UEFA has opened a file against Osasuna following a Supreme Court ruling that upheld findings of manipulation related to the 2013-2014 season. This move signals the possibility of disciplinary action that could bar the Navarre club from European football in the upcoming campaigns. Osasuna earned a Conference League berth by finishing seventh in the league standings, a position that now hangs in the balance as the investigation unfolds.
The core issue centers on alleged involvement by the club in match fixing during the 2013-14 campaign. If UEFA determines that serious breaches occurred, the team could face sanctions that would exclude them from participation in European competitions. The Supreme Court decision, which implicated the club in embezzlement, document forgery, and other related offenses connected to the period in question, adds weight to the ongoing inquiry. Osasuna officials have stated that they are unaware of any formal notification and are awaiting clarity on the case. They emphasize that they have not received any official documents or summons related to the investigation. Goal reports the unfolding situation. — Goal
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Meanwhile, Athletic Bilbao finished the La Liga season in eighth place, and the ongoing proceedings could alter the European landscape for both clubs. If the investigation results in sanctions under consideration, the Basque club could inherit the European slot presently associated with Osasuna, effectively shifting a place from one club to another based on disciplinary outcomes. This potential shift underscores how off-field matters can directly influence on-field opportunities for qualification to continental competitions. Goal notes that the final determination rests with UEFA and the relevant disciplinary bodies as they review the evidence and apply the rules that govern eligibility for European football. — Goal
At present, UEFA’s process requires Osasuna to submit documentation confirming that there are no ongoing issues related to rigging or other violations that would conflict with competition rules. The club’s executives and legal team are compiling and presenting the necessary materials to demonstrate compliance with UEFA’s regulations. The organizing authorities will assess whether any current concerns persist and what, if any, sanctions might be applied. If the case proceeds to a formal sanction, it could affect the club’s ability to participate in future European campaigns, and it would also set a precedent for how similar cases are handled within the competition’s governance framework. — Goal
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