Your go-to resource for overviews of football’s institutions and procedures, and analysis of the latest football law news and decisions.
Cavani’s Sanction Was Appropriate
On 31 December 2020 it was announced that Edinson Cavani had admitted a charge of an Aggravated Breach of the FA Rules, rule E3.1 in respect of an Instagram story post. A FA Regulatory Commission subsequently sanctioned Cavani with a three-match suspension, a £100,000 fine, and attendance at an education programme. This article explains why that sanction was appropriate.
Should Dele Alli Have Received a Greater Sanction?
Dele Alli was recently sanctioned with a one-match ban, a £50,000 fine and attendance at an education programme following a Snapchat video he posted that depicted an unacceptable racist stereotype. This article explains how that decision was made and whether the sanctions imposed go far enough to kick out racism.
Overviews
Wondering who FIFA, UEFA and The FA are and what they do as football’s governing bodies? Maybe you are wondering where the Premier League and other football leagues sit with the governing bodies? Or maybe you want to know how and what penalties are given to a footballer when charged with misconduct? Whatever football institution or procedure, here you will find an overview to get the understanding you want.
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