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Legal Analysis


Tensions Arise between players and the Royal Spanish Football Federation
Given the history of Women’s sports around the world, it is likely no surprise to hear that there is often a feeling of mistrust between...
Emlyn Goodman
Sep 24, 20223 min read


An Inside Look into The Life of Major League Soccer’s Legal Counsel – Nashville SC
For many attorneys and law students aspiring to utilize their legal degrees to work in the sports industry, an in-house position with a...
Bryce Goodwyn
Sep 16, 20227 min read


Nastiness in Naples: Club President Issues Ultimatum to African Players
With the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup looming on the horizon, clubs around the world are faced with the anxiety-inducing reality of sending...
Bryce Goodwyn
Aug 10, 20224 min read


Barcelona’s Troubling Financial Situation
FC Barcelona has enjoyed much success on the domestic and European levels in the 21st century. Since the turn of the century, they’ve won...
Greg Termolle
Jul 28, 20224 min read


FIFA’s Friendly Fire: Ukrainian Club Taking FIFA to Court over June Ruling
Since the outbreak of the Russian invasion in Ukraine, FIFA has attempted to demonstrate solidarity by assisting foreign nationals...
Bryce Goodwyn
Jul 22, 20223 min read


Breaking Down the Legal Proceedings Surrounding the European Super League: Final Decision Expected
This past week in Luxembourg, Europe's highest judicial body, the European Union Court of Justice, heard legal arguments surrounding the...
Mel Stack
Jul 19, 20224 min read


Court of Arbitration for Sport Dismisses Russian Appeals
On July 15, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) dismissed all appeals filed by the Football Union of Russia (FUR) against Fédération...
Landis Barber
Jul 19, 20222 min read
Club or Country: The Devastating Repercussions for A Player Faced with A Difficult Decision
In a year with the FIFA Men’s World Cup on the horizon, it’s normal for moments that spark widespread debate among supporters to appear...
Bryce Goodwyn
Jul 8, 20223 min read
For the Good of the Game: The Faces of FIFA’s Corruption May Finally Face Repercussions
While American football fans and legal analysts have fixated their attention on events pertaining to the numerous lawsuits entered...
Bryce Goodwyn
Jul 2, 20223 min read
Better Not Be Caught with a Celebratory Drink In Your Hands at the 2022 FIFA World Cup
In an eyebrow-raising, but less-than-surprising decision, FIFA has re-stated its policies regarding following all laws in countries that...
Zachary Bryson
Jun 27, 20224 min read
If You Can’t Sign Him, Sue Him? The Most Interesting Transfer No One is Talking About
In the world of international soccer – or football as they implore it be called overseas – the process of player transfers can be...
Bryce Goodwyn
Jun 24, 20223 min read
A Blip in The Road: Canada Soccer’s Rocky World Cup Preparation
As the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup in Qatar grows closer, one might be inclined to believe that the period of preparation for the...
Bryce Goodwyn
Jun 19, 20223 min read
Apple Reaches Media Rights Deal With Major League Soccer
Apple and Major League Soccer (MLS) have agreed on a 10-year deal to air all MLS content, including games, exclusively on Apple TV for a...
Landis Barber
Jun 16, 20222 min read
David Tepper’s Real Estate Holding Company Files For Bankruptcy
In a calculated move, GT Real Estate Holdings, LLC (“GTRE”), owned by Panthers and Charlotte FC owner David Tepper, has filed for Chapter...
Landis Barber
Jun 3, 20222 min read
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