ECA Awards 2024

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.

ECA COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT AWARD

Acknowledges excellence in commercial innovation and strategic partnerships that drive club development and elevate brand value.

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.

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.

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.

ECA SOCIAL IMPACT AWARD

Honoures exceptional efforts that make a meaningful difference in the community through social responsibility and impactful outreach programmes from our member clubs.

ECA ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AWARD

Celebrates outstanding initiatives and innovations that demonstrate a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and the protection of natural resources.