Canada has lodged an appeal against FIFA's decision to deduct six points from the women's soccer team as a consequence of the drone-spying scandal that has overshadowed their time in Paris. The controversy arose when allegations surfaced that team officials had used a drone to spy on New Zealand practices prior to their Olympic matches in Paris.
In response, FIFA not only rescinded the penalty imposed on Canada but also imposed a one-year ban on coach Bev Priestman and two assistant coaches. The matter has now been escalated to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) as a fast-track case, with an appeal hearing expected to take place as early as Tuesday. A three-judge panel is anticipated to deliver a verdict by Wednesday.
