A new survey shows Berlin clubs face severe financial pressure despite high occupancy. Revenue has shifted from drinks to admission fees, while rising operating costs and falling alcohol consumption push 39% of venues into the red.
Women's Super League and WSL2 clubs will be permitted to sell alcohol in view of the pitch starting next season, following a successful 18-month trial. The change, approved by WSL Football shareholders, aims to modernize the women's game and appeal to new fans, with low incidences of crowd trouble being a key factor.
Paris authorities are restricting alcohol consumption and takeaway sales in popular areas like Canal Saint-Martin and along the Seine due to a severe heatwave and the Fête de la Musique. The measures aim to control crowds and warn against alcohol's dehydrating effects during high temperatures.
Mexico City is considering limiting alcohol sales in public spaces after over 700,000 fans celebrated Mexico's World Cup win, leading to significant litter. The government aims to control excessive consumption and manage crowds.
The 2026 World Cup in North America will permit alcohol sales directly to fans in stadium seating, a contrast to Qatar's restrictions and British laws. Strict age limits will apply, particularly in the US.
The Election Commission of India has mandated dry days in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal for the 2026 Assembly elections, imposing a 48-hour ban on alcohol sales before polling and on counting day May 4. Tamil Nadu votes April 23, West Bengal on April 29.
