UEFA to hand out debut patches to first-timers in Europe
According to Fabrizio Romano, UEFA will introduce debut patches on the sleeve for players in their first Champions/Europa/Conference League games.
UEFA is rolling out a small but visible new tradition for European debuts. As Fabrizio Romano reports, the governing body will provide debut patches for players who make their first appearance in UEFA club competitions.
The move covers three tournaments: the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League. Romano says the patch will be worn on the sleeve, specifically during a playerâs first match in these competitions.
Patches for first appearances
The concept is straightforward: a clear way to mark the moment a player reaches their debut in European competition.
Worn in the first game
Per the information shared by the journalist, debutants will sport the patch in their inaugural match. For now, thereâs no extra detail about the design or any further conditions beyond the debut criterion, but the key points are the placement (on the sleeve) and timing (first game).
Source: Fabrizio Romano.
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