Martyn's Law: What does the latest guidance on terrorism protection mean for UK sports organisations?
When[1] the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 (better known as Martyn’s Law) received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025, the broad shape of the regime was already clear: cert…
When Is a No-Poach Agreement a ‘By-Object’ Restriction? Lessons from Tondela (Part 1)
The[1] judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in Tondela[2] has already gene…
Can a No-Poach Agreement Be Justified? The Legitimate-Objective Route in Tondela (Part 2)
This[1] is the second of a two-part article analysing the Court of Justice of the European Union (C…
Deepfakes and sports stars: the legal toolkit to protect image, brand and likeness
We live in an increasingly online world. Online videos and images have a real impact, influencing e…
Safeguarding in Esports and Video Gaming - Publisher and Federation Responses (Part 2)
[1]Part 1 (see here[2]) of this series outlined a working definition of safeguarding in esports and…
Who owns watt? Why control over cycling's data economy matters
Athlete performance data has become central to performance, strategy and commercialisation in sport…
Beyond the stadium: the hidden complexity of valuing real estate in sport
The valuation of sports real estate assets is likely to become increasingly important and scrutinis…
Towards a human rights policy for Japanese sports governance
Sports in Japanese public policy is often promoted as a catalyst: the power of sports as a vehicle…
FIFA’s World Cup tech revolution – and the IP behind the scenes
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the largest and most technologically advanced tournament ever staged. Ho…
How will the new EU Anti-Money Laundering Regulation impact football clubs & agents?
Professional football clubs and agencies will be subject to the new EU Anti-Money Laundering Regula…
Sports defamation disputes: A forensic accountant’s guide to assessing monetary damages
This article examines from an accountant’s perspective the key methodologies forensic accountants a…
FIFA's Transfer System 2027: A New Role for Collective Bargaining in Global Football?
On[1] 10 June 2026, FIFA and FIFPRO announced two landmark agreements[2] that will reshape the regu…
Corruption and integrity in sport: Enforcement, governance and emerging risks
Corruption[1] in sport, including match-fixing, betting manipulation, bribery and the abuse of gove…
LIV Golf loses PIF funding: What are the legal implications?
On[1] Thursday 30 April 2026, LIV Golf announced new board appointments “as the league focuses on s…
Relegation Is No Shield: The Scope Of Premier League Commission Sanctioning Powers After Leicester City
The Premier League’s (PL) disciplinary framework gives its independent Commissions a range of power…
Why do IPL Valuations Continue to Rise? An Analysis of the Commercial and Governance Models in Franchise Cricket
This[1] year a series of landmark transactions reshaped ownership across the Indian Premier League…
Brazil's New Capital Markets Framework for Football Clubs and Investors (SAF Law)
This article examines how Brazil’s SAF Law (a corporate legal framework for Brazil’s football clubs…
Fan Abuse, Liability & "All Reasonable Steps": How Sports Clubs Must Prepare for the ERA 2025
Recent reports of racist abuse directed at players during Premier League and Six Nations fixtures,[…
No Clean Slate: How UK Immigration Treats Athletes With Criminal Convictions
When it comes to foreign nationals with criminal records who wish to enter or stay in the UK, the i…
FIFA World Cup 2026 Ticketing under Competition Law Scrutiny: What impact could a complaint to the European Commission have on football?
On[1] 24 March 2026, Football Supporters Europe (a not-for-profit international football fan associ…
Managers To Benefit From Greater Protection From Unfair Dismissal under The Employment Rights Act 2025?
The[1] Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025), which received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025, coul…
Greater Player Power? How The Employment Rights Act 2025 may impact Football’s Labour Market
The[1] Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025), to be phased in across 2026 and 2027, represents a st…
Football And The Employment Rights Act 2025 - A Structural Reset For Employment
The[1] Employment Rights Bill received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025.[2] During 2026 and 2027, w…
Athlete Brand Ambassadors: Do's And Don'ts for Sponsors & Brands
Brands and sports stars have benefitted from lucrative collaborations for decades; they provide sig…
Inside The New Stadium Finance Playbook: Opportunities & Credit Dynamics of Modern Venues
Stadium and arena projects are increasingly being financed as long-life infrastructure assets, with…
Understanding HMRC's 'Obvious Error' Powers: A Guide for Professional Athletes and Their Agents
Professional athletes face unique tax challenges. Higher income levels, multiple revenue streams fr…
The 2026 UEFA Business Case for Women's Football - Key Insights & Takeaways
Last weekend, our COO & Head of Women’s Sport Gabriella Lowe, was invited to attend UEFA’s Busi…
Beyond the Super League: How the Madrid Ruling and Competition Law Are Reshaping Sports Governance
Although the European Super League (ESL) looked like it had been relegated to the history books[1]…
From Regulations to Representation: Understanding FIFA’s Change of Association Regulations Through Ryan Williams’ Journey
In international football, the moment a player represents a national team is the culmination of not…
From Riyadh to London: A Comparative Guide to Sports Arbitration in Saudi Arabia and England & Wales
This article[1] considers how the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (the Kingdom) is building its own sports…
Procuring Sustainability Technology in Football: Reporting Duties, Greenwashing Risk, & Contractual Pitfalls
In the last few years there has been an increased focus on environmental sustainability from all or…
