GWT: 2011-12 UEFA Europa League Quarterfinals

[Freak187]

Originally Posted by Savi

So we've got Valencia-Atlético and Sporting-Athletic in the semis.

Should be an all-Spanish final imo.

Is that 1 bilion Euro combined debt of Spanish clubs good for something after all...

It's a disgrace to football that Spanish clubs have MASSIVE debts, while other clubs (that are located in other EU countries) have to keep there debt to an absolute minimum otherwise the local football association will veto the participation.

I hope that Platini can introduce financial fair play very soon. It will be better for European football.

The Spanish government was planning to relieve the tax-debts of the Spanish football clubs, so that they could start fresh again.

[Evilo]

Italy and England have the same problems, not just Spain.
These are the top 3 leagues, and the reason why is because they have the biggest players, and the reason why is because they have the most money spent (not necessarily owned)

[Freak187]

Originally Posted by Evilo

Italy and England have the same problems, not just Spain.
These are the top 3 leagues, and the reason why is because they have the biggest players, and the reason why is because they have the most money spent (not necessarily owned)

England is owned by a bunch of rich oil sheiks. If the clubs have financial issues, the sheiks will transfer money to the club.

In Spain, the debt is solely for the clubs. If they are going to bailed out, the money has to come from their own people. 50% youth unemployment rate.... the bubble has to burst.

[Evilo]

England is not owned by millionaires. 4-5 teams are. And debts not being allowed includes Chelsea, City and others.

Fair play will hit the EPL clubs hard too.