In CAS 2024/A/10316, the Sole Arbitrator dismissed the appeal of Zakho Sports Club for lack of standing to sue and found that the Iraqi Football Association (IFA) lacked standing to be sued alone. The award underscores the importance of party standing in CAS proceedings and the procedural consequences of failing to involve materially affected third parties.
Facts and Procedure
On 8 December 2023, Zakho SC played a league match against Al Shorta FC. Alleging that Al Shorta fielded ineligible foreign players, Zakho lodged a protest with...
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