FIFA FIFA Agent Ethics & Code of Conduct 2

Question 1

A football agent is found to have made false statements on their FIFA license application. What is the likely consequence?

Accepted Answer

Revocation of the license and possible ban from re-applying

Answer

Providing false information on a license application is grounds for revocation of the license and potential permanent or temporary disqualification.

Question 2

Which ethical principle requires a football agent to be transparent about how their fees are calculated and who pays them?

Accepted Answer

Duty of disclosure

Answer

The duty of disclosure obligates agents to be fully transparent about fee structures and the source of their remuneration.

Question 3

Under FIFA regulations, an agent who solicits a minor player (under 18) without parental or guardian involvement is in violation of which principle?

Accepted Answer

Minor protection rules

Answer

FIFA's minor protection rules require that parental or guardian consent and involvement be secured before an agent may represent a minor player.

Question 4

What is the FIFA-mandated requirement when an agent represents a player in a transfer and also receives payment from the club involved in that same transfer?

Accepted Answer

All parties must provide written informed consent to the dual payment arrangement

Answer

FIFA requires written informed consent from all parties whenever an agent receives remuneration from multiple parties in a single transaction.

Question 5

Which FIFA body is responsible for investigating and sanctioning breaches of the Football Agent Regulations related to ethics violations?

Accepted Answer

FIFA Ethics Committee

Answer

The FIFA Ethics Committee has jurisdiction to investigate and sanction conduct that violates FIFA's ethical standards, including agent misconduct.

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FIFA FIFA Agent Ethics & Code of Conduct 2