Overview
- European Commissioner Glenn Micallef condemned plans to stage European domestic fixtures abroad, calling the idea a betrayal and pledging support for fans.
- Lega Serie A said it was astonished by the accusation and argued that taking a single match overseas promotes Italian football globally without exporting the championship.
- Proposals under discussion include AC Milan vs. Como in Perth in February 2026 and Barcelona vs. Villarreal at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium in December 2025.
- FIFA and UEFA have not approved the plans, with Football Australia and the Asian Football Confederation yet to give clearance for the Perth proposal.
- Premier League chief executive Richard Masters reiterated there are no plans to play English league matches overseas.