debundesliga1-10, Exercise 3: Trade-offs in another league Model answer (the Premier League): 1. Open ownership and heavy investment bring stars and global income but raise prices and put clubs at the mercy of owners. 2. A very large television income lifts the whole league's spending but widens the gap with other European leagues and with lower English divisions. 3. All-seater stadiums improved safety and comfort but reduced standing atmosphere and raised prices. Before judging whether it works: what is it for (entertainment, competition, clubs' survival, fans' access), what measures to use, what other leagues to compare, and who is making the claim. Any league and any reasoned trade-offs are acceptable.