Graham Shear is a partner and EMEA regional leader of litigation and investigations at BCLP. He also co-leads the firm’s sports, media and entertainment sector. He has more than 35 years’ experience as a commercial litigator both in the UK and internationally.

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Will a recently issued Dutch FIFA class action benefit footballers – or be an expensive own goal?

Graham Shear, a partner at BCLP, assesses future litigation between FIFA and a Dutch foundation representing current and former footballers playing in the EU and UK

11 Aug 2025