The controversy arose following a formal complaint from the Costa Rican side of Liga Deportiva Alajuelense (Alajuelense), which contended that Club León's and CF Pachuca's concurrent participation constituted a violation of
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09
May
2025
CAS Decides on 2025 Club World Cup Elegibility Case
On 6 May 2025, the Court of Arbitration for Sport rejected the appeals made in the context of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup eligibility dispute, clearing the way for a decisive play-off between Los Angeles Football Club and Club América to claim Club León’s vacated spot in the 2025 tournament.