Max Kindler Book order
- 2014
- 2009
Football Club Ownership in England and Germany
The effectiveness and lawfulness of the "50 plus 1 rule" and what Germany can learn from England
- 80 pages
- 3 hours of reading
The analysis explores the contrasting legal frameworks governing football club investments in Germany and England, highlighting Germany's restrictive regulations versus England's liberal approach. It examines potential conflicts of interest related to club ownership, debates surrounding the German 50 plus 1 rule, and its implications for competitiveness compared to English football. Additionally, the thesis raises concerns about the rule's compliance with European antitrust laws and its effectiveness in light of existing loopholes in German corporate legislation.