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UEFA approves Villarreal-Barcelona game in Miami
UEFA approved two domestic league matches abroad due to unclear FIFA rules, stressing these exceptions must not set a precedent amid widespread opposition from fans and institutions.
- UEFA reluctantly approved Barcelona to play a league match in Miami and AC Milan in Australia as an exception to the rule that domestic league matches should be played at home.
- UEFA said it will contribute to FIFA's review of rules to uphold the integrity of domestic competitions and the bond between clubs and fans.
- Football Supporters Europe criticized the decision, saying it risks undermining leagues' history and success while harming football in Europe and beyond.
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Among other things, the FC Barcelona is supposed to play a league game more than 7000 kilometers away from home, the UEFA finds the thought unpleasant. However, by referring to the regulations of the world association one waved through two encounters in quite foreign place. The UEFA boss finds clear words.
UEFA reluctantly allows Barcelona to play league game in US and face Milan in Australia
Amid fierce opposition from fan groups across the continent, UEFA consent was a key step for La Liga’s plan to stage Villarreal vs. Barcelona in Miami on Dec. 20 and Serie A’s AC Milan vs Como in Perth in February.
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Although the European body does not agree with the fact that league parties are competing outside the country concerned, it approved it as an exception
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