Major Clubs' Lobbying Group Expresses Concern Over FIFA Plans
Short overview
The EFC, formerly the ECA, has expressed serious concern about FIFA's plans. The statement is significant because clubs own player contracts, which FIFA needs for participation.
The lobbying group of major clubs, the EFC (formerly the European Club Association), has expressed serious concern about FIFA's plans. Although the language is relatively muted, the statement is significant because clubs own the player contracts whose participation FIFA requires.
The official statement was released on the EFC website.
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