The FIFA Appeal Committee has ruled that CF Pachuca and Club León do not meet the multi-club ownership criteria established in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Regulations. As a result, FIFA has decided to exclude Club León from the international tournament.
The governing body argued that both clubs are owned by Grupo Pachuca, violating regulations that prohibit two teams under the same ownership from competing in the same tournament.
Impact on Club León and Their Response
The decision has sparked dissatisfaction within Club León, with team officials considering the exclusion unfair. However, FIFA has remained firm in its stance on multi-club ownership rules, making it unlikely that the decision will be overturned.
As of now, FIFA has not yet announced which team will replace Club León in the 2025 Club World Cup.
Conclusion
The sanction imposed by FIFA sets a precedent in international football, reinforcing the governing body’s commitment to fair competition and regulatory compliance. The football world now awaits FIFA’s decision on Club León’s replacement in the tournament.
