Sports middle-market organisations face a challenging new era full of opportunities. This is particularly true of football clubs in Gibraltar. Following admission to UEFA Gibraltar, football clubs are required to adhere to certain standards in terms of infrastructure, financing, and administration. Whilst football clubs are expected to receive some financial and technical support from UEFA, further investment and sponsorship deals are essential for a football club not only to be financially viable and competitive on home turf but also in the international field.
What do Gibraltar football clubs need after UEFA admission?
Following admission to UEFA Gibraltar, football clubs must meet defined standards across three key areas: infrastructure, financing, and administration. Meeting these requirements is essential to securing a licence and competing at both a domestic and international level.
While UEFA provides some financial and technical support, this alone is rarely enough. Additional investment and sponsorship deals are essential for a club to remain financially viable, competitive on home turf, and successful in the international field.
How can RSM help your football club?
RSM understand the complexities you are facing as a sports club and can provide a holistic approach to advise you on obtaining your licence and setting up your business, provide robust tax advice, and hone in on a bespoke financial plan suitable to your aspirations as a football club and as a successful business.
Our support includes:
- Guiding you through the licensing process and business set-up.
- Providing robust tax advice tailored to your club.
- Creating a bespoke financial plan aligned with your aspirations.