FIFA Disciplinary Code

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Article 31

Forfeit

1. A team sanctioned with a forfeit is considered to have lost the match by 3-0.

2. If the goal difference at the end of the match is greater than three, the result on the pitch is upheld. 31bis Replay of the match A match may be replayed if it could not take place or could not be played in full for reasons other than force majeure, but due to the behaviour of a team or behaviour for which an association or a club is liable.