AC Milan's Serie A match against Como is proposed to be played in Perth, Australia, in February 2026 due to Milan's San Siro stadium being unavailable because of the opening ceremony of the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics. The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has given a positive opinion, but the final approval is still required from Football Australia, UEFA, the Asian Football Confederation, and FIFA. This would be the first major European league match played outside Europe if approved. However, UEFA has postponed its decision to undertake consultations with all stakeholders, including fans, before making a final ruling. The idea has sparked debate, with some seeing it as a necessity due to scheduling conflicts, while others criticize it for potentially disrupting football culture and logistics.
