CONCEPT
First introduced in 2010 with the aim of rewarding outstanding club performances, encouraging best practice and highlighting successful club management, the objective of the ECA Awards is to create a platform that encourages knowledge sharing and fosters inspiration among ECA Member Clubs.
In other words, a stage where clubs can promote their great projects, initiatives, and partnerships and at the same time receive inspiration from other clubs. However, there can only be one winner per category and we will therefore reward the very best projects, initiatives and partnerships at the occasion of the next ECA General Assembly.
The ECA Awards 2024 consist of the following categories:
- ECA Karl-Heinz Rummenigge Award 2024 for Club Management Excellence
- ECA Commercial Development Award
- ECA Football Development Award
- ECA Visiting Supporters Experience Award
- ECA Sustainable Governance Award
- ECA Social Impact Award
- ECA Environmental Sustainability Award
ECA KARL-HEINZ RUMMENIGGE AWARD 2024 FOR CLUB MANAGEMENT EXCELLENCE
Recognises exceptional governance, innovation, and operational excellence that drives club success and strengthens community impact.
The winner of the ECA Karl-Heinz Rummenigge Award 2024 is VfL Bochum 1848 for their Advisory Board of the Future
ECA FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT AWARD
Recognises outstanding contributions and achievements in the development of Women’s, Youth, or Men’s football, fostering growth and excellence across all levels.
The winner of the ECA Football Development Awards 2024 is FC Bayern München Frauen for their Women's Mentoring Programme
ECA VISITING SUPPORTERS EXPERIENCE AWARD
Recognises the exceptional efforts and investments made by clubs to enhancing the matchday experience for visiting supporters, ensuring memorable and welcoming environments.
The winner of the ECA Visiting Supporters Experience Award 2024 is AC Sparta Praha for their Europa League Away Experience
ECA SUSTAINABLE GOVERNANCE AWARD
Celebrates excellence in ethical leadership, transparency, and governance practices that promote long-term sustainability and responsible decision-making in a football club.
The winner of the ECA Sustainable Governance Award 2024 is Liverpool FC for their Sustainability Programme
ECA ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AWARD
Celebrates outstanding initiatives and innovations that demonstrate a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and the protection of natural resources.
The winner of the ECA Environmental Sustainability Award 2024 is VfL Wolfsburg for their Microplastic Filters Initiative