The Dutch football association (KNVB) is investigating a potential mass replay of up to 133 Eredivisie matches after allegations that a player used a forged passport to register and play. The case, dubbed 'PasseportGate,' centers on an unnamed player whose eligibility is now in question.
According to reports from Dutch media outlet NOS, the player in question is believed to have competed under a false identity, potentially affecting results across multiple seasons. The KNVB confirmed it is reviewing the matter but has not yet made a final decision on whether to order replays.
If the KNVB rules that all matches involving the player must be replayed, it would be one of the largest-scale match replays in football history, impacting the league standings and potentially relegation battles. Legal experts say the decision could face appeals from affected clubs.
The investigation is ongoing, and no official timeline for a verdict has been announced. The KNVB has urged patience while it gathers all necessary evidence.
