Serbia has finally got a spatial plan for the national football stadium, but is this the start of a new era or just another project doomed to fade away? The Serbian government approved the decree for the spatial plan of the fourth phase of the stadium construction, which includes not only the stadium itself but the entire surrounding infrastructure. The plan covers traffic and technical infrastructure and additional facilities that will serve a purpose even after the specialized international exhibition Expo Belgrade ends. The goal is to turn this area into a new city center with sports, cultural, tourism, and urban development functions. Sounds great, but will this plan actually come to life or just stay on paper? Meanwhile, UEFA has slapped hefty fines on big football clubs like Barcelona and Chelsea for breaking financial fair play rules, casting a shadow over the football world. Barcelona must pay 60 million euros, and Chelsea a whopping 80 million euros, including an extra 11 million for excessive player wages. While big clubs struggle with financial woes, Serbia is planning its grand stadium and infrastructure development. Is this a sign of football rising in Serbia or just another media story? Got thoughts? Share them — maybe you know what’s really behind these plans and penalties!
