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Procedural Rules Governing the Football Tribunal

The rules governing proceedings before the FIFA Football Tribunal, which resolves disputes in football.

Key Areas to Study

  • The three chambers — Disputes Resolution, Players' Status, and Agents
  • Jurisdiction of each chamber
  • Languages of proceedings — English, French, German, Spanish
  • Provisional measures and interim relief
  • CAS as the final appellate body
  • Consequences of non-compliance with Tribunal decisions
  • Oral hearings — at the discretion of the deciding body

Study Tips

Know which chamber handles which type of dispute. The Agents Chamber handles disputes arising from agent activities. Understand that CAS is the final appeal body for all Tribunal decisions. Remember that oral hearings are not automatic — they are granted at the Tribunal's discretion.

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