FIFA Disciplinary Code

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Article 99

Burden of Proof

1. The burden of proof regarding disciplinary infringements rests on FIFA.

2. In the case of an anti-doping rule violation, it is incumbent upon the suspect to produce the proof necessary to reduce or cancel a sanction. For sanctions to be reduced, the suspect must also prove how the prohibited substance entered his body. Subsection 4. Representation and assistance