Football Legal Archives

Moses Oluwafemi / August 12, 2026

The Revised 2027 FIFA RSTP: What It Means for Agents, Clubs, and the Transfer System

The revised 2027 FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP) represents the biggest overhaul of the global transfer system since 2001, following the landmark 1995 European Court of Justice ruling in the Bosman’s case. Following the ruling of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in the case of Lassana […]

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Moses Oluwafemi / July 22, 2026

Understanding Basic Contractual Terms: The Difference Between Liquidated Damages and Buyout Clauses.

Editorial, Football Legal

When FIFA introduced the latest amendments to the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP), one of the most misunderstood reforms concerned the distinction between liquidated damages clauses and buyout clauses. While both clauses involve predetermined financial consequences arising from contractual termination, from a legal standpoint, they serve fundamentally different functions. This article,

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ALFFA – Legal Network for Global FIFA Football Agents

The Ball Business / May 14, 2025

How ALFFA’s Network of Lawyer-Agents Is Changing the Football Market

Football Agency, Football Legal

In today’s football industry, representation goes far beyond securing a transfer or negotiating a contract. Legal expertise is now a necessity, not a luxury. For this reason, Ball Business is proud to spotlight ALFFA — the Association of Lawyer FIFA Football Agents, a growing global network of legally trained agents who are changing the game

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The Ball Business / April 19, 2025

Pass the 2025 FIFA Agents Exam : Mock Test 4

FIFA Agent Exam, FIFA Agent Exam Past Question, Football Agency, Football Legal, Football Management, Football Transition, Informative

1. Alex is a 26-year-old midfielder at Sunpower FC. He signed a three-year contract with the club at the beginning of the 2024/2025 season. However, despite being fully fit, he was rarely included in matchday squads and ended up playing only 8 out of the club’s 50 official matches throughout the season. Feeling frustrated with

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Moriselade Soladoye-Adewole / April 16, 2025

Benefits of Strong Legal Work for Football Agencies

Football Agency, Football Legal

In football agency, talent is only half the game—strong legal work is the other half. From contracts to compliance, legal expertise shapes careers, protects value, and powers every deal. Here’s why no serious football agency can afford to overlook it.

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The Ball Business / April 14, 2025

Pass the 2025 FIFA Agents Exam : Mock Test 3

FIFA Agent Exam, FIFA Agent Exam Past Question, Football Agency, Football Legal, Football Transition, Informative

1. What is the minimum paid maternity leave entitlement for female players? a. 10 weeks b. 12 weeks c. 14 weeks d. 16 weeks 2. What happens if the FCH is unable to operate? a. All training rewards are forfeited b. The FIFA Transfer Matching System (TMS) takes over the functions of the FCH. c.

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The Ball Business / April 3, 2025

Pass the 2025 FIFA Agents Exam : Mock Test 2

FIFA Agent Exam, FIFA Agent Exam Past Question, Football Agency, Football Legal, Football Management, Football Transition, Informative

1. What is the composition of the Dispute Resolution Chamber (DRC)?a. A chairperson, two deputy chairpersons, and 30 membersb. A chairperson, one deputy chairperson, and 20 membersc. A chairperson, two deputy chairpersons, and 20 membersd. A chairperson, one deputy chairperson, and 30 members 2. Player registration must occur within the designated registration periods. Which of

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2 Comments / The Ball Business / March 27, 2025

Pass the 2025 FIFA Agents Exam : Mock Test 1

FIFA Agent Exam, FIFA Agent Exam Past Question, Football Agency, Football Legal, Football Management, Football Transition, Informative

1. Which body is responsible for deciding disputes related to entitlement to training rewards and participation in the EPP review process? a. The FIFA Council b. The Dispute Resolution Chamber c. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee d. The Court of Arbitration for Sport. 2. What is the relationship between the FCH and FIFA? a. Though FCH

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The Ball Business / January 7, 2025

HOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL FOOTBALL AGENT IN 2025

FIFA Agent Exam, Football Agency, Football Legal, Football Management, Football Marketing, Informative

Becoming a FIFA licensed agent is a dream for many lovers of football and talent management. However, the road to becoming a FIFA licensed agent is arduous and requires dedication, continuous learning, and a keen understanding of the football industry. Perhaps a perfect example of this can be seen FIFA’s recent report on football agents.

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