During the “After Foot” show on Monday 14 April, host Gilbert Brisbois reported crucial information about Blue&Co’s intentions, the investment fund owner of the Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace (RCSA). According to what Behdad Eghbali reportedly communicated to the members of the Ultras Boys 90 on the margins of the Strasbourg – Nice match, Blue&Co aims to allow the Alsatian club to participate regularly in European competitions. This revelation aims to alleviate the concerns of some supporters and to confirm the long-term commitment of American owners, who show a willingness to remain involved in the club’s sports project.

The reporter also addressed the issue of the Meinau stadium’s ability to host European meetings, noting that ongoing work could potentially force the CBCN to play its games outside. However, he categorically denied this possibility, ensuring that the stadium would be fully operational if the club qualified for a European competition. The information was also transmitted directly to the fans, reinforcing the assurance that if the two clubs concerned (RCSA and its counterpart) were to participate in the same European competition, every effort would be made to ensure that the Strasbourg stadium could host the meetings.

Finally, the programme opened up a reflection on the phenomenon of multi-ownership in football, mentioning the difficulties encountered by certain groups, notably the City Football Group, which now dominates thirteen clubs around the world. The example of Geronimo, who experienced a staggering ascent followed by a collapse, illustrates the limits of a model that is too broad and difficult to manage. The conclusion suggests that a limited number of clubs (up to two or three) could represent a more sustainable and effective approach to this type of structure.