{"id":25715,"date":"2025-04-03T16:30:18","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T14:30:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.socialfootballsummit.com\/?p=25715"},"modified":"2025-04-03T16:30:20","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T14:30:20","slug":"sfs-at-the-european-parliament-a-success-for-the-future-of-european-football","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.socialfootballsummit.com\/en\/sfs-at-the-european-parliament-a-success-for-the-future-of-european-football\/","title":{"rendered":"SFS at the European Parliament: A Success for the Future of European Football"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

SFS Snack Brussels \u2013 Football and Europe: rules, rights and priorities<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SFS Snack Brussels<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0event concluded with great success, bringing the debate on European football governance to the heart of European institutions. Hosted at the prestigious European Parliament<\/strong>, it provided a unique opportunity for institutions, experts, and industry professionals to discuss the regulatory, economic, and social challenges that will shape the future of football in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event was introduced by institutional remarks from MEP Nicola Zingaretti<\/strong> “uniting Europe means uniting society and people. It means bringing together industries, social models, culture, and even the sports sector. Football is much more than just a game. It is passion, identity, economy, and, above all, a social bond that connects millions of people across Europe and the world. This is why we, as European institutions, cannot ignore the challenges and responsibilities related to football and sports. From respecting the rules to defending rights\u2014of players, fans, and workers\u2014football can be a great example of what Europe should be: a space of fair competition, inclusion, and opportunities for all\u201d, <\/em>and Gianfilippo Valentini<\/strong>, CEO of SFS<\/strong> – “Football is much more than a sport; it is a social, cultural, and economic phenomenon that engages millions of people. Events like SFS Snack Brussels are essential because they bring key topics related to the sustainable development of football into institutions, fostering a constructive dialogue between stakeholders, legislators, and industry professionals. Only through discussion can we build a future where football is fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable, respecting the rules and the rights of all its participants\u201d.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Three in-depth panels guided discussions among some of the leading experts in the field:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Priority Areas: Combating Discrimination and Environmental Sustainability in Football Events<\/strong> \u2013 Michele Uva<\/strong> (UEFA) and Cristiana Pace<\/strong> (Enovation Consulting) analyzed strategies and best practices to make football more inclusive and sustainable, highlighting the importance of efficient infrastructure and concrete environmental policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Media, Geoblocking, and Broadcasting Rights in Europe<\/strong> \u2013 Laura Vilches<\/strong> (Sports Rights Owners Coalition), Giuseppe Abbamonte<\/strong> (DG Connect – European Commission), and Paola Marinone<\/strong> (BuzzMyVideos) discussed the future of football content distribution in an increasingly digital landscape, addressing topics such as geoblocking regulations and media rights management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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