Coronavirus effectively brought the world to a standstill in its inception, leaving sporting fans high and dry. Esports sought to fill that void and in the process of doing so, reached record engagements with its fans who craved some live
COVID-19 | Lex Sportiva
The COVID-19 | Lex Sportiva blog, published by Lex Sportiva, examines the multifaceted legal and financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the sports industry. It covers topics such as the rise and regulation of esports during global lockdowns, the administration processes affecting football clubs facing financial distress, and the broader economic challenges confronting sports organizations. The blog also addresses the effects of the pandemic on sports broadcasting rights and revenue streams, with a focus on how stakeholders adapt to the suspension of live events. It provides insights into the evolving legal landscape for sports entities navigating pandemic-related disruptions.
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Administration and the Football League
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Wigan Athletic FC were the first club to announce the commencement of administration procedures as a result of the pandemic and numerous other clubs are teetering on the brink. Thomas Wallington explores the concept of administration, what the procedures are…
How Coronavirus Is Impacting Spanish Football
By Lex Sportiva
Nicolas Senderowicz analyses the impact of coronavirus on stakeholders of Spanish football and looks at the financial measures that clubs are taking to defend themselves.
How has Covid-19 Affected Sports Broadcasting?
By Lex Sportiva
They think it’s all over – it is for the time being. Sam Handley takes a look at what broadcasters are doing to counter the drop in revenue while live sport is suspended.