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FA Expected to Announce Verdict on West Ham Midfielder Paqueta Betting Case
The Football Association (FA) is set to announce its long-awaited verdict on West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta's spot-fixing case, which involves allegations that he deliberately received bookings to influence betting markets during Premier League matches. Paqueta, under investigation since August 2023 and charged in May 2024, faced a hearing that concluded in June, with the FA seeking a lifetime ban. Reports suggest the ruling is largely in Paqueta's favor, potentially clearing him, though the exact punishment remains unclear. West Ham and fans have expressed frustration over the prolonged process, while the FA clarified that an Independent Regulatory Commission manages the case, not the FA directly. Meanwhile, Brazilian club Flamengo is monitoring the situation closely, considering a possible move to bring Paqueta back to Brazil if he is cleared or receives limited sanctions. The case has cast a shadow over Paqueta's career and West Ham's fortunes, with the verdict expected to influence his future significantly.

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