بعد فوضى «السوبر».. هل يُعفى اتحاد كرة القدم؟

The intervention of the President of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal, with an urgent directive to address the organizational aspects of the Super Cup, has raised widespread questions in the sports community regarding the committee's authority in dealing with the Saudi Football Federation, and whether it has the right to "dissolve the council" or dismiss it.

Committee Authorities

According to the bylaws, the Olympic Committee represents the Kingdom in international forums, works on formulating sports strategies, and supervises specialized committees and sports federations. It has the authority to monitor, direct, and issue binding recommendations, but it does not have the legal authority to dissolve an existing federation, as this would conflict with the regulations of the International Football Federation (FIFA), which prohibits any direct external interference in the affairs of national federations.

Who has the authority to dissolve?

The entity authorized to dissolve the board of directors of the Saudi Football Federation is the General Assembly of the federation, which can withdraw confidence or call for early elections if serious violations or administrative shortcomings are proven. Additionally, any step of this nature must comply with FIFA regulations to avoid international sanctions that could lead to the freezing of football activities.

The Role of the Olympic Committee

The role of the Olympic Committee remains supervisory, directive, and pressure-oriented; it submits its reports to the Ministry of Sports and the General Assembly, monitors compliance with international standards, and may push for substantial changes or reforms without becoming involved in a direct dissolution decision.