Which body can order an appeal to have a suspensive effect?

The appropriate FIFA body or the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has the authority to order an appeal to have a suspensive effect. A suspensive effect means that the execution of a decision is temporarily halted while the appeal is being considered. This is crucial in ensuring that the party appealing does not suffer irreparable harm due to the enforcement of a decision that may later be overturned. Both FIFA's legal instances and CAS are recognized entities in sports law that have the power to make binding decisions regarding appeals, including the grant of a suspensive effect. This provision allows for a fairer and just process during disputes, preventing potentially unjust outcomes while the legal matters are being resolved.