La Liga president targets the league restart for June

Liam Watson

La Liga president Javier Tebas has discussed the latest developments for La Liga, as he targets the league restart for June.

Speaking on the El Partidazo #VolverEsGanar (#BackToWin) show by La Liga broadcaster Movistar, Tebas addressed that a restart date for the Spanish top-flight will fall in mid-June 2020.

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Following the developments of an easing of restrictions in Spain, it has given La Liga the licence to map out how their restart will work.

“It wasn’t agreed beforehand, and it took us by surprise that the Spanish President announced it when he did,” Tebas said.

“We always knew the announcement would come, though. We’ve been working on this for months with the CSD (Spanish High Sports Council) and now it’s been given the green light by the President of Spain.

“We’re grateful to the Spanish government; as in other sectors they’re looking to kick-start the economy and Spanish football has a key part to play.”

As for when the La Liga restart will likely be, it all depended on what the government decided first and the league could go from there.

“The President spoke about playing from June 8th onwards because the Spanish government puts changes in ‘de-escalation phase’ into effect on Mondays,” Tebas said.

“That Sunday, the country would be in Phase 2, which is when we’d be able to hold matches in stadiums across Spain. Now we need to see what day of the week we start playing.

“We need to link it to each club’s training phases. We’d like to see as much parity as possible in that sense. What’s for certain is that it will start the weekend of June 12th, or even on Thursday June 11th.

“It’s not decided yet; we need to align the phases, meet with the Spanish Football federation and the CSD (Spanish High Sports Council) to finalise everything.”

Tebas has confirmed that La Liga’s preference of the first game back would be Sevilla FC vs Real Betis – the Seville derby.

“We need to bear in mind that different Autonomous Communities are in different ‘de-escalation phases,’ which means certain codes of conduct in certain parts of the country could affect our protocol,” Tebas said.

“If we progress as the Spanish president says, it is possible that we make Thursday June 11th. If not, it would be the 12th, or the 13th. Fingers crossed it will be Thursday 11th at 10pm Spanish time.”

For the league to prepare for the restart, training details have also been revealed.

“Full group training will be from next Monday (June 1st) onwards,” Tebas said.

“This week, players will train in groups of up to 14 and it’s not planned for them to train all together until next week.

“We need to maintain as much caution and care as possible. We’ve gone through some very difficult and complicated moments during this pandemic and we don’t want to jump the gun.”

It was also mentioned that Spain could have high temperatures during the times they’d normally play.

While it’s early days, the La Liga president may need to target different kick-off times to combat the changed conditions in seperate parts of the country.

“Our plan for kick-off times during the week would be to play in the afternoon or evening, between 7.30-8pm or 9.30-10pm,” Tebas said.

“Over the weekend, there would be three slots: 5pm, 7.30pm, 9.30 or 10pm. It hasn’t been decided yet, we’re looking at it with our broadcasters.

“But obviously, we’d plan for those 5pm games to be those played up on Spain’s northern coast where temperatures in June and July don’t exceed 28°C.”

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The Athlete Management System changing the Data Game

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In today’s high-performance sports landscape, data is a game-changer, and the Teamworks AMS has been regarded as the gold standard in Athlete Management Systems (AMS)

Teamworks is a company dedicated to helping athletes, and the people who support them, reach their full potential through innovative technology.

The company is built by athletes, for athletes, and exists to serve and support the world of sport.

Since its founding in 2006, Teamworks has experienced strong and steady growth.

By continually investing in its team and bringing together top-tier tech companies through strategic acquisitions, Teamworks has been able to offer even greater value and service to its customers.

What started in Durham, North Carolina, has now grown into a global presence—spanning 11 countries and supporting athletes and elite sports organisations around the world.

As of 2025, the company has grown to over 450 employees and has secured $165 million in funding.

The company offers a variety of products and services, however, it’s one of their products, the Teamworks AMS that is changing the data game.

Teamworks AMS is part of the Teamworks Performance lineup, which also includes Teamworks Nutrition (formerly Notemeal).

Together, these connected tools help practitioners and sports scientists provide personalised, well-coordinated care for athletes—boosting performance while helping to prevent injuries.

Teamworks’ AMS helps integrated and multidisciplinary sports performance teams deliver personalised and unified support to elite athletes.

By bringing all the data into one place, it gives coaches and specialists a clear, real-time picture of each player and the team as a whole—so they can make smarter decisions that drive performance every single week.

Teamworks AMS focuses on three key areas to support athlete performance: keeping athletes ready, reducing injuries, and driving long-term development.

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Integrating performance and medical data makes it easier to identify athletes at risk or in recovery. Foster collaboration to speed recovery and help the athlete return to peak performance.

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In a sport where every detail matters—player readiness, injury prevention, and long-term development—Teamworks AMS offers a cutting-edge solution that will Australian soccer clubs elevate performance and stay competitive at all levels.

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Inaugural Female Referee Mentoring Program Launched by Football NSW

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Football NSW has launched the Female Referees Mentoring Program, a groundbreaking initiative which aims to support and develop  female referees throughout the state.

This unique program builds on the groundwork set by recent NSW Football Legacy scholarship initiatives, continuing to create opportunities and support greater gender diversity in football officiating.

It’s another strong example of Football NSW’s ongoing commitment to developing and supporting female referees.

Football NSW’s Referees Development & Education Manager Emma Kocbek highlighted the organisation’s commitment to empowering female referees through mentorship, fostering inclusion and strengthening the game with greater diversity.

“Football NSW is committed to creating an inclusive environment that encourages women to thrive in all aspects of the game,” Kocbek said in a press release.

“This mentoring program is a significant step forward in empowering female referees, providing them with the tools, confidence, and mentorship needed to succeed at higher levels.

“We believe that diverse refereeing panels lead to a more dynamic, fair, and engaging game for everyone.”

The Mentoring Program is designed to support Level 3 and Level 4 female referees by connecting them with experienced mentors.

Through tailored guidance, real-world advice, and ongoing support, participants will grow their skills, build confidence, and develop as leaders on and off the field.

This support will help them advance in their refereeing careers while also playing a part in encouraging more women to get involved in officiating—across NSW and beyond.

This innovative initiative is part of Football NSW’s wider commitment to increasing female involvement and leadership at all levels of the game.

By backing and developing female referees, Football NSW hopes to inspire more women to take up officiating and help build a football community that is more inclusive, diverse, and representative of everyone who loves the game.

Football NSW’s Head of Women’s and Schools Football Hayley Todd emphasised that ongoing government funding is vital to grow mentoring programs, boost referee numbers, and build a stronger, more supportive sporting community.

“Government funding plays a crucial role in the successful implementation and growth of the mentoring programs,” Todd said in a press release.

“As participation numbers continue to rise, sustained investment is essential to ensure we are not only increasing the number of referees but also enhancing their skills and confidence.

“By prioritising this investment, we can build a more robust and well-supported sporting community that benefits players, coaches, and referees alike.”

In the coming weeks, Football NSW will be working closely with Referee Branches to identify both mentors and mentees for the program.

This project is proudly backed by the NSW Office of Sport through the NSW Football Legacy Program, and by the Australian Government’s Department of Health and Aged Care through its Play Our Way Program.

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