The 2025/26 Liga Portugal Betclic season has just kicked off. But beyond the first whistle, a much bigger goal is in sight. Reinaldo Teixeira, who leads the organization for professional football, has laid out an ambitious plan. The aim is clear: reach the top six in the UEFA ranking by 2028. This isn’t just a dream; it’s a commitment from the league, sports clubs, and everyone involved.
Getting to the sixth spot on the UEFA list would be a huge boost. It means more eyes on the teams, coaches, players, and sponsors. The Liga Portugal Betclic itself would get a bigger platform worldwide. Plus, it would bring more money to every sports club. Teixeira calls this bold vision ‘Meta 2028’. It’s a detailed plan designed to make this big goal a reality.
For this plan to work, the Liga Portugal Betclic must grow in every way. This means improving things both on and off the field. A key part is making sure all sports clubs earn more money. This helps them become more important on the international stage. Teixeira points out that professional football is ready for bigger goals. It can handle chasing more international targets, especially with the ongoing efforts to centralize operations.
The ‘Meta 2028’ blueprint covers several areas away from the pitch. It focuses on commercial deals, ticket sales, and player transfer money. Inside the stadium, the plan also tackles game quality. They want better playing surfaces, more actual playing time, and fewer fouls to make matches more competitive and exciting.
Raising the Bar in a New Cycle
Beyond the long-term vision, Reinaldo Teixeira shared his hopes for the season starting today. He noted it’s the first year of a new era for the league. “We want to raise the bar,” he said. He wished all sports clubs and, especially, the fans a great season. He stressed that everyone’s effort is needed. The league boss wants a season filled with strong competition, memorable moments, excitement, and great entertainment.
A New Twist: The Multi-Ball System
Football fans will notice a small but significant change this season. The multi-ball system for returning balls is now standard. This setup was tested during the last Allianz Cup Final Four. It also got a trial run in the recent playoffs for access to Liga Portugal Betclic and Liga Portugal Meu Super. Now, in 2025/26, several balls will be placed at specific spots along the sidelines.
Ball boys will pick up the balls and put them back into play. They will no longer hand them directly to players. This small change has a big purpose. It aims to make the game flow better and keep the pace higher. Ultimately, it should mean more time with the ball in play during matches.