Lucas Paquetá faces a potential lifetime ban. In March, the player will appear in court
Attacking midfielder of West Ham, Lucas Paquetá, will stand trial for betting-related charges in March 2025, according to The Sun.
Details: The club is unhappy that the hearing will take place during the season, which could negatively impact the Brazilian's performances. Paquetá is suspected of deliberately receiving yellow cards in matches against Leicester, Aston Villa, Leeds, and Bournemouth, starting from November 2022.
Additionally, the Brazilian midfielder is accused of failing to comply with the investigation's requirements on two occasions. If found guilty, he faces a lifetime ban from football.
Recall: The English Football Association has charged Paquetá with four instances of intentional actions on the field aimed at fulfilling the conditions of pre-made bets. The 27-year-old midfielder faces a potential lifetime suspension, though West Ham fully supports their player.
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