Dear Ralph,
You may have read in the press that UEFA have reached a settlement with Liverpool fans affected by events at the Champions League Final at the Stade de France in 2022.
We regret to tell you that this is not entirely correct. It is our understanding that a settlement has only been reached between UEFA and a small group of fans represented by another law firm. That group had not brought proceedings against UEFA. We do not know what sums have been agreed upon. The terms of the settlement are highly confidential, but we know that UEFA has not admitted any wrongdoing or fault.
At the time of writing, UEFA has made no meaningful efforts to settle your claim. No offers have been made in your case or with respect to the other 1200 Liverpool fans we represent. As you know, proceedings were issued against UEFA on your behalf 12 months ago. As it stands, UEFA continues to argue that your case should not be heard in the English courts and that the hearing is scheduled for the end of June.
We do not know why UEFA is treating fans differently, given that you have all experienced the same level of mistreatment and harm. The settlement news only causes division and unnecessary anxiety to everyone affected. We sincerely hope that Friday’s news will mean that UEFA focuses on compensating fans rather than resisting the claim in the Courts, but we will see. Please be assured that our focus remains on pursuing UEFA further and obtaining appropriate compensation and justice for each of our clients.
We will update you as soon as we have further news.
Kind Regards,
Stade de France Claim Team
Leigh Day