The Failure of the Cjeu and the Commission to Support Football Consumers, and the Need for a European Sports Act

Key Points

• This analysis examines the shortcomings of the CJEU and the European Commission in protecting football consumers and advocates for stronger measures.
• Evaluated rulings of the CJEU including Bosman and Diarra cases.
• Assessed the European Commission's role in enforcing competition law.
• Proposed the establishment of a European Sports Act for better regulation.
• CJEU rulings have negatively affected consumer competition in football.
• Weak enforcement of competition law by the European Commission harms fans and small clubs.
• A proposed European Sports Act could enhance competition and improve the sports ecosystem.

Abstract