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The speaker highlights that, unlike European football, which has become increasingly saturated, Brazilian football still seems to operate with a non-capitalist outlook. There is a prevalent belief that ensuring fairness in play addresses the spirit of competition, rather than recognizing the significance of creating a financially viable sporting product.
Player Registration and Market Dynamics
Another critical change involves the regulations around player registration in the Copa do Brasil. Previously, players who had participated in the tournament for one club would be barred from playing for another in the same season after a particular phase. This has now been adjusted to allow players to participate for up to two teams, provided they haven’t taken the field for the second team.