Following a significant win for Super League advocates in European courts, Manchester United led the charge as the first Premier League club to firmly refuse rejoining a revamped European Super League (ESL). This decision came after the unveiling of new plans for a rebel three-tier structure, announced right after judges ruled that UEFA’s regulations against such a league contradicted EU law. Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, and Atletico Madrid echoed this sentiment, rejecting the breakaway competition in their respective statements.
United released an official statement affirming their unchanged stance: “Our position has not changed. We remain fully committed to participation in UEFA competitions, and to positive cooperation with UEFA, the Premier League, and fellow clubs through the ECA on the continued development of the European game.”
Bayern Munich’s CEO and ECA’s Vice-Chairman, Jan-Christian Dreesen, emphasized their dedication to national leagues and European football’s structure, reiterating their opposition to the Super League.
City, Tottenham, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool similarly reiterated their commitment to UEFA competitions and working within established football structures, distancing themselves from the ESL.
PSG’s president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, maintained their staunch opposition to the ESL, emphasizing support for the European Sports Model and collaboration with stakeholders for the benefit of fans and players.
The Premier League also reaffirmed its rejection of the ESL, highlighting the importance of fan support and the fundamental principles of open competition in domestic and international club tournaments.
Additionally, English club executives dismissed any potential future involvement in the ESL, citing the Football Governance Bill as a deterrent and expressing collective commitment to the Premier League’s regulations.
Despite the favourable ruling from the European court, the ESL faces continued opposition and a bleak outlook, particularly with support primarily from Real Madrid and Barcelona. The project, originally intended to rival the UEFA Champions League, encountered rapid backlash from fans, governments, and domestic leagues. The possibility of English teams engaging in such competitions remains slim, with indications of potential expulsion from English football if pursued against established regulations.
Manchester United performance and stats
Manchester United is currently 7th in the Premier League with 28 points.
In the last 17 games, it has won 9 times, drawn once, and lost 7 times. In its last match, Manchester United drawn 0-0 against Liverpool.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 18 goals and conceding 21.
Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against West Ham United on Saturday 23rd of December in London. The prediction is West Ham UnitedManchester United winning the match.
Manchester City performance and stats
Manchester City is currently 4th in the Premier League with 34 points.
In the last 17 games, it has won 10 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 3 times. In its last match, Manchester City drawn 2-2 against Crystal Palace.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 40 goals and conceding 20.
Manchester City will play the next match in Premier League against Everton on Tuesday 26th of December in Liverpool.
Chelsea performance and stats
Chelsea is currently 10th in the Premier League with 22 points.
In the last 17 games, it has won 6 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 7 times. In its last match, Chelsea won 2-0 against Sheffield United.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 28 goals and conceding 26.
Chelsea will play the next match in Premier League against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday 24th of December in Wolverhampton. The prediction is Chelsea winning the match.
Liverpool performance and stats
Liverpool is currently 2nd in the Premier League with 38 points.
In the last 17 games, it has won 11 times, drawn 5 times, and lost once. In its last match, Liverpool drawn 0-0 against Manchester United.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 36 goals and conceding 15.
Liverpool will play the next match in Premier League against Arsenal on Saturday 23rd of December in Liverpool. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.