Articles by tag: match-fixing

FIFA disqualified Brazilian referee: fixed match for 2026 World Cup

Brazilian referee Flavio de Souza has been banned for life by FIFA for organizing a fixed match between Brazil and Chile. Details of the scandal, bets, and CAS decision. Read now.

FIFA disqualified a referee from Brazil for a match-fixing — 2026 World Cup qualifier

Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio disqualified for 4 years for bribery and sending off a Paraguay player in 2026 World Cup qualifier. Details of the scandal, FIFA sanctions and consequences for the national teams.

Resignation of FIFA referee: bribe of 150,000 euros for manipulation

FIFA disqualified a 2026 World Cup referee for 2 years for bribery and betting manipulation. Details of the corruption scheme, bet amounts, and organization's reaction. Read more →