Sports Arbitration Moot’s Post

Governing the Game: Practical Insights in Sports Law What do sporting events such as the EURO, the Olympic Games, Wimbledon, the Tour de France or the F1 Monaco Grand Prix have in common? They are meticulously governed by a vast field known as sports law and any related disputes generally resolved by sports arbitration. In this first blog of the series, MLL’s Sports Law Practice shall be giving you a tour of some essentials of sports arbitration and why Switzerland plays a major role in this field.   Read the lates article on "Unlocking sports arbitration: the essentials revealed" from Jean Marguerat, Tomás Navarro Blakemore, Ada Sofie Altobelli 👉 Link: https://lnkd.in/dVzjNFj6   #SportsArbitration #CAS #DisputeResolution, #SportsLaw #InternationalSports

The Sports Arbitration Moot is back for its fourth edition, and it’s one of a kind! For anyone passionate about sports law, this competition offers a unique opportunity to sharpen your advocacy skills while delving deep into the dynamic world of sports arbitration. #SportsArbitrationMoot #SAM #SportsLaw #AdvocacySkills #GetYourGameOn #SportsArbitration

I look forward to the next edition of Academy of Leadership Sciences Switzerland Course "Introduction to Dispute Resolution in Sport" in March 2025. Always a pleasure to share the teaching with such knowledgeable colleagues and to interact with the very interested and enthusiastic participants. #law #sportslaw #disputeresolution #womeninlaw #womeninsports

In today’s article, Economou & Co LLC examines the opinion issued last Thursday by Advocate General Tamara Ćapeta, which, if adopted, could have far-reaching implications for sports arbitration.   The case before the Court of Justice of the European Union involves Royal Football Club Seraing and Doyen Sports challenging FIFA’s ban on third-party ownership (TPO) of players’ economic rights. FIFA sanctioned the club, a decision upheld by TAS/CAS Tribunal Arbitral du Sport / Court of Arbitration for Sport / Tribunal Arbitral del Deporte and the Swiss Federal Supreme Court.   Now, the CJEU must determine whether national courts should have the authority to fully review CAS awards for compliance with EU law.   AG Ćapeta’s opinion strongly argues that national courts must have full judicial review authority over CAS rulings to ensure FIFA’s regulations align with EU law. 📌 Key takeaways from the opinion: 🔹 CAS rulings should not be immune from judicial review, as FIFA’s arbitration system is mandatory rather than voluntary. 🔹 FIFA enforces its rules independently, making national court oversight essential to safeguard competition and economic freedoms. 🔹 A ruling in favour of national court review could redefine the balance between private sports arbitration and public legal scrutiny. The CJEU’s decision could reshape international sports governance, strengthening legal protections for clubs, players, and stakeholders.   ➡️ Read our full analysis to understand the impact of this potential shift in sports law: https://lnkd.in/dB8AesPF #SportsLaw #CJEU #Arbitration 

🎓 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. This week, our partner Jaime Cambreleng Contreras, participated in the Spanish edition of the 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲: 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗔𝗦, organized by Sports Law Hub with the support of institutions like Asociación Española de Derecho Deportivo AEDD, ISLA - International Sport Lawyers Association and the European Union.   In this session, Jaime and the students covered topics that included:   ✅Evidentiary phase at CAS proceedings. ✅Consolidation of proceedings. ✅Intervention of third parties and additional parties. ✅Hearing and preparation of witnesses or experts. ✅Written witness statements and expert reports.   ⚖️ At Cavaliero & Cambreleng, we remain dedicated to supporting continuous learning and sharing expertise in sports law and arbitration. #SportsArbitration #CAS #SportsLaw #CavalieroCambreleng

Did you know about the crucial role the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) plays in maintaining fairness and integrity in the Olympic Games? I've written an article for The Daily Guardian that delves into the complexities of the CAS, its jurisdiction, and its impact on athlete careers and international sports law. The article can be accessed through the link -https://lnkd.in/gEryH6M4 Let's discuss the importance of sports arbitration and how it shapes the future of international sports. GD Goenka University School of Law GDGU #CAS #Olympics #SportsLaw #FairPlay #InternationalSports

🚨 CAS awards not final anymore?🚨 Advocate General’s Opinion in Case C-600/23 - Sports Arbitration Advocate General Ćapeta draws a clear distinction between sports arbitration and commercial arbitration and further suggests that rulings by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) should be fully reviewable by national courts to ensure FIFA’s regulations align with EU law. If the CJEU adopts the AG’s position, it would grant EU sports entities, who are subject to FIFA’s dispute resolution system, the right to challenge FIFA’s rules in national courts, regardless of a final CAS award. This would provide a mechanism for judicial review of FIFA’s regulations under EU law. #arbitration #sportslaw

It will be interesting to see the outcome of this case. #sportslaw #arbitration

Excited to share my latest article, 'Sports Arbitration: Procedure and Institutes (CAS, ICC),' where I delve into the mechanisms that uphold fairness in sports disputes. Understanding how the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) work is essential for protecting the integrity of modern sports. Check it out and share your thoughts on how arbitration shapes the future of sports! #SportsLaw #Arbitration #CAS #ICC #LegalResearch"

⚖️ Court of Arbitration for Sport Awards to Face Full Judicial Review by National Courts? ⚽ In today’s opinion, AG Tamara Capeta proposed that awards by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (#CAS) must be subject to full judicial review by national courts to ensure compliance with #EUlaw. The Court of Justice of the European Union Case C-600/23 concerns a contract between Belgian football club RFC Seraing and Maltese company Doyen Sports for the transfer of economic rights of several players. FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee found the contract in breach of its rules prohibiting third-party ownership of players’ economic rights and imposed disciplinary measures, which were later upheld by TAS/CAS Tribunal Arbitral du Sport / Court of Arbitration for Sport / Tribunal Arbitral del Deporte and the Swiss Federal Supreme Court. In a passage with implications far beyond this specific dispute, the AG drew a clear distinction between sports arbitration and commercial arbitration, highlighting two key differences: 1️⃣ Consent: In commercial arbitration, the arbitration clause is freely accepted by both parties, justifying limited judicial review. Conversely, FIFA’s system imposes mandatory arbitration via CAS on its members, limiting their autonomy. 2️⃣ Self-Sufficiency: FIFA’s dispute resolution system enforces arbitral awards independently, without need for judicial enforcement. For instance, sanctions can directly prevent players, clubs, or associations from participating in competitions. According to AG Ćapeta, these characteristics necessitate direct and full judicial review to safeguard compliance of #FIFA rules with EU law. Are we moving closer to seeing CAS relocate to the EU, or continuing on a collision course between EU law and international arbitration? #internationalarbitration #sportsarbitration #eulitigation #internationaldisputes