Nine of the twelve clubs withdrew their names from the Super League due to the widespread criticism that followed. Only three remained firm – Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Juventus – who could now pay the price for their insubordination.
UEFA has begun proceedings against the three rebellious Super League clubs, the organization announced. Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Juventus – the only clubs still standing after the Super League fiasco – are now at risk of a two-year ban from UEFA competitions, including the Champions League.
“Following an investigation conducted by UEFA ethics and disciplinary inspectors in connection with the so-called ‘Super League’ project, disciplinary proceedings have been opened against Real Madrid CF, FC Barcelona, and Juventus FC for a potential violation of UEFA’s legal framework,”
read the statement from UEFA.
Twelve clubs announced their intentions to break away from UEFA to form their own Super League. Their proposal was put to the general public on April 18 via a joint statement by all 12 clubs in question.
The proposal involved all of the six “big clubs” from England, the “big three” of Spain, Juventus, Internazionale, and AC Milan. Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund, and Bayern Munich were also invited but declined the invitation before renouncing the competition.
A website laying out the league’s plan was also launched shortly after, with details about a future expansion into women’s football. The organizers argued that the league was key to the financial stability of the top clubs, which would trickle down to the lowest reaches of European football.
The proposal was met with fierce criticism from fans, governing bodies, experts, and even politicians. That led to the quick demise of the project, with nine clubs withdrawing from the closed league within days.
