The Court of Appeal in Madrid has ruled that UEFA abused its dominant position to block the Super League, and Real Madrid is seeking damages.

The Madrid Court of Appeal confirmed that UEFA abused its dominant position, attempting to prevent the creation of the European Super League in 2021. This decision comes after the ruling of the CJEU in 2023 and emphasizes that UEFA and FIFA acted arbitrarily, prohibiting European clubs from participating in alternative competitions. Real Madrid, one of the initiators of the Super League project, welcomed the decision and stated that it paves the way for compensation for the damages suffered.

Although the future of the Super League remains uncertain due to fan opposition and the success of the Champions League, Real Madrid continues to challenge UEFA's regulations, arguing that they do not ensure transparent and sustainable governance. The impact of this decision on European football is still unclear, considering that UEFA adopted new regulations in 2022. The promoters of the Super League, A22 Sports Management, claim that they are authorized to create the competition, given that UEFA can no longer intervene.