Mexico's Club Leon out of Club World Cup due to ownership rule breach, FIFA says
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
Club Leon has been removed from the upcoming Club World Cup due to a breach of FIFA's multi-club ownership rules. Both Club Leon and CF Pachuca, owned by Grupo Pachuca, failed to meet the required criteria. This decision follows a complaint by Costa Rican club Liga Deportiva Alajuelense. Club Leon plans to appeal the decision, asserting their autonomy in management.
Key Points
Club Leon removed from the Club World Cup due to multi-club ownership rule breach.
Both Club Leon and CF Pachuca, owned by Grupo Pachuca, were involved in the disciplinary proceedings.
Liga Deportiva Alajuelense filed a complaint leading to the FIFA investigation.
FIFA did not specify the exact criteria of multi-club ownership that were breached.
Club Leon plans to appeal the decision, claiming autonomy in management.
