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S.S. Lazio has been condemned by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Tas) for not renewing Maja Göthberg's contract due to pregnancy. The Swedish footballer had lost the first case at the Fifa Dispute Resolution Chamber, but the Tas ruled in favor of Göthberg.
The case of Maja Göthberg
The story dates back to 2024, when Göthberg was an important player in the Lazio Women team that won promotion to the top Italian women's league.
The Tas decision
The Tas has condemned Lazio Women to pay economic compensation for illegally terminating the contract with the player after discovering her pregnancy.
Maja Göthberg's reactions
After the ruling, Göthberg wrote a statement on the matter: It was never just about football: it was about being treated with fairness and respect at an important time in my life.
| Date | Event | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Promotion to Serie A | Lazio Women promoted |
The Tas ruling sets an important precedent for women's football and sends a clear message: pregnancy should never be considered a problem or a reason to deny a player job opportunities.
