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The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Drogheda United's European place in doubt over UEFA ownership rule
THE LEAGUE OF IRELAND will have just three clubs in European competition this year unless Drogheda United get the green light from Uefa. Drogheda's participation in the Conference League is in danger following Danish club Silkeborg IF's qualification for the same competition. 2 Drogheda United need to get the green light from UEFA if they're to compete in Europe 2 Silkeborg IF are also owned by Drogheda's owners the Trivela Group Both clubs are owned by the Trivela Group. Drogheda booked their spot in the Conference League by winning the FAI Cup in November. Silkeborg followed suit on Sunday through Denmark's end-of-season play-off system. Ordinarily, both clubs would be in line for Uefa prize money of at least €525,000 for entering the competition at the second qualifying round stage. read more on football But Uefa do not allow clubs with the same owner to compete in the same competition and Trivela will be obliged to transfer ownership of one to ensure it does not miss out. If Drogheda were to be blocked from competing, no rival Irish club would be able to take their place, although that has occurred in the past. In 2013, Bohemians replaced Derry City in the UEFA Cup and, in 2019, St Pat's took the place of Waterford. In both instances, the clubs who lost out fell foul of a rule which stipulated that a club must be in existence for at least three years to take part in a Uefa competition. Most read in Football Both Derry and Waterford had been formed as new entities after a change in ownership following financial difficulties. PSG hold Victory Parade following Champions League win against Inter Milan
Irish Examiner
2 days ago
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Drogheda's Euro place in jeopardy over multi club regulations
Drogheda United are in danger of losing their place in the Uefa Conference League after sister club Silkeborg also qualified for Europe on Sunday. The FAI Cup holders are due to be drawn in the second qualifying round in June 13 but the fact American company Trivela own both clubs creates a potential issue under multi-club regulations. A club statement read: 'Drogheda United can confirm that it has been engaged in ongoing discussions with UEFA in recent months regarding a regulatory matter that has now arisen following Silkeborg IF's qualification for the UEFA Conference League qualifiers. As supporters will know, Silkeborg IF is also part of the Trivela Group ownership structure, which includes Drogheda United. 'Uefa's regulations regarding multi-club ownership and participation in Uefa Club Competitions require careful consideration, and the club has been working proactively with the relevant authorities. 'At this time, due to the confidential and ongoing nature of the process, Drogheda United is unable to provide further comment. 'However, the club remains committed to transparency and will provide updates as soon as there are any significant developments to share. 'We appreciate the continued support and understanding of our fans, partners, and wider community.'
RTÉ News
2 days ago
- Business
- RTÉ News
Drogs in talks with UEFA over Conference League participation
Drogheda United are in discussions with UEFA over their Conference League participation after Danish side Silkeborg IF, who have the same owners as the Louth club, also qualified for the third-tier European competition on Sunday. Silkeborg IF beat Randers FC 3-1 in the Danish Superliga to secure a place Conference League qualifiers. Last November, the Drogs earned their spot after they beat Derry City to win the FAI Cup. A month after that memorable triumph, the US-based Trivela Group secured a majority share of Silkeborg IF. They also own English League Two outfit Walsall. UEFA's regulations regarding multi-club ownership and participation state that: "No individual or legal entity may have control or influence over more than one club participating in a UEFA club competition, such control or influence being defined in this context as: Holding a majority of the shareholders' voting rights; Having the right to appoint or remove a majority of the members of the administrative, management or supervisory body of the club; Being a shareholder and alone controlling a majority of the shareholders' voting rights pursuant to an agreement entered into with other shareholders of the club; or Being able to exercise by any means a decisive influence in the decision-making of the club." A Drogheda United statement released on Sunday night read: "Drogheda United Football Club can confirm that it has been engaged in ongoing discussions with UEFA in recent months regarding a regulatory matter that has now arisen following Silkeborg IF's qualification for the UEFA Conference League qualifiers. "As supporters will know, Silkeborg IF is also part of the Trivela Group ownership structure, which includes Drogheda United. "UEFA's regulations regarding multi-club ownership and participation in UEFA Club Competitions require careful consideration, and the club has been working proactively with the relevant authorities. "At this time, due to the confidential and ongoing nature of the process, Drogheda United is unable to provide further comment. However, the club remains committed to transparency and will provide updates as soon as there are any significant developments to share. "We appreciate the continued support and understanding of our fans, partners, and wider community."
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Drogheda United's European involvement and minimum €525k hang in balance over Uefa co-ownership rules
Breaking | Louth club remain hopeful despite Trivela's Danish club also qualifying for Conference League Drogheda United's participation in the Uefa Conference League this summer is in jeopardy following sister club Silkeborg's qualification for the same tournament on Sunday. Kevin Doherty's team qualified for Europe, and earned a minimum €525,000 windfall, when they won the FAI Cup last November, marking a return to the continental stage for the first time in 12 years.
Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Business
- Irish Daily Mirror
Drogheda United could face Euro KO after Danish Superliga play-off result
Drogheda United could find themselves barred from playing in the Europa Conference League this year - after Danish side Silkeborg pulled off an upset in Sunday's European play-off against Randers. Their 3-1 win has handed them Denmark's final European spot and a place in the Conference League qualifiers. This has thrown up a massive headache for Drogheda United, who are owned by the same company - Trivela Group - as Silkeborg. UEFA's Article 5, 'Integrity of the competition/multi-club ownership', stipulates that 'No individual or legal entity may have control or influence over more than one club participating in a UEFA club competition.' Drogheda United on Sunday night issued a statement confirming that they were in 'ongoing discussions' with UEFA over the potential issue. It read: 'Drogheda United Football Club can confirm that it has been engaged in ongoing discussions with UEFA in recent months regarding a regulatory matter that has now arisen following Silkeborg IF's qualification for the UEFA Conference League qualifiers. 'As supporters will know, Silkeborg IF is also part of the Trivela Group ownership structure, which includes Drogheda United. Click this link or scan the QR code to receive the latest League of Ireland news and top stories from the Irish Mirror. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. 'UEFA's regulations regarding multi-club ownership and participation in UEFA Club Competitions require careful consideration, and the club has been working proactively with the relevant authorities. 'At this time, due to the confidential and ongoing nature of the process, Drogheda United is unable to provide further comment. 'However, the club remains committed to transparency and will provide updates as soon as there are any significant developments to share. 'We appreciate the continued support and understanding of our fans, partners, and wider community.' A League of Ireland spokesperson added: 'The League of Ireland can confirm it is aware that Drogheda United is engaging with UEFA over their participation in the UEFA Conference League Qualifiers. 'We will issue any further updates regarding the process when available.'
