t a time when we should be celebrating our victory in the Community Shield at Wembley—a triumph that reflects the hard work, dedication, and sporting excellence of our players, staff, and supporters—we find ourselves instead addressing an issue that strikes at the very heart of football’s integrity.
The recent decision by UEFA, upheld by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), has cast a long shadow over what should have been a moment of pure pride and unity. This ruling sends a deeply troubling message: that sporting merit, the foundation upon which all competition is built, is now secondary to arbitrary decisions taken behind closed doors.
Football has always prided itself on fairness. The results achieved on the pitch should be the ultimate measure of success, not the outcome of protracted legal disputes or administrative interpretations. When decisions of such magnitude can be made without due regard for sporting achievement, we risk eroding the very principles that make the game beloved by millions worldwide.
Our Community Shield victory at Wembley was not handed to us; it was earned through commitment, discipline, and talent. It was a celebration of everything that is right about football—the thrill of competition, the dedication of athletes, and the unwavering support of fans. To have that joy overshadowed by rulings that disregard sporting merit is a profound disappointment, not just for our club, but for the sport as a whole.
This is not simply about one club or one case. It is about preserving the essence of football as a meritocratic sport, where success is determined on the pitch, not in a courtroom. If we allow administrative decisions to undermine this principle, we risk alienating supporters and compromising the credibility of competitions across Europe.
We call on all governing bodies to reflect on the implications of these decisions. Rules must be applied consistently, transparently, and with respect for the game’s core values. Football belongs to the fans, and its integrity must never be sacrificed.
As we celebrate our Wembley victory, we do so with pride—but also with a renewed commitment to fight for fairness, transparency, and the principle that sporting merit should never be rendered meaningless.
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