The world’s most popular sport is gearing up for a civil war.
On Sunday, 12 of the biggest soccer teams in Europe announced their intention to form their own breakaway Super League in a bold move that challenges the tradition and long-standing history of the European club game, and could change the financial and competitive nature of the sport for generations to come.
Here’s what you need to know about this seismic development:
What is the Super League?
Currently, Europe’s top
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