UEFA: Rondelli and Zoppis at the annual workshop in Prague

From 3 to 6 November, UEFA staged the Annual Workshop on Club Licensing & Financial Sustainability in Prague, with the support and hospitality of the Football Association of the Czech Republic. Representing the San Marino Football Federation were Paolo Rondelli and Andrea Zoppis, Licensing Manager and Deputy Licensing Manager respectively.

The event brought together licensing officials and representatives of the national systems from all 55 UEFA member associations, along with experts from the UEFA department. Regulatory changes were presented and in-depth breakout sessions were organised focusing on specific topics, including the development of sports infrastructure, the growth of youth football and the management of financial issues. The days in Prague also offered an opportunity to review how the licensing system is functioning at European level and to share future outlooks, with the aim of identifying common strategies and solutions for its further development. Rounding off the experience, thanks to the hospitality of Sparta Praha, participants were able to attend the UEFA Europa League match against Bournemouth, enjoying another opportunity for exchange in an international setting.