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Osasuna’s Appeal to CAS Overturns UEFA Penalty
Osasuna, the Spanish football club, has won its appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against a suspension imposed by UEFA. The European Football Association had initially banned the club from participating in European football due to a match-fixing case dating back to 2014.
A Long-Awaited Return to European Football
After finishing seventh in La Liga last season, Osasuna looked forward to making a triumphant return to European football after a sixteen-year absence. However, the club was left dismayed by UEFA’s announcement last month, which stated that Osasuna would be excluded from participating in the Conference League.
The Background of the Suspension
The suspension was imposed by UEFA due to a scandal that occurred in 2014. At that time, certain individuals within the club’s management were found guilty of involvement in activities aimed at influencing match results. Osasuna’s current leadership argued that the punishment was unjust, asserting that the club has undergone significant changes since the incident.
Clean Sweep with New Directors
Osasuna’s management emphasized that the club had undergone a complete overhaul with new directors, distancing itself from the actions of its former executives. According to the club, they were the “victims” of the misconduct committed by their predecessors.
The Ruling from CAS
The Court of Arbitration for Sport agreed with Osasuna’s argument, ruling that the punishment levied by UEFA was unwarranted given the club’s efforts to reform. As a result, Osasuna has been cleared to participate in the Conference League play-offs, scheduled for August 7. Dutch clubs AZ and FC Twente are also vying for a place in the main tournament through the preliminary rounds this season.
With this favorable outcome, Osasuna’s hopes of returning to European football have been restored. The club can now focus on preparing for the upcoming play-offs and potentially securing a place in the Conference League.
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