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🏆 The Final Eight are confirmed for SLAM 2026. It started with 77 teams from over 30 countries submitting written pleadings on a complex anti-doping dispute, then arguing before expert advocates in the oral qualification rounds. 16 teams progressed to the Regional Oral Finals, arguing before panels of CAS arbitrators. Now, 8 teams make the journey to Lausanne. On 23–24 April, they will compete in the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and Grand Final at the Court of Arbitration for Sport — the same hearing rooms where landmark sports law disputes are decided every day. The Grand Final takes place alongside the 2nd Edition of our International Dispute Resolution in Sport Conference — bringing together leading practitioners, arbitrators, and sports executives for a full day of panels and discussion on the most pressing issues in sports dispute resolution. See here for more information and to register for the conference: bit.ly/4c0ySw4 Congratulations to all eight teams. And thank you to every judge, coordinator, and participant who made this edition possible — the standard this year has been exceptional. Read the press release here: bit.ly/4cef4UK #SLAM2026

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FLAM 2026 is officially here. The much anticipated 3rd Edition of the Football Law Annual Moot returns! Theme: Professional or Amateur? The Legal Consequences of Player Status in Modern Football. Register via: flam24.com/registration/

We are excited to announce that the 2026 Football Law Annual Moot Finals will take place in the vibrant city of Lagos, Nigeria! As the global football transfer market continues to evolve, this year’s competition will focus on the legal intricacies that shape players' careers.

Simulación del crecimiento de la Ciudad de México durante 700 años, entre 1325 y 2025. Se fundó como Tenochtitlan sobre una isla en el Lago de Texcoco, desarrollaron una ingeniería avanzada con chinampas (islas artificiales) para agricultura y diques para separar aguas dulces y saladas. Tras la conquista, el lago fue drenado. Hoy se hunde entre 10 y 30 centímetros por año.

We are deeply grateful to Ricardo De Buen, a distinguished international sports Lawyer and CAS Arbitrator, for his invaluable contributions to FLAM 2025. He delivered an insightful session on Examining the Jurisdiction of the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Breach of Contract Claims, offering participants a clear and practical understanding of one of the most critical areas of international sports dispute resolution. His analysis was both rigorous and accessible, bridging doctrine with real-world application. In addition, Ricardo served as the Head of the Mediation Panel, where his leadership, experience, and measured approach ensured a high standard of engagement and professionalism throughout the mediation proceedings. He also contributed as a member of the Arbitration Panel, bringing depth, balance, and judicial precision to the evaluation process. His involvement across multiple stages of the competition greatly enriched the learning experience for all participants. We sincerely appreciate his time, expertise, and commitment to advancing sports law education. His contributions reflect a meaningful investment in the development of the next generation of sports lawyers and the continued growth of Sports Law in Africa.

This Christmas, we celebrate a year of learning, excellence, and a shared commitment to the rule of law in football. We are grateful to every student, mentor, arbitrator, and partner who made the Football Law Annual Moot a platform for growth and meaningful engagement. May this season bring rest, reflection, and renewed purpose as we look ahead to an even greater year. Merry Christmas from all of us at FLAM.

An excerpt from Ricardo De Buen, @DEBUEN, (CAS Arbitrator and International Sports Lawyer) on the red carpet. Ricardo De Buen spoke glowingly of the competition and its organizers, expressing sincere appreciation for their efforts in creating a structured platform dedicated to the education, exposure, and practical training of young and emerging sports lawyers. He acknowledged the importance of initiatives such as this in shaping the future of sports law practice, particularly within developing jurisdictions. Beyond the red carpet moments, De Buen delivered an insightful and experience-driven presentation addressing several critical issues in international sports dispute resolution. His session was primarily focused on the jurisdiction of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), enriched by practical examples drawn from over two decades of hands-on experience in sports arbitration and international sports law practice. It was truly an honour to host an arbitrator of De Buen’s calibre. His participation reflects the depth, relevance, and intellectual rigor of the discussions the Football Law Annual Moot (FLAM) continues to facilitate, reinforcing its growing role in advancing sports law education and development in Africa and beyond.

Celebramos 18 años de nuestra fundación. Gracias a los clientes y amigos por la confianza. Gracias a todos los que integran el Despacho por la dedicación diaria que hace esto posible. Como el primer día, seguiremos trabajando con el fin de dar un servicio de excelencia.

We are delighted to announce that Ricardo De Buen of @DEBUEN one of the world’s foremost Sports Lawyers and a distinguished CAS Arbitrator with over two decades of legal practice, will be joining us as a Speaker and Arbitrator at the Finals of the Football Law Annual Moot.

Our annual FIFA Anti-doping report is now published. 📅 Period: 1 January 2024 to 31 July 2025. ✅ Nearly 2,000 doping control tests were conducted across FIFA tournaments & continental qualifying competitions. More info & download the report 👇 inside.fifa.com/legal/anti-dop…

⚽️Armonizar leyes nacionales con la #UNCAC ⚽️Crear más cooperación entre gobiernos, organizaciones deportivas, OSC y sector privado ⚽️Mejorar la transparencia en transferencias y contrataciones ¡Descubre qué se necesita para proteger el deporte! 👇 unodc.org/documents/Safe…

La #corrupción en el deporte cada vez es más sofisticada, organizada y transnacional en las Américas y el Caribe. El nuevo informe de @UNODC ofrece perspectivas y recomendaciones sobre cómo proteger el deporte en la región. Conoce más 👉unodc.org/documents/Safe…

Fragmentos del vídeo publicado ayer por la Oficina de las Naciones Unidas contra la Droga y el Delito, respecto del “workshop” relativo a la prevención de la corrupción en el Deporte, realizado en la Ciudad de México hace algunos días, con la participación de Ricardo de Buen.

Con el apoyo del @iocmedia y la @fifacom_es, 65 representantes de Canadá, Estados Unidos y México pertenecientes a distintas instituciones reforzaron sus conocimientos sobre el uso de las herramientas jurídicas existentes de cara a la @fifaworldcup_es. 🎥👇youtu.be/Ok92QBzJ6ak

¡Ya disponible📖! Nuevo informe de @UNODC: Salvaguardar el deporte de la corrupción: Enfoque en los países de las Américas y el Caribe. Este ofrece marcos legales, herramientas prácticas y propuestas concretas para reforzar la cooperación y la integridad en el deporte⬇️.

#Agenda Acompáñanos en el lanzamiento del informe Salvaguardar el Deporte de la Corrupción: Enfoque en los Países de las Américas y el Caribe. 📆Día: 19 de septiembre 🕘Hora: 9:00 h.🇲🇽 10:00 h.🇵🇦🇨🇴 12:00 h.🇧🇷 💻Plataforma: Microsoft Teams 📝Registro: @0f9e35db-544f-4f60-bdcc-5ea416e6dc70" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/74c6cb0a…