FIFA kicks Mexico's Leon out of Club World Cup due to ownership rule breach
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FIFA has disqualified Mexican club Leon from the upcoming Club World Cup due to a breach of multi-club ownership rules. Both Leon and CF Pachuca, owned by Grupo Pachuca, were found non-compliant with FIFA's ownership criteria. Leon, who had qualified by winning the 2023 Concacaf Champions Cup, will be replaced by another team to be announced. Costa Rican club Liga Deportiva Alajuelense had filed a complaint leading to this decision. Leon plans to appeal the ruling.
Key Points
Club Leon has been removed from the Club World Cup due to a breach of multi-club ownership rules.
Both Leon and CF Pachuca, owned by Grupo Pachuca, were found non-compliant by FIFA.
Liga Deportiva Alajuelense from Costa Rica filed a complaint that led to the disciplinary action.
Leon qualified for the tournament by winning the 2023 Concacaf Champions Cup.
FIFA's decision has been contested by Leon, who plans to appeal the ruling.
The replacement team for Leon in the tournament will be announced later.
