Aim. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of bankruptcy cases in sports clubs within law enforcement practice, juxtaposing them against standard procedures applied to other categories of debtors. Materials and methods. This research employs a multifaceted approach, incorporating interpretative analysis of normative legal acts, analysis of judicial practice, and teleological interpretation of fundamental legal principles. Results. Research findings illustrate distinct vectors of law enforcement practice specific to the bankruptcy of sports clubs. Conclusions. The economic viability of sports clubs is inherently conditioned by the nature of their activity. Transfer transactions, seasonal competition schedules, and the efficiency of sports management necessitate a nuanced consideration of behavioral conformity criteria for civil law participants.