Discover how to effectively navigate proceedings before the FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber (DRC). This guide outlines the essential steps, parties eligible to bring cases, and best practices for resolving international football disputes. Learn about the DRC’s vital role in settling employment and transfer issues between players, clubs, and associations, ensuring fairness and compliance within global football. Perfect for players, clubs, and professionals seeking clarity on FIFA DRC procedures.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has the competence to settle sport-related disputes. CAS was created by The International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 1983 and is located in Lausanne, Switzerland. CAS also has branch offices in New York and Sydney, and at major sports events, such as the Olympic Games, the football World Cup and the European Football Championships, ad hoc offices are created to deal with violations of regulations in the current sports event.