Football
Barcelona points deduction? FIFA process explained as Osasuna appeal over ineligible player in LaLiga clash
The LaLiga leaders could be in hot water
Osasuna’s decision to file an appeal with the Spanish football federation (RFEF) on Friday stating Barcelona should not have fielded defender Inigo Martinez in their LaLiga game has prompted speculation of a potential points deduction.
Martinez, who withdrew from the Spain squad for their Nations League games due to a swollen right knee, played the full 90 minutes in Barcelona’s 3-0 win on Thursday which moved the league leaders three points clear in LaLiga.
“Osasuna believes that Inigo Martinez, whose absence from the Spanish national team was due to a medical leave, was not eligible to play in yesterday’s match in accordance with FIFA regulations.”
