Ukopick

Champions Hockey League rested in a Bose

International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) and its marketing partner, Infront Sports & Media announced today the refusal of the resumption of the Champions League. Recall that this tournament, replacing the Champions Cup, was held only once – in sezone-2008/09. Because of the difficult financial situation in the last season he did not take place, but it did not leave the organizers hope to return to the “football” competition format of the strongest teams in the Old World. However, as stated in a joint statement IIHF and Infront Sports & Media, these efforts have not been understood by the major national leagues and clubs in the continent.

“We are extremely disappointed that forced to take such a decision – quotes IIHF president Rene Fasel “SE”. – We will no longer attempt to revive the Champions League because they do not receive from the national championships and clubs to ensure their long-term participation in this project. Without a stable foundation to build an international league is impossible. Although our new proposal takes into account the interests of all parties involved, some of the members of the Pan-European hockey families do not share our views on the future of the tournament “.