Our Association is international
Sports is by definition universal, hence so should be the law that governs it.
Football is played worldwide
Through passion and practice, it has built a real social network at both local and international levels. Following the example of famous international football competitions, AIAF aims to create a link between various legal cultures, in a spirit of exchange and sharing.
The independence of lawyers and their professional ethics must serve football in its social dimension.
We value law as much as sport and we think that our ethics as independent lawyers can contribute to the development of football all the while enhancing the respect of fundamental rights.
KAFD Conference Center
Your venue to the 11th AIAF Congress.
The KAFD Conference Center, a state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Riyadh’s financial district, will serve as our venue for this year’s congress. Known for its modern architecture and cutting-edge technology, the KAFD Conference Center is the perfect setting to inspire innovative discussions and meaningful connections among football law professionals from around the globe.
Riyadh
Riyadh, the vibrant capital of Saudi Arabia enhances our congress with its extensive infrastructural capacities and profound cultural significance.
The city is poised to support our discussions and networking activities with its sophisticated facilities and welcoming atmosphere.
KAFD Conference Center
Your venue to the 11th AIAF Congress.
The KAFD Conference Center, a state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Riyadh’s financial district, will serve as our venue for this year’s congress. Known for its modern architecture and cutting-edge technology, the KAFD Conference Center is the perfect setting to inspire innovative discussions and meaningful connections among football law professionals from around the globe.
Riyadh
Riyadh, the vibrant capital of Saudi Arabia, enhances our congress with its extensive infrastructural capacities and profound cultural significance.
The city is poised to support our discussions and networking activities with its sophisticated facilities and welcoming atmosphere.
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Programme
11th AIAF Congress – Riyadh 2024
Avant-Garde Football: Shaping the Future
DAY 01
> 13 November 2024
8:30 - 9:00
Registration & Welcome Coffee
9:00 - 9:15
Welcome Speeches
9:15 - 9:45
Keynote Speech
9:45 - 11:00
Round-table
Navigating the Future of Women’s Football
(in partnership with WISLaw)
11:00 - 11:30
Coffee break
11:30 - 13:00
Interactive Session
Balancing Competition Calendar with Players’ Health
13:00 - 14:00
Quick Lunch
14:00 - 15:15
Workshop
Dissecting Transfer Clauses in Football Contracts
15:15 - 15:45
Coffee break
15:45 - 16:45
Round-table
AI and its Use in Football:
Towards a New Era
20:00
Dinner
DAY 02
> 14 November 2024
9:30 - 10:45
Round-table
Beyond Borders – Lessons and Limits of Saudi Football’s Ascent
10:45 - 11:00
Short Coffee break
11:00 - 12:15
Interactive Session
The Diarra Case: Towards the End of the Transfer System?
12:00 - 13:15
Round-table
Latest Updates on New FIFA Regulations
(Summary Report of the 3rd AIAF-FIFA Workshop)
13:15 - 13:30
Closing Remarks
13:30 - 14:00
Quick Lunch
Information
Visas:
Visitors from 66 eligible countries can apply for a visa through the quick and easy-to-use eVisa platform prior to travel. A tourist visa is acceptable to attend the conference.
Visitors from countries not eligible for the eVisa must apply for a consulate visa in their home country. Time taken to issue a visa is 2-3 business days in most cases.
For detailed information on the necessary formalities and to check if you are eligible for an eVisa, please visit Saudi Arabia Visa Information.
Venue:
The conference will take place at KAFD Conference Center.
Address:
QJ6R+3RM, Al Aqiq,
Riyadh 13519, Saudi Arabia
Registration:
You can register online by clicking here.
Registration rates include attendance to the Conference, two lunches, coffee breaks and a Dinner.
Languages:
English, Spanish and Arabic (with simultaneous translation).
COVID-19:
By registering for the 11th AIAF Congress, you are responsible for informing yourself about the specific health measures in Saudi Arabia, your country of departure or any stop-over countries. There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Saudi Arabia. AIAF disclaims any responsibility for your health situation or any incident related to it and no refund will be made.
Intended audience:
AIAF Members, counsels and lawyers, representatives of associations or federations, Clubs’ officials, Players’ Agents, companies in the “football business”, sport channels representatives, media specialists and Sport State Authorities.
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