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English clubs' plea for bigger Champions League squads rejected after Spanish backlash
Uefa has rejected requests from English clubs to increase the size of Champions League squads to 28 next season after a backlash led by their counterparts in Spain.
TL;DR
- Uefa rejected a request from English clubs to increase Champions League squads to 28 players for next season.
- Spanish clubs, including Atlético Madrid, Sevilla, and Real Sociedad, led the backlash against the proposal.
- Concerns were raised about Premier League clubs' financial strength and potential advantages in squad building.
- The existing 25-man squad size regulations will remain in place.
- The issue could be revisited before the 2027-28 season.
- The increased number of matches due to the 36-team league phase was a factor in the English clubs' request.