BUNDESLIGA’S controversial private equity investor deal has collapsed after ongoing fan protests.
The decision came after constant fan protests in both Bundesliga and Bundesliga 2 matches, leading to delays in play.
In December 2023, it was announced that German football would be backed by a private equity investor for the next 20 years.
But was officially scrapped this week with all investors reversing their decisions.
This was due to the reaction of fans, as supporters from all across the country put up a fight in various different ways.
On December 15th, during a 2-2 draw between Borussia Monchengladbach and Werder Bremen, chocolate coins were thrown onto the pitch leading to a lengthy delay in play.
Meanwhile, during their Bundesliga 2. clash against Hamburger SV, fans of Hansa Rostock drove remote control cars onto the pitch with smoke bombs.
The deal would have seen Germany’s top flight generate one billion euros from a private equity firm.
DFL organised to sell a share of its future TV rights in exchange for capital injection to help market and promote the league globally.
Fans felt that it would go against the traditions of the German game, whilst the DFL tried to make it more corporate.
