FIFA Agent Exam Q&A
Diego is 15 and from Ecuador. He loves to go to school and to play football. All his coaches have told his parents he has a lot of potential and should pursue a career in football. This is why they decided to place him at a private academy in Brazil as they heard it has a good reputation. After a few weeks there, Diego notices that the football part of the academy is well organised but they train in extremely hot temperatures and eat really bad food in small quantities. He is always hungry and thirsty as safe drinking water is rarely provided. They also receive very little education and classes are only delivered in Portuguese, a language he does not speak. The teachers are clearly not well prepared, and they do not seem to care. Finally, the dormitories where the boys sleep are overcrowded and very dirty. What type of safeguarding concerns are at stake in this case?
1-Health and safety issues 2-Education and social integration issues 3- Neglect, nutrition and dietary issues
How many years do FIFA Council members serve? Choose the correct answer: 1 year. 2 years 3 years. 4 years. 5 years.
4 years
With regard to the statute of limitations, how much time needs to elapse before an offence is considered to be time-barred (excluding offences committed during a match and those relating to doping, international transfers involving minors and match manipulation)?
5 Years
As a football agent, do you have a duty to report a situation you identify as affecting the well being of a child player? A. It is my duty to report B. I have no duty to report C. Instead of reporting, I should speak directly to the child and fix the problem D. I have a duty to report, but I may ignore this and stay out of any problems
A
Which of the following natural and legal persons are considered to be third parties in transfers?
1- A team-mate of the player being transferred 2- The agent of the engaging club 3-The agent of the releasing club
What is considered to be an Approach to a player?
A message on social media A meeting with a player's brother An e-mail to a player
Amongst other requirements, how many monthly salary instalments need to be outstanding in order to have just cause to terminate the contract in accordance with article 14bis of the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players? A. . At least one monthly salary B. Un montant fixe de USD 10 000 {mlang} C. At least two monthly salary installments D. A fixed amount of USD 5,000 E. A fixed amount of USD 10,000 {mlang fr}
C
Which entity is entitled to monitor the compliance of the FFAR? A. National courts B. UEFA C. Court of Arbitration for Sport D. FIFA general secretariat
D
In cases of permitted dual representation where the agreed Remuneration is USD 1,000,000, how much of the total service fee may an Engaging Entity pay? Select one: a. 50% b. 75% c. 100% d. 95%
a
Which of the following clauses are permitted in an exclusive Representation Agreement? A. A requirement for the Client to pay all representation-related expenses to a Football Agent B. A requirement for the Client to pay the service fee for a negotiated contract even after the expiry of a Representation Agreement C. Details of the nature of the Football Agent Services to be provided D. Permission for the Client to pay USD 190,000 to represent themselves Select all that apply
a, b, and c
What event(s) might trigger training compensation? Select one or more: a. Transfer of a player to a category IV club b. First registration as a professional c. Transfer of a professional player d. none of the answers listed
b and c
Which of the following persons may NOT be a Football Agent? a. Amateur player b. Professional coach c. Professional player d. Amateur coach Select all that apply
b,c and d
Which of the following is mandatory in order to become a FIFA member association? A. The association must currently be a member of a confederation B. The association must be responsible for organizing and supervising football in all of its forms in its country c. Football must be the main sport in the country where the association operates D. The association must operate in a democratic country. Select all that apply
A and B
What is included in the Remuneration of a player for the calculation of a Football Agent's service fee? A. Sign-on fees B. Accommodation and transportation C. Future transfer compensation D. Base salary Select all that apply
A and D
What is the maximum duration of a representation agreement between a football agent and an individual established in the FIFA Football Agent Regulations? A. 4 years B. 2 years C. Unlimited duration but only if both parties explicitly agree. D. 3 years Select all that apply
B
Which of these attributions are related to the FIFA President? Choose the correct answer: a. The President represents FIFA generally. b. The President chairs the Congress and meetings of the Council. c. The President has one vote on the Congress. d. The President has one ordinary vote on the Council.
D The President shall have no right to vote at the Congress; he shall have one ordinary vote on the Council.
What is FFAR stand for
Fifa Football Agent Regulations
Which of the following activities constitute Football Agent Services? Select one or more: a. Organising trials with clubs b. Representing Clients before the FIFA Football Tribunal c. Negotiating the termination of a professional contract d. Negotiating with a coach for a Client to be called up to their respective representative team for the FIFA World Cup™
a and c
Which of the following is mandatory in order to become a FIFA member association? Select one or more: a. The association must be responsible for organising and supervising football in all of its forms in its country b. The association must operate in a democratic country c. The association must currently be a member of a confederation d. Football must be the main sport in the country where the association operates
a and c
Failure to safeguard: Select one or more: a. undermines the integrity of the member association, academy or club b. hurts children c. undermines the growth and integrity of football d. hurts no one
a,b, and c
Select the bodies that form FIFA's judicial bodies: Select one or more: a. Disciplinary Committee b. Ethics Committee c. Football Tribunal d. Appeal Committee
a,b, and d
How are the bodies of the FIFA member associations appointed? Choose the correct answer: a. Election and appointment by the FIFA Congress. b. Election and appointment by the FIFA Council. c. Election and appointment by the conassociation of which the association is a member. d. Joint election and appointment between FIFA and the confederation of which the association is a member. e. Internal election and appointment.
e
As of when is a claim time- barred before the FIFA Football Tribunal? A. If more than two years have elapsed since the event giving rise to the dispute. B. If more than three years have elapsed since the event giving rise to the dispute. C. Never, disputes before the FIFA Football Tribunal can always be lodged. D. If more than five years have elapsed since the event giving rise to the dispute.
A
Based on which amount is a solidarity contribution calculated? A. Any transfer fee paid from one club to another B. The player's market value C. All payments made as part of a transfer, including club- to player/ agent payments D. The player's salary
A
Does an existing Representation Agreement need to be reported to FIFA when a Football Agent and a Client amend it? A. Always, if it has an international dimension B. Only if a national transfer or national Transaction occurs in relation to that Representation Agreement C. Always, regardless of whether it has an international dimension D. Never
A
If a player who is a minor is offered a professional contract by a foreign club, when may they be represented by a Football Agent? A. Immediately, if their legal guardians agree to Approach and co-sign the Representation Agreement and the Football Agent has successfully completed the CPD course on minors B. Once the player reaches the age which is six months younger than the age at which they may sign their first professional contract in the country in which they are domiciled C. Once the player reaches the age of 18, as it is an international transfer D. Immediately, and no consent from legal guardians is required as a professional contract has already been offered
A
If an individual receives only 70% of their salary and 100% of their conditional payments, how much of the service fee is due to a football agent? A. 70% calculated based on the salary and 100% of their conditional payments, how much of their service fee is due to a football agent? B. 70% C. 100% D. 85%
A
If transfer compensation is USD 3,000,000 and a coach's Remuneration is USD 1,000,000, what is the service fee cap for a Football Agent representing an engaging club? A. 5% on USD 200,000 and 3% on the remaining USD 800,000 B. 3% on USD 200,000 and 5% on the remaining USD 2,800,000 C. 10% on USD 3,000,000 D. 5% on USD 200,000
A
Which of the following statements regarding the FIFA Council are True? Choose the correct answers: a. It is a FIFA Body. b. It shall consist of 37 members. c. All the confederations have the same number of representatives. d. There is no issue regarding female presence at the Council.
A and B Article 24.2 stipulates that the Council is the "strategic and oversight body". Article 37.1 provides that the Council shall have 37 members, but the confederations do not have the same number of representatives (Article 33.4), being UEFA, AFC, and CAF the most represented with 6 members, while OFC has the smallest number of representatives with just 2. Pursuant to article 33.5, each confederation must elect at least one female representative.
Which of the following sentences can be related to the FIFA Congress? Choose the correct answers: a. It can celebrate ordinary and extraordinary sessions, either in person, or by teleconference or videoconference. b. Each member association has one vote in the Congress, and it is represented by its delegates. c. It can suspend a member association by its own right. d. A member association cannot be expelled by the Congress.
A and B Article 25.1 and article 26.1 expressly refer to these statements. Pursuant to article 16.1, the Congress can suspend a member association solely at the request of the Council, whereas the Congress can expel a member association according to article 17.1.
Which of these attributions belong to the Council? Choose the correct answers: a. To define FIFA's mission, strategic directions, policies, and values. b. To oversee the overall management of FIFA by the general secretariat. c. To admit a new member association. d. All answers are correct
A and B These attributions can be found in article 34.1 and 34.3. The other two attributions belong to the Congress, pursuant to article 28.2 letters f) and m), although the suspension is decided by the Congress upon request of the Council (article 16.1).
A player is a student and moves without their parents to another country temporarily for academic reasons in order to undertake an exchange programme. Which requirements must be fulfilled? A. The player's new club may only be a purely amateur club B. The player's new club may only be an amateur or semi-professional club C. The duration of the player's registration for the new club until they turn 18 or until the end of the academic or school programme may not exceed one year D. The duration of the player's registration for the new club until they turn 18 or until the end of the academic or school programme may not exceed two years Select all that apply
A and C
A player who was previously registered as a professional with a French club is registering as a professional with an Italian club before the end of the year of their 23rd birthday. In order to receive training compensation, the French club must prove that: A. it offered a new contract to the player at least 60 days before the end of the contract with the French club of at least an equivalent value of the current contract B. it offered a new contract to the player at least 30 days before the end of the contract with the French club C. although it did not offer a new contract, it can justify that it is entitled to such compensation D. it offered a new contract to the player at least 60 days after the end of the contract with the French club Select all that apply
A and C
Failure to safeguard: A. Hurts children B. Undermines the growth and integrity of football C. hurts no one D. undermines the integrity of the member association, academy or club Select all that apply
A, B, and D
Training compensation is not due if: A. a player registers with a training category IV club B. a player terminates their contract with their former club without just cause C. a player's former club terminates their contract without just cause D. a player is transferred during the calendar year of their 24th birthday Select all that apply
A, C, and D
What information must be provided when a coach requests it from their Football Agent? A. A list of incurred expenses with receipts B. A list of all service fee payments in relation to them C. A copy of their Representation Agreement D. A legal opinion on the validity of their Representation Agreement Select all that apply
A,B, and C
Which of the following natural and legal persons is considered to be a third party in the context of third-party ownership? A. Clubs other than the player's former clubs B. Player's former clubs C. Investment funds D. Football agents Select all that apply
A,C, and D
Which of these organs are considered a Body according to FIFA Statutes? Choose the correct ANSWERS: a. The Congress b. The Council c. The Confederations d. The general secretariat
Article 24 of the FIFA Statutes provides that FIFA Bodies are: The Congress The Council The general secretariat Standing and ad-hoc committees Independent committees The Football Tribunals Independent auditors. From the choices that were given in the question above, only the Congress, the Council and the general secretariat are FIFA bodies.
Which of the following statements related to FIFA Committees are FALSE? Choose the correct answers: a. The President represents FIFA generally. b. Every member of a Standing Committee may be at the same time a member of the Council. c. An Independent Committee member can perform his / her duties independently, even if they are against the interests of FIFA. d. The Judicial Bodies are Independent Committees.
Article 39.3 provides that "Members of the standing committees may at the same time be members of the Council, with the exception of (i) the independent members of the Finance Committee (...), and (ii) the independent members of the Development Committee". Article 48 stipulates that, although an Independent Committee member can perform his duties independently, they always need to be in the interest of FIFA and according to its Statutes and Regulations. Finally, the Judicial Bodies are included within Chapter VII - Independent Committees.
A club has transferred a player who is a minor in violation of article 19 of the FIFA regulations on the status and transfer of players. Which FIFA body is competent to hear the case and impose possible sanctions on the club? A. The court of Arbitration for sport B. The FIFA disciplinary committee C. The FIFA football tribunal D. The FIFA ethics committee
B
Ibrahim has been transferred from Green Rangers FC in Uganda to Red Dragons FC in China for a transfer fee of USD 1,000,000. As per his player passport, Ibrahim was previously registered with Blue Academics FC in Uganda for the entire year of his 17th birthday and half of the year of his 18th birthday. What is the amount of solidarity contribution due to Blue Academics from Ibrahim's transfer? A. USD 10,000 B. USD 7,500 C. USD 5,000 D. USD 7,250
B
In a pending case before the FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber, the Chamber decided that the player, Emilio, is entitled to compensation for breach of contract since the club failed to pay his Remuneration and he therefore terminated the contract. In the meantime, Emilio signed a new contract with a different club. To what is Emilio entitled in addition to the compensation in accordance with article 17 of the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players? A. Reimbursement of his legal costs B. Additional compensation C. No additional entitlements D. Moral damages
B
May a player enter into an agreement by means of which they are entitled to a percentage of the transfer fee paid for a future transfer? A. No, because this is a third-party ownership agreement which is prohibited by article 18ter of the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players B. Yes, as long as this percentage refers to a transfer fee paid for a future transfer of the player entering the agreement C. Yes, even if the agreement refers to the transfer fee paid for a future transfer of other players D. Yes, and the player may then assign this right to their Football Agent
B
Who needs to approve a Client to represent themselves in a Transaction? A. Football Agent with an exclusive Representation Agreement B. Nobody C. FIFA D. The association with which the Client was last registered
B
What rights for female players are established in article 18quater of the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players when they become pregnant? A. None of the answers listed B. To return to football activity after the completion of their maternity leave C. To continue providing sporting services to their club (i.e. playing and training), following confirmation from their treating practitioner and an independent medical professional (chosen by agreement between the players and their clubs) that it is safe for them to do so D. To receive a 10% salary increase after maternity leave Select all that apply
B and C
Which of the following natural and legal persons are considered to be third parties in transfers? A. The player being transferred B. A team-mate of the player being transferred C. The agent of the releasing club D. The agent of the engaging club Select all that apply
B, C, and d
As a general rule, between what ages does a player receive training that may be used for the calculation of training compensation? A. 10-21 B. 12-23 C. 12-21 D. 10-23
C
Edson entered into a Representation Agreement with his friend and Football Agent Denis. Shortly after, Edson receives a call from FC Tombe to sign for them as their first-team goalkeeper but, not knowing much about such negotiations, Edson instructs Denis to negotiate a contract for him with FC Tombe. Following a few days of negotiations facilitated by Denis, Edson signs a professional contract with FC Tombe abroad for total Remuneration of USD 400,000 paid in advance. A few months after arriving in his new country, Edson receives a request from Denis to pay him his service fee for helping him with the negotiation of a contract. Edson's wife, Minka, warns him that his Representation Agreement stipulates that the service fee has been agreed in the amount of 4.4% and that it might be a problem for Edson, resulting in disciplinary sanctions. What should Edson pay? A. 2.6% B. 3% C. 4.4% of the service fee for the first USD 200,000 and 3% for the remaining USD 200,000 D. 15%
C
Luca is a 17-year-old player from Italy doing an academic exchange year in Australia. Besides his academic education, he wants to play football with Italiano Melbourne FC. Article 19 paragraph 2 provides for an exception. In accordance with which provision of article 19 paragraph 2 of the RSTP should Football Australia submit the application to register Luca for Italiano Melbourne? A. D B. A C. E D. C
C
Lucho is a midfielder from Colombia wishing to play professionally abroad. Currently, he is unemployed. On the last day of the transfer window, he receives an email from Green Lakers FC in Switzerland with an offer to play for them and has to send his contract signature within three hours. However, his football agent, Gusto, with whom he has an exclusive representation agreement, is not answering his phone and will only be available in five hours. Given that he is satisfied with the conditions offered in the contract, what could Lucho do? Select one: a. He could reject the offer from Green Lakers FC because Gusto is not available. Incorrect b. He could request that FIFA intervene. c. He could represent himself. d. He could terminate the exclusive representation agreement with Gusto and then represent himself.
C
Outside the EU/EEA, the final calendar year of training may occur before the calendar year of the player's 21st birthday if: A. it is established that the player no longer attends training sessions B. it is established that the player terminated their academic education C. it is established that the player completed their training before that time D. the player has obtained a recognised coaching diploma Select all that apply
C
Two consecutive transfers, whether national or international, of the same player connected to one other and that take place within 16 weeks A. may not be considered to be a bridge transfer if the bridge club is affiliated to the same association as the other clubs involved B. are always considered to be a bridge transfer C. are presumed to be a bridge transfer, unless the clubs and player involved demonstrate the contrary D. are considered to be a third-party ownership agreement
C
Which organisation is responsible for issuing the Laws of the Game? Choose the correct answer: a. The FIFA Council b. The General Secretariat c. The International Football Association Board ("IFAB") d. None of the given answers is correct
C
Which of the following is NOT a member association's right? Choose the correct answer: A. To take part in the FIFA Congress. B. To nominate candidates for the FIFA presidency and the Council. C. To not take part in competitions organised by FIFA. D. To take part in FIFA's assistance and development programmes.
C Article 13 of FIFA Statutes provides the rights of its member associations. Moreover, to take part in competitions organised by FIFA is an obligation for its members, which may lead to sanctions provided for in the FIFA Statutes if it were violated.
Which of these statements are True? Choose the correct answer: a. Associations are free to organize themselves irrespective of their geographic situation. b. Every confederation has at least one association that does not geographically belong to its continent. c. FIFA can exceptionally authorize a confederation to grant membership to an association that belongs geographically to another continent. d. Every country in South America has its association affiliated to CONMEBOL.
C By combining article 22 par 1 and 2 of FIFA Statutes, we can understand that associations are not free to organise themselves irrespective of their geographical situation. It is FIFA that authorises a confederation to grant a membership to an association that belongs geographically to another continent. Most of the confederations have associations that do not belong geographically to their continent (i.e. Australia at AFC or Guyana at Concacaf). CONMEBOL, CAF, and OFC are confederations whose members geographically belong to its continent. Suriname and Guyana are two countries located in South America, but their respective football associations are affiliated to Concacaf.
Article 39 (1) of the FIFA Statutes stipulates that there are seven standing committees. Standing committees are responsible for reporting to the Council as well as advising and assisting the Council in their respective fields of function. Which of the following is NOT one of the standing committees? Choose the correct answer: a. Organizing Committee for FIFA Competitions b. Referees Committee c. Governance, Audit and Compliance Committee d. Member Associations Committee
C The reasoning for this can be found in Article 39 (1) of the FIFA Statutes, where it states that 'the standing committees are: (a) Finance Committee (b) Development Committee (c) Organising Committee for FIFA Competitions (d) Football Stakeholders Committee (e) Member Associations Committee (f) Referees Committee (g) Medical Committee.' The Governance, Audit, and Compliance Committee is listed in Chapter VII of the FIFA Statutes as one of the independent committees.
FIFA recognises the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to resolve disputes between FIFA, member associations, confederations, leagues, clubs, players, officials, football agents and match agents. The jurisdiction of CAS is defined in the FIFA Statutes. Which of the following answers regarding the jurisdiction of CAS is not correct? Choose the correct answer: a. CAS does not deal with appeals arising from violations of the Laws of the Game. b. Appeals against final decisions passed by FIFA's legal bodies shall be lodged with CAS within 21 days of receipt of the decision in question. c. CAS does not deal with appeals against any internally final and binding doping-related decision passed by the confederations. The appeal shall not have a suspensive effect. The appropriate FIFA body or, alternatively, CAS may order the appeal to have a suspensive effect.
C The reasoning for this can be found in Article 57 of the FIFA Statutes, where it states in Article 57 (5) that 'FIFA is entitled to appeal to CAS against any internally final and binding doping-related decision passed in particular by the confederations, member associations or leagues in accordance with the provisions set out in the FIFA Anti-Doping Regulations.'
Three Football Agents licensed by FIFA have decided to work through an Agency. In principle, which of the following statements are true? A. Only a Football Agent that is a CEO may enter into Representation Agreements B. Scouts in that Agency may also represent Clients in contract negotiations C. They need to report the details of their Agency on the FIFA Agent Platform D. They will operate as Connected Football Agents Select all that apply
C and D
Which of these are considered as Officials according to FIFA Statutes? Choose the correct answers: a. Players b. Match Agents c. Confederations d. Committee members
C and D Definition 13 of the FIFA Statutes provides that "any board member (including the members of the Council), committee member, referee and assistant referee, coach, trainer and any other person responsible for technical, medical and administrative matters in FIFA, a confederation, a member association, a league or a club as well as all other persons obliged to comply with the FIFA Statutes (except players, football agents and match agents)." It explicitly leaves players and match agents outside the definition provided.
In cases of permitted dual representation where the agreed Remuneration is USD 1,000,000, how much of the total services fee may an Engaging Entity pay? A. 100% B. 95% C. 75% D. 50%
D
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has issued an award ordering a club to pay you money. However, the club has faced financial problems leading to its bankruptcy. The club subsequently disappeared and was disaffiliated from the relevant national association. A few years later, you discover that an almost identical club has started competing in the same league as the defunct club. Since the defunct club has not paid its debt, may you initiate proceedings against the new club for failing to comply with the aforementioned award by claiming that it is the sporting successor of the defunct club? A. Yes, you may file such an application with the FIFA Football Tribunal B. Yes, you may file such an application with the Court of Arbitration for Sport C. No, you need to file a new complaint against the new club with the competent body D. Yes, you may apply to submit the matter to the FIFA Disciplinary Committee Select all that apply
D
The Marshall Islands are one of the few sovereign states without a football association affiliated to FIFA. Should they wish to become a FIFA member association, who would they need to contact for application? A=) OFC B=) FIFA Congress C=) FIFA President D=) FIFA general secretariat
D Article 11 par 3 provides the following: "Any association wishing to become a member association shall apply in writing to the FIFA general secretariat."
Adam is a football agent from England and has had a dispute with his client, a player called Geoffrey from the United States. They signed a representation agreement with an international dimension. Since Adam has not been paid for his services provided within an international transfer, he wants to open a dispute resolution procedure. To whom can Adam submit his request to resolve the dispute?
FIFA Agents Chamber
On which of the following laws do FIFA's judicial bodies primarily base their decisions? A. European law B. FIFA statutes and regulations C. Swiss Law D. Law chosen by the parties
FIFA statutes and regulations
Outside the EU/EEA, the final calendar year of training may occur before the calendar year of the player's 21st birthday if...
It is established that the player completed their training before that time
If a player who is a minor does not wish to enter into a Representation Agreement with a Football Agent, who may sign on their behalf? Select one: a. Nobody b. Single Judge of the Players' Status Chamber of the FIFA Football Tribunal c. The association with which the player who is a minor was last registered d. That player's legal guardians
Nobody
If a player who is a minor does not wish to enter into a Representation Agreement with a Football Agent, who may sign on their behalf? Select one: a. Nobody b. Single Judge of the Players' Status Chamber of the FIFA Football Tribunal c. The association with which the player who is a minor was last registered d. That player's legal guardians
Nobody
In order to maintain their licence, what does a football agent have to do, among others, on an annual basis?
Pay the licence fee to FIFA Comply with the continuing professional development requirements
If an Individual receives only 70% of their salary and 100% of their conditional payments, how much of the service fee is due to a Football Agent? Select one: a. 70% calculated based on the salary and 100% calculated based on the conditional payments b. 70% c. 85% d. 100%
a
In the context of the first registration of a professional, training compensation is due Select one: a. to every club with which the player has previously been registered (in accordance with the player's career history as stated in the player passport) and that has contributed to their training, starting from the calendar year of their 12th birthday b. to every club with which the player has previously been registered (in accordance with the player's career history as stated in the player passport) and that has contributed to their training, starting from the calendar year of their 15th birthday c. to the last two clubs with which the player was previously registered (in accordance with the player's career history as stated in the player passport) and that has contributed to their training starting from the calendar year of their 12th birthday d. to every club with which the player has previously been registered (in accordance with the player's career history as stated on Transfermarkt) and that has contributed to their training, starting from the calendar year of their 12th birthday
a
The FIFA World Cup™ is approaching and Walter really wants to represent his national team of Sarevia, which has qualified for the first time. However, Walter is 22 and plays in another country, Brania. He is not very well known in Sarevia. A local Football Agent from Sarevia, Ziss, finds out that the Sarevia national team is looking for a player like Walter to complete their squad. Ziss makes an Approach to Walter and offers an exclusive six-month Representation Agreement under which he will secure Walter a place in Sarevia's FIFA World Cup team in exchange for 3% of the playing bonus received from the Sarevia Football Association. Should Walter enter into such a Representation Agreement? Select one: a. No, because Ziss would not be providing Football Agent Services b. Yes, because the FIFA Football Agent Regulations apply to all matters related to the FIFA World Cup c. Yes, because 3% is within the service fee cap established by the FIFA Football Agent Regulations d. No, because Walter and Ziss are domiciled in different countries
a
The objectives of FIFA are laid out in Article 2 of the FIFA Statutes. Which of the following answers does NOT describe one of these objectives? Choose the correct answer: a. To promote futsal and other formats of football. b. To use its efforts to ensure that the game of football is available to and resourced for all who wish to participate, regardless of gender or age. c. To organise its own international competitions. d. To improve the game of football constantly and promote it globally in the light of its unifying, educational, cultural and humanitarian values, particularly through youth and development programs.
a
Two clubs from Portugal, FC Clara and FC Santa, have identified Hyojung from Australia as a potential addition to their squads as she has been one of the best players in the Australian league over the past few years and her current professional contract is expiring in three months. After doing additional research, officials from FC Clara and FC Santa discovered that her Football Agent is Andrew, an Australian Football Agent they know very well and who is available to work with both clubs. Andrew receives two e-mails from his contacts in Portugal and immediately realises that there is quite a lot of interest for Hyojung's services and that he might secure a service fee if he is also representing AFC Newia, Hyojung's current club. After entering into an exclusive Representation Agreement with AFC Newia to represent the club in all transfers for the next five years, Andrew makes offers to both FC Clara and FC Santa to facilitate the transfer of Hyojung from Australia to Portugal. However, Hyojung is worried that Andrew's idea will not work, despite her agreeing to everything in writing. What seems to be the problem? Select one or more: a. Andrew may not represent both Hyojung and AFC Newi
a
The FIFA Statutes serve as a overarching document guiding FIFA's governing system. The governing system is separated into multiple bodies that have the necessary powers to establish a system of checks and balances. Which of the following statements on FIFA's internal structure is correct? Choose the correct answer: a. The general secretariat is the executive, operational and administrative body. b. The Congress is the strategic and oversight body. c. The Council is the supreme and legislative body. d. Standing and ad hoc committees shall advise and assist the Congress in fulfilling its duties.
a The reasoning for this can be found in Article 24 of the FIFA Statutes, where it states in Article 24 (3) that 'The general secretariat is the executive, operational and administrative body.'
A player who was previously registered as a professional with a French club is registering as a professional with an Italian club before the end of the year of their 23rd birthday. In order to receive training compensation, the French club must prove that: Select one or more: a. it offered a new contract to the player at least 60 days after the end of the contract with the French club b. it offered a new contract to the player at least 60 days before the end of the contract with the French club of at least an equivalent value of the current contract c. it offered a new contract to the player at least 30 days before the end of the contract with the French club d. although it did not offer a new contract, it can justify that it is entitled to such compensation
a and b
Which situations are NOT subject to a decision of the Players' Status Chamber of the FIFA Football Tribunal a. First registration of a nine-year-old player b. First registration of a national player who is a minor c. International transfer of a national player who is a minor d. First registration of a non national player who is a minor Select all that apply
a and b
Which of the following natural and legal persons is considered to be a third party in the context of third-party ownership? Select one or more: a. Football agents Correct b. Clubs other than the player's former clubs c. Investment funds d. Player's former clubs
a,b, and c
Which of the following clauses are permitted in an exclusive Representation Agreement? Select one or more: a. A requirement for the Client to pay the service fee for a negotiated contract even after the expiry of a Representation Agreement b. Details of the nature of the Football Agent Services to be provided c. Permission for the Client to pay USD 190,000 to represent themselves d. A requirement for the Client to pay all representation-related expenses to a Football Agent
a,b, and d
Does a contractual clause stipulating a sell- on fee breach article 18bis of the FIFA Regulations on the status and transfer of players? A. No, contractual clauses with sell- on fees could never lead to a breach of article 18bis of the FIFA regulations on the status and transfer of players B. Only when such a clause imposes an obligation on the counter club that limits the counter club's independence in employment and transfer-related matters C. Yes, contractual clauses with sell-on fees always constitute a breach of article 18bis of the FIFA regulations on the status and transfer of players D. Yes, sell-on fees are not admissible by FIFA
b
Does an existing Representation Agreement need to be reported to FIFA when a Football Agent and a Client amend it? Select one: a. Only if a national transfer or national Transaction occurs in relation to that Representation Agreement b. Always, if it has an international dimension c. Always, regardless of whether it has an international dimension Incorrect d. Never
b
Florian is a new Football Agent from Austria who was contacted by Kemoh, the father of a 13-year-old named Flastoh, who is currently playing in Malaysia. Kemoh would like Florian to represent Flastoh and get him an employment contract in Footballia, a country which has recently won the FIFA World Cup™ and is very well known for its development of young players. In his e-mail, Kemoh mentions that Florian would be paid EUR 50,000 if he managed to secure a trial and contract for Flastoh in one of Footballia's top clubs. After checking the relevant regulations of Footballia, Florian establishes that a professional contract in Footballia may only be signed at the age of 16 and that all Football Agents representing minors must have a national certificate for child safeguarding. What may Florian do to represent Flastoh? Select one or more: a. Represent Flastoh for trials but not for contract negotiations and charge EUR 25,000 b. Nothing, Flastoh is too young to be represented in Footballia c. Complete Footballia's national certificate for child safeguarding d. Complete the FIFA CPD for representation of minors
b
May a player enter into an agreement by means of which they are entitled to a percentage of the transfer fee paid for a future transfer? Select one: a. Yes, and the player may then assign this right to their Football Agent b. Yes, as long as this percentage refers to a transfer fee paid for a future transfer of the player entering the agreement c. No, because this is a third-party ownership agreement which is prohibited by article 18ter of the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players d. Yes, even if the agreement refers to the transfer fee paid for a future transfer of other players
b
To which body is the application to become a FIFA member country submitted? Choose the correct answer: a. The FIFA Congress. b. The FIFA General Secretariat. c. The Football Tribunal. d. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee. e. The FIFA Council.
b
Two consecutive transfers, whether national or international, of the same player connected to one other and that take place within 16 weeks Select one: a. are always considered to be a bridge transfer b. are presumed to be a bridge transfer, unless the clubs and player involved demonstrate the contrary c. may not be considered to be a bridge transfer if the bridge club is affiliated to the same association as the other clubs involved d. are considered to be a third-party ownership agreement
b
A CONMEBOL official has been under investigation for allegedly breaching the FIFA Code of Ethics. His matter is not one of those that are declared final by the relevant FIFA regulations. The Adjudicatory Chamber decided to sanction him. To which entity could he appeal this decision? Choose the correct answer: a. CAS b. Appeal Committee c. Disciplinary Committee d. Football Tribunal
b Article 53.2 provides the following: "The Appeal Committee is responsible for hearing appeals against decisions from the Disciplinary Committee and the Ethics Committee that are NOT declared final by the relevant FIFA regulations."
The FIFA Statutes outline several powers of the FIFA Council. Which of the following answers does not describe one of these powers? Choose the correct answer: a. The Council may decide to set up ad hoc committees, if necessary, at any time. b. The President shall be elected by the Council for a period of four years in the year following a FIFA World Cup™. c. The Council shall appoint the three representatives of FIFA who shall attend the general assembly of The IFAB in addition to the FIFA President. d. The Council approves the budget and the annual audited financial statements, including the consolidated financial statements, prepared by the Finance Committee and the annual report to be submitted to the Congress for approval.
b The reasoning for this can be found in Article 33 and Article 34 of the FIFA Statutes. Article 33 (2) of the FIFA Statutes states that 'the President shall be elected by the Congress for a period of four years in the year following a FIFA World Cup™.' In addition, the other three answers are outlined as powers of the FIFA Council in Article 34, subsections (4), (7), and (8).
The FIFA Statutes outline that there are several judicial bodies within FIFA that have competence to accept, oversee and deliver decisions in matters of dispute. Which of the following answers provides the correct judicial bodies currently in place? a. The Disciplinary Committee, the Players' Status Committee, the Ethics Committee and the Appeal Committee. b. The Disciplinary Committee, the Ethics Committee and the Appeal Committee. c. The Dispute Resolution Chamber and the Appeal Committee. d. The Disciplinary Committee, the Football Tribunal, and the Appeal Committee.
b The reasoning for this can be found in Article 50 of the FIFA Statutes, where it states in Article 50 (1) that 'the judicial bodies of FIFA are: (a) the disciplinary committee; (b) the ethics committee; and (c) the appeal committee.'
Which of the following sanctions may not be appealed before the FIFA Appeal Committee? Select one or more: a. A fine of CHF 50,000 b. A suspension of one match c. A warning d. A suspension of ten matches
b and c
Which of these statements are False? Choose the correct answers: a. There are associations that are members of a confederation, but they are not affiliated to FIFA. b. There are associations that are affiliated to FIFA, but they are not members of a confederation. c. There is at least one sovereign state with more than one association affiliated to FIFA. d. Every sovereign state's football association is affiliated to FIFA.
b and c Pursuant to article 11.2, FIFA accepts that there may be associations that are currently members of a confederation but not affiliated to FIFA (i.e. Bonaire in Concacaf), but in order to become a member of FIFA, an association must previously be affiliated to a confederation. The United Kingdom is a sovereign state with four different football associations (The -English-FA, The Scottish FA, the Welsh Football Association, and the Irish Football Association -representing Northern Ireland). There are sovereign states whose football association is not affiliated to FIFA (i.e. Marshall Islands or Monaco).
If a player fails to comply with a financial (or non-financial) decision issued by a competent decision-making body within the relevant association, which body is competent to enforce that decision? Select one or more: a. The Court of Arbitration for Sport b. The player's new association if the player has, in the meantime, registered with a club affiliated to another association c. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee d. The association of the body that has issued the decision
b and d
Which of the following activities constitute Football Agent Services? a. Negotiating with a coach for a Client to be called up to their respective representative team for the FIFA World Cup™ b. Negotiating the termination of a professional contract c. Representing Clients before the FIFA Football Tribunal Incorrect d. Organizing trials with clubs Select all that apply
b and d
Which of the following clauses are permitted in an exclusive Representation Agreement? Select one or more: a. Permission for the Client to pay USD 190,000 to represent themselves b. Details of the nature of the Football Agent Services to be provided c. A requirement for the Client to pay the service fee for a negotiated contract even after the expiry of a Representation Agreement d. A requirement for the Client to pay all representation-related expenses to a Football Agent
b, c, and d
A club has transferred a player who is a minor in violation of article 19 of the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players. Which FIFA body is competent to hear the case and impose possible sanctions on the club? Select one: a. The FIFA Football Tribunal b. The FIFA Ethics Committee c. The Court of Arbitration for Sport d. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee
d
Adiop is a 15-year-old footballer from Senegal who would like to become a professional. His father always had big dreams of becoming very rich. He contacted someone online who claimed to be a Football Agent with good contacts with European clubs. Adiop's father was so excited that he paid this individual USD 3,000 without seeing any documentation or accreditation in return for the promise of taking his son to a European club. Adiop argued with his father as he did not want to go because his club advised him not to trust this person who seemed to be a fake agent. However, his father forced him to go. What seems to be the father's priority in this case? a. Adiop's younger brothers' wellbeing b. Adiop's wellbeing c. The future of his son as an elite footballer Incorrect d. His dream of becoming rich
d
As of when is a claim time-barred before the FIFA Football Tribunal? Select one: a. Never, disputes before the FIFA Football Tribunal can always be lodged. b. If more than three years have elapsed since the event giving rise to the dispute. c. If more than five years have elapsed since the event giving rise to the dispute. Incorrect d. If more than two years have elapsed since the event giving rise to the dispute.
d
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has issued an award ordering a club to pay you money. However, the club has faced financial problems leading to its bankruptcy. The club subsequently disappeared and was disaffiliated from the relevant national association. A few years later, you discover that an almost identical club has started competing in the same league as the defunct club. Since the defunct club has not paid its debt, may you initiate proceedings against the new club for failing to comply with the aforementioned award by claiming that it is the sporting successor of the defunct club? Select one: a. Yes, you may file such an application with the FIFA Football Tribunal b. No, you need to file a new complaint against the new club with the competent body Incorrect c. Yes, you may file such an application with the Court of Arbitration for Sport d. Yes, you may apply to submit the matter to the FIFA Disciplinary Committee
d
What does the acronym "FIFA" mean? a. Fédération Internationale de Football Amateur b. International Federation of Association Football c. Federazione Internazionale de Football Associazione d. Fédération Internationale de Football Association
d Article 1.1 of the FIFA Statutes indicates the name, Fédération Internationale de Football Association, and venue, Zurich (Switzerland), of the organisation
Which of these entities is NOT part of the Football Tribunal? Choose the correct answer: a. The Dispute Resolution Chamber b. The Players' Status Chamber c. The Agents Chamber d. Disciplinary Committee
d Article 54.1 expressly provides that the Football Tribunal comprises three chambers: the Dispute Resolution Chamber, the Players' Status Chamber, and the Agents Chamber. According to article 24, The Disciplinary Committee and the Football Tribunal are different Bodies, so the former is not part of the latter.
Which of the following is not an official language of FIFA? Choose the correct answer: a. Arabic b. Portuguese c. Russian d. Mandarin Chinese
d Article 9.1 of the FIFA Statutes indicates that the official languages of FIFA are Arabic, English, French, German, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.
Which body ratifies the decisions taken by the Council Bureau? Choose the correct answer: a. The FIFA Congress. b. The FIFA General Secretariat. c. The Football Tribunal. d. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee. e. The FIFA Council.
e
