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CBF Unveils Phased Financial Fair Play Plan for Brazilian Clubs, Starting in 2026

The framework sets spending and debt caps with progressive penalties, with a final version due at the Nov. 26 CBF Summit.

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Overview

  • Implementation begins in January 2026 with monitoring, tighter checks start in April 2026, and full application is planned by 2028–2029.
  • Cost controls mirror European models, capping wages plus player amortization at 70% of revenue and short‑term debt at 45% by 2029.
  • A progressive sanctions ladder includes public warnings, fines, revenue retention, transfer bans, points deductions and potential relegation or license loss.
  • From April 30, 2026, clubs entering judicial recovery must hold payroll at the pre-process average and may sign players only if sales cover net spending.
  • Flamengo pressed for a synthetic‑turf ban and stricter limits on clubs in recovery, drawing Vasco’s criticism, but technical items like turf were set aside as the CBF accepts feedback through Nov. 14 before the Nov. 26 presentation.