UEFA allows La Liga and Serie A to host domestic matches abroad
UEFA approves a historic exception allowing La Liga and Serie A to host domestic matches abroad in the 2025–2026 season — a major shift for European football.
1. UEFA sets a new precedent for European football
The match between Barcelona and Villarreal will take place in Miami (USA), while AC Milan will face Como in Perth (Australia). This is the first time UEFA has allowed a domestic league to stage an official match outside its national borders.
2. Reasons behind UEFA’s change of stance
In the past, UEFA strongly opposed the idea of hosting domestic matches abroad. However, …
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