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Why is it that

Wed Mar 11, 2026 8:05 pm

When you watch the British teams in Europe, they always have the "(team name) foundation" on the back of their shirts, but never do in the domestic leagues?
Just something I've noticed for a while

Re: Why is it that

Fri Mar 13, 2026 10:43 am

Caerdydd12 wrote:When you watch the British teams in Europe, they always have the "(team name) foundation" on the back of their shirts, but never do in the domestic leagues?
Just something I've noticed for a while


Just Googled this.
British teams in European competitions (UEFA) display their club foundation or charity on the back of their shirts to highlight community work, complying with UEFA regulations that permit non-commercial sponsorships in that space. Domestic leagues, like the Premier League, have stricter rules requiring player names or sponsor logos, prohibiting such charity branding

UEFA Regulations: UEFA allows clubs to use the lower back of the shirt for charity or foundation branding to promote social responsibility.

Domestic Rules: The Premier League and English Football League (EFL) have regulations regarding shirt sponsors and player identification, restricting what can be placed on the back of the shirt, usually prioritizing player names or league-approved sponsors.

Visibility & Marketing: European matches offer a high-profile platform for clubs to showcase their community foundations to a global audience.

Charity Focus: Clubs often use this space to promote their charitable arms, such as the Liverpool FC Foundation or Arsenal in the Community, reinforcing their commitment to social causes.

Re: Why is it that

Fri Mar 13, 2026 11:40 am

Well done Caerdydd12 , Too many people are afraid to ask questions these days and cheers :occasion5: to you for that.

It reminds me of one of my favorite old wisdom sayings:

As Confusious stood on the Apricot lectern, talking to his students about life, One student asked him what was perceived to be a "silly question" by the other students who laughed and belittled him.

Confusious turned to them and said " He who asks questions look like a fool for a while but those who do not ask questions are a fool for life" .

:old: :bluescarf:

Re: Why is it that

Sat Mar 14, 2026 8:50 pm

rontom wrote:
Caerdydd12 wrote:When you watch the British teams in Europe, they always have the "(team name) foundation" on the back of their shirts, but never do in the domestic leagues?
Just something I've noticed for a while


Just Googled this.
British teams in European competitions (UEFA) display their club foundation or charity on the back of their shirts to highlight community work, complying with UEFA regulations that permit non-commercial sponsorships in that space. Domestic leagues, like the Premier League, have stricter rules requiring player names or sponsor logos, prohibiting such charity branding

UEFA Regulations: UEFA allows clubs to use the lower back of the shirt for charity or foundation branding to promote social responsibility.

Domestic Rules: The Premier League and English Football League (EFL) have regulations regarding shirt sponsors and player identification, restricting what can be placed on the back of the shirt, usually prioritizing player names or league-approved sponsors.

Visibility & Marketing: European matches offer a high-profile platform for clubs to showcase their community foundations to a global audience.

Charity Focus: Clubs often use this space to promote their charitable arms, such as the Liverpool FC Foundation or Arsenal in the Community, reinforcing their commitment to social causes.



That makes sense to be fair