Mazatlán FC Player Receives Six-Year Ban for Match-Fixing

A Mazatlán FC player in Mexico's top women's soccer league has been banned from all football-related activities for six years following a thorough investigation into alleged match-fixing during the 2025 Clausura tournament. The Mexican Football Federation (FMF) stated that, after reviewing evidence and providing the involved parties with a chance to defend themselves, the Disciplinary Committee determined the player's guilt and imposed the significant suspension, which includes administrative and representative roles as well as playing. The identity of the player has not been made public, maintaining confidentiality during the process. The FMF emphasized the seriousness of the case by escalating it to FIFA, reflecting a wider crackdown on corruption and a commitment to upholding the integrity of the sport. This incident is part of a broader effort by the FMF to address match-fixing and betting violations in Mexican football, with several other lengthy bans issued earlier in the year. Mazatlán FC has publicly supported the FMF’s action, underscoring the importance of fair play and ethical standards in the league.