Specialist Training Course
Course on Sports Taxation – 2nd edition (2027)
The Course on Sports Taxation is an online programme of 9 live weekly sessions (8 February – 5 April 2027, in English) directed by Mario Tenore, Partner at Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati. It covers Article 17 of the OECD Model Tax Convention, star companies, relief of double taxation, image rights, and the taxation of football transfers, motorsport, broadcasting rights and international sports events. 2nd edition · €1,150 (early bird €900 until 30 November 2026) · recordings included.
International taxation is one of the most complex and high-risk areas of sports law. A flawed structure or an unexpected tax audit can have consequences worth millions for athletes, clubs and event organisers.
In the Course on Sports Taxation, each of the 9 sessions covers one topic and is taught by a specialist in that field. The 2nd edition starts with Article 17 of the OECD Model, the rule that applies to every cross-border sports payment, and moves on to the questions advisers face in practice: image rights, football transfers, motorsport, broadcasting rights and major sports events.
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English edition
Execution date:
From February 8 to April 5, 2027
Training sessions:
9 live weekly sessions
From 17:00 – 18:30 Madrid time (CET; CEST from 28 March)
Language:
English
Format:
Live Sessions: Attend in real-time or watch the recordings at your own pace. All sessions are recorded and available until 5 May 2027.
Registration Deadline: January 21, 2027.
Tuition fees:
Early bird: €950 (until 30 November 2026)
Sports Law Hub alumni: 10% off
General Admission: €1,150
(Taxes included)
Methodology
Live & on-demand learning
Live sessions form the core of the programme, fostering real-time debate, technical Q&A, and networking. To accommodate professional schedules, all sessions are recorded, giving live participants full access to all recordings for one month following the final class.
Enrolment options & deadlines
Registration for the live course closes on 21 January 2027. If you enrol after that date or once the course has started, you get the 100% on-demand format: all recordings and course materials, with access for 30 days from your enrolment date.
Academic programme
What does the programme cover?
All sessions run from 17:00 to 18:30, Madrid time. Session 8 takes place on Tuesday because Monday 29 March is Easter Monday.
01. Introduction to international taxation: Article 17(1) of the OECD Model
02. Star companies and Article 17(2)
03. Relief of international double taxation and current issues under Article 17
04. Taxation of image rights in professional sport
05. Taxation in motorsport
06. Taxation in football: player transfers and international competitions
07. Taxation of broadcasting and TV rights
08. Taxation of international sports events
09. Final roundtable – case study: an international football transfer
Academic direction & course instructor:
Mario Tenore
Who leads the course?
Mario Tenore is a Partner at Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati (Milan) and the academic director of the Course on Sports Taxation. He advises sports clubs, international federations and professional athletes, including footballers and motorsport drivers, on cross-border transfers, sponsorship structures, image rights and EU tax law. He opens the course with session 1 on Article 17(1) of the OECD Model.
Lecturers
Who teaches the course?
The Course on Sports Taxation is designed for professionals in the sports industry. It combines international tax law with the legal, financial and governance questions that arise when athletes, clubs and events cross borders.
Each session is taught by a specialist in its topic: international tax lawyers and advisers who work with athletes, clubs and sports organisations. The full faculty for the 2nd edition will be announced shortly.
Target audience
Who is this course for?
The course is designed for professionals who advise on, or decide about, cross-border sports income:
- Lawyers and tax advisers representing athletes, clubs, federations or event organisers.
- Sports agents and intermediaries negotiating international contracts and endorsement deals.
- Club executives and finance directors (CFOs, general counsel) responsible for tax compliance.
- Family offices and athlete advisers managing image rights and long-term wealth.
- In-house teams at federations, leagues and broadcasters dealing with media rights and events.
Certification
Do you receive a certificate?
Participants who complete the course receive a Certificate of Completion issued by Sports Law Hub. It certifies training in international sports taxation: Article 17 of the OECD Model, star companies, double taxation relief, image rights and the taxation of transfers, broadcasting rights and sports events.
Master the international tax rules that shape athletes’ contracts, transfers and sports events.
Course on Sports Taxation: FAQ
When does the 2nd edition take place?
From 8 February to 5 April 2027, in 9 live weekly online sessions of 90 minutes (17:00–18:30, Madrid time). Sessions are on Mondays, except session 8 on Tuesday 30 March. Registration for the live course closes on 21 January 2027.
What topics does the course cover?
Article 17 of the OECD Model Tax Convention, star companies under Article 17(2), relief of double taxation, image rights, taxation in football and motorsport, broadcasting and TV rights, and international sports events. It ends with a case study on an international football transfer.
Who directs the course?
Mario Tenore, Partner at Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati (Milan), a specialist in international tax law for sports clubs, federations and athletes.
Who is the course for?
Lawyers, tax advisers, sports agents, club executives and family offices who deal with cross-border sports income.
What if I cannot attend the live sessions?
All sessions are recorded and available until 5 May 2027. If you enrol after 21 January 2027, you get 100% on-demand access for 30 days from your enrolment date.
How much does it cost and what is included?
€1,150 (taxes included), or €950 with the early bird rate until 30 November 2026. Sports Law Hub alumni receive a 10% discount. It includes 9 live sessions, the recordings, course materials from the speakers and a Certificate of Completion.
In which language is the course taught?
In English.
Do I need prior knowledge of international tax law?
It helps, but it is not required. Session 1 introduces the international tax framework and Article 17 before the course moves on to sector-specific topics.
Does Sports Law Hub offer other training on sports taxation?
Yes. Alongside the annual Course on Sports Taxation, Sports Law Hub runs masterclasses throughout the year on specific sports tax topics. They are short, highly practical sessions designed for experienced practitioners. Dr. Karolina Tetłak, who teaches session 8 of this course, led our masterclass on FIFA World Cup taxation.
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