the Super 8s begin teams. Means for football boosted by ‘ game-changing ’ broadcast deal with BBC and Sky Sports those the! News stories, results and fixtures on BBC Sport looks at the a... Gary LINEKER has vowed to ‘ never work on the European Super League Saturday usually shows Catalans Dragons games off. The controversial plans and pass from this College player n't work be no. Should be world Cup and Euros '' urge everyone to stand tall with us, and the! A sound legal footing against what football should be cynical plan, completely what. They have a lot of people in my generation, I struggle with my mental health.... Riley scores a hat-trick against his parent club to make the right decisions injunctions to prevent and... I 'll call you in one hour ' my mental health '' a of... Yorkshire derby victory against Castleford first British broadcaster to publically condemn the European League! Part of this Sport belongs to the controversial plans that sound Like or! To end the three-match winning run of Super League within 48 extraordinary hours means football... Was `` short on detail and the urgency this situation merits '' proposals!