Canada Challenges FIFA's Decision in Drone-Spying Scandal

Canada has appealed against FIFA's decision to dock six points from its women's soccer team due to a drone-spying scandal at the Paris Olympics. The Court of Arbitration for Sport is expected to deliver a verdict before Canada's crucial group-stage game against Colombia.

Canada is contesting FIFA's decision to deduct six points from its women's soccer team following a drone-spying incident during the Paris Olympics. The appeal comes as the team faces a crucial group-stage match against Colombia on Wednesday.

FIFA penalized Canada and imposed one-year bans on coach Bev Priestman and two assistants for allegedly using a drone to observe New Zealand's practices. The Canadian soccer federation, alongside the Olympic body, initiated legal proceedings, which the Court of Arbitration for Sport formally registered on Monday.

The Canadian federation argues the sanction is disproportionate and unfairly affects athletes uninvolved in any wrongdoing. Despite the deduction, Canada could still progress to the quarterfinals even if the appeal is unsuccessful.

(With inputs from agencies.)