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Limerick FC's action against FAI is settled

Date
2020-01-20

Stage
Hearing Or Decision

Primary locality
Limerick

Summary

Limerick FC's High Court action against the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) was settled and struck out by Mr Justice Leoine Reynolds. The club had sued the FAI over an alleged failure to invite it to apply for a licence to play in the League of Ireland First Division in 2020, claiming this exclusion violated the FAI's own rules. Limerick also objected to the FAI allowing Shamrock Rovers B to enter the division, arguing the decision was made by the wrong body. After negotiations, the parties reached a confidential settlement, allowing Limerick to apply for a First Division licence. The court noted the settlement was agreed by the FAI's representatives, and Limerick's chairman expressed relief at regaining the ability to focus on the club's future. The case was formally dismissed following the settlement.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Limerick FC's action against FAI is settled. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

2020-01-20 Publication

Why: It claimed the decision to allow Shamrock Rovers B take part was wrongful because it was taken by the FAI's board and National League Executive Committee and not by the FAI Club Licensing Bodies. CNI source report