In this episode, Priyansh hosts a deep discussion with Sean Jacobs and Tony Karon on the complexities of football ownership, the influence of private equity, fan culture, and the geopolitical aspects shaping the future of global football.
Keywords: football ownership, private equity, fan culture, UEFA, FIFA, Liverpool, Champions League, global football, sports governance, sports politics
Chapters
02:41 Liverpool's ownership structure and private equity influence
06:32 The motivations behind football club ownership by private investors
12:20 Fan culture, local roots, and ownership challenges
17:04 American club owners and the European football landscape
23:47 The politics and governance of FIFA and UEFA
33:47 The sustainability of the current football financial model
43:42 Controversies and reforms in global football governance
56:20 The role of fans and civil society in football reform
Hosts in this episode: Priyansh
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