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European Leagues Expands FIFA Complaint to Women’s Match Calendar

9/8/2026

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European Leagues in Belgium extended its competition-law complaint against FIFA to include the women’s international match calendar.
The extension was filed with the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Competition on Tuesday.
European Leagues argues FIFA’s actions endanger growth, financial sustainability of women’s professional leagues and player health.
The group previously lodged an October 2024 complaint alleging FIFA abused a dominant position for the men’s calendar.

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European Leagues in Belgium extended its competition-law complaint against FIFA to include the women’s international match calendar.
The extension was filed with the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Competition on Tuesday.
European Leagues argues FIFA’s actions endanger growth, financial sustainability of women’s professional leagues and player health.
The group previously lodged an October 2024 complaint alleging FIFA abused a dominant position for the men’s calendar.