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Services for Member Clubs

EFC provides practical services and benefits that help our Member Clubs grow on and off the pitch. We support our members to protect value, grow revenues, manage complex challenges and strengthen the game. From legal guidance to brand protection and commercial growth, we help members focus on all aspects of club football.

Legal Services Our legal experts support clubs with guidance on football regulations, contracts and managing disputes so clubs can make confident decisions.    Support includes:  

  • Understanding and navigating football regulations (e.g. UEFA and FIFA regulations)  

  • Drafting and reviewing contracts with players, coaches, clubs and agents 

  • Assisting clubs with legal disputes 

  • Keeping clubs updated on the latest legal developments via publications, webinars and educational events  Impact: Lower risk, save time and protect reputation. 


Brand Protection Service Counterfeit products cost clubs money and damage trust. EFC’s service combines AI and football expertise to detect, remove and track fakes online.

Support includes:

  • Monitoring of major marketplaces

  • Fast takedowns of infringements

  • Analyst support for complex cases Impact: Protect revenues, strengthen brand and ensure fans get the real thing.


Sustainability

How to make sustainability a competitive advantage for clubs, from regulatory compliance to new business opportunities, fan engagement and promoting clubs as a force for good in their communities and beyond.

Support includes:

  • Working with clubs to assist the development of sustainability roadmaps and strategies

  • Delivering webinars to support clubs in meeting UEFA sustainability licensing requirements

  • Bespoke Sustainability in Football Compact Course (SFC), delivered jointly with UEFA and SDA Bocconi

  • EFC Women on Board programme, delivered in partnership with Women in Football

  • Sustainability Roadshows aimed at growing and nurturing the community of Sustainability Managers at clubs

  • Sustainability focused Academy visits Impact: Give clubs the tools and knowledge to grow and thrive thanks to sustainable strategies.


Financial Services for Clubs

Guidance on European football’s financial regulations, helping clubs make informed decisions to achieve their goals. Support includes:

  • Providing clubs with clear a explanation of UEFA and FIFA revenue distribution systems, including detailed projections

  • Support for clubs to access Club Benefits and Protection Programmes, ensuring clubs are rewarded and protected when their players compete internationally

  • Assistance with FIFA Clearing House cases, including direct escalation to FIFA to secure payments and safeguard club finances

  • Advisory services on financial benchmarking, education and tailored support to strengthen club development and sustainability