FIFA Agent Disciplinary Code Practice Exam

Which of the following is a reason for match forfeiture?

1. Winning by less than 2 goals

2. Discriminatory conduct causing a match to be abandoned

3. A player receiving a red card

4. Injuries to key players

The correct answer is: Discriminatory conduct causing a match to be abandoned

The reason for match forfeiture that is accurately identified involves discriminatory conduct that leads to a match being abandoned. Under FIFA regulations and many sporting governing bodies, a match may be called off if severe breaches of conduct occur, especially those that contravene principles of fair play and equality. Discriminatory actions, such as racism or other forms of hate speech, not only harm the integrity of the game but also violate established protocols for maintaining respect and safety in sports environments. If a game is abandoned due to such behavior, it serves as grounds for the organizing body to declare the match as forfeited, typically against the team whose fans or members were responsible for the discrimination. The other options do not typically lead to forfeiture. Winning by less than 2 goals does not violate any rules and is simply a reflection of the game's competitive nature. A player receiving a red card, while it can affect team strategy and sometimes the outcome of a match, does not automatically result in a forfeit. Similarly, injuries to key players, while they can impact a team's performance, are considered a normal risk of the sport and do not constitute grounds for forfeiture.