FAI refer player's dope test to Tribunal

The FAI confirmed today that following a random test, a player who competes in the eircom League has tested positive, in a and b samples, for a banned substance under the Association’s Doping Control Regulations.

In accordance with the process set out in the regulations, the FAI has referred the matter to the Independent Doping Tribunal.

The three member Tribunal comprises a senior legal practitioner, a medical practitioner and a sports administrator.

The Tribunal shall determine whether a doping offence has been committed and if so, ascertain the appropriate penalty to be imposed in the case in question.

The FAI has a strict doping control policy with detailed procedures and regulations which are in line with both FIFA and the Irish Sports Council guidelines.

Random drug testing is a routine part of these procedures and was introduced by the FAI in 2002.