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Who governs English football?
English football is primarily governed by the FA, but the Premier League and English Football League also have significant influence over professional clubs. The government, as seen with Sir Keir Starmer's intervention, can also get involved, especially when national interests or diplomatic matters arise, like the pre-match schedule.
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