CSKA Moscow goalkeeper Ivan Fedotov, disqualified by the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), was appointed as the first goalkeeper of the army club for the friendship club with Dinamo Minsk.
The goalkeeper’s disqualification only applies to official matches, meaning he cannot play in the regular season of the Continental Hockey League (NHL) but may take part in friendlies.
The match between Dynamo and CSKA, played in Minsk, entered the first period. The account has not been opened yet.
Before the start of last season, Fedotov signed a contract with Philadelphia, which plays in the National Hockey League (NHL). However, he missed the whole season due to his service in the Russian army. On July 9, 2023, the Continental Hockey League (KHL) registered goalkeeper Ivan Fedotov’s contract with CSKA, causing controversy between clubs and Leagues.
The IIHF recognized Fedotov’s contract with Philadelphia as valid and decided to punish CSKA with a one-season international transfer ban. The regulation will enter into force on 11 August 2023 and will expire on 10 August 2024. Fedotov received a suspension that expires on December 31, 2023. On August 18, CSKA appealed the goalkeeper’s sentence.
former head of the IIHF answered When asked what would happen if Fedotov, who was disqualified, plays with Ak Bars.
Source: Gazeta
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