Schedule

Welcome & networking lunch

The European Elite 2026: Value and financial sustainability in the game

Discussion focused on key insights from Football Benchmark’s Football Clubs’ Valuation: The European Elite 2026 report, the main drivers of club value creation, and financial sustainability in European football. Moderator: Andrea Sartori (Founder & CEO, Football Benchmark) Speakers: Andrea Traverso (Executive Director of Financial Sustainability and Research, UEFA)

Scaling clubs in a regulated era: The rise of Como 1907

Discussion exploring Como 1907’s rapid rise from lower leagues to competing for European qualification, examining the club’s transformation, strategic approach, organisational development, and the challenges of building sustainable long-term growth. Moderator: Pedro Pinto Speaker: Mirwan Suwarso (President, Como 1907)

Player workload and the match calendar: Managing growth sustainably

Discussion with FIFPRO on the role of player workload in the modern football landscape, the balance between sporting performance and commercial growth, and how stakeholders can help support long-term sustainability on the pitch. Moderator: Pedro Pinto Speakers: Maheta Molango (Board Member, FIFPRO, CEO, PFA) Alberto Colombo (Managing Director / General Secretary, European Leagues)

Final remarks

Moderator: Pedro Pinto Andrea Sartori (Founder & CEO, Football Benchmark) Riccardo Nasuti (Strategic Advisor, SFS)

Closing coffee