Sports7/31/2025The Guardian

Paquetá and West Ham left angry after prolonged spot-fixing case ‘nightmare’ | Matt Hughes

Paquetá and West Ham left angry after prolonged spot-fixing case ‘nightmare’ | Matt Hughes

The news article discusses the prolonged spot-fixing case involving Lucas Paquetá, a West Ham midfielder. The case was triggered by a yellow card he received for a challenge on Boubakary Soumaré during a match in November 2022. This seemingly minor incident set off a chain of events that left Paquetá fighting for his career over the next two years. Despite being cleared of spot-fixing charges on Thursday, the article suggests that Paquetá's victory feels somewhat bittersweet, as the legal battle has taken a significant toll on him and the club. The article highlights the impact of the high-profile corruption case on Paquetá and West Ham, and the lasting effects it has had on the player's career and the club's reputation.

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