article_snippet: with that it's very difficult to compete with other European countries.'
article_snippet: Lennon believes that smaller European countries may look to combine with smaller European countries neighbours to create more competitive leagues. '
article_snippet: There is talk of amalgamating leagues the Champions League, the Champions League're starting to fall behind a bit, but Belgium have had a resurgence at national level. '
article_snippet: The Eastern bloc, as well – you never see any of those teams participating in the Champions League these days.
article_snippet: smaller European countries are trying to make a play for having a fair crack of the whip in terms of revenue or even amalgamating some leagues and creating a better standard.'