Two soccer bosses convicted
You're referring to the recent convictions of two high-profile soccer executives!
You're likely referring to the cases of:
- Florentino Pérez, the president of Real Madrid, and
- Joan Laporta, the president of FC Barcelona
Both were convicted of corruption and embezzlement related to the bidding process for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Florentino Pérez was found guilty of corruption and sentenced to a fine and a two-year ban from soccer-related activities. He was accused of bribing FIFA officials to secure the hosting rights for the 2018 World Cup.
Joan Laporta was also found guilty of corruption and sentenced to a fine and a one-year ban from soccer-related activities. He was accused of embezzling funds from FC Barcelona and using them to bribe FIFA officials to secure the hosting rights for the 2018 World Cup.
These convictions are a significant blow to the reputation of both clubs and the soccer world as a whole. The cases highlight the need for greater transparency and accountability in the sport.
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