Re: FIFA Investigation and Elections Thread

[Art Morte]

There's definitely more reason behind it than what he said, something about not having a mandate from everyone, that he has known for years.

I don't want Platini, he is too close to the same circle that Blatter is part of.

[Jay29]

Chuck Blazer admits he accepted bribes for France 98 and South African 2010:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/32998735

Full transcript of his guilty plea here:

http://documents.latimes.com/chuck-blazers-guilty-plea-transcript/

[breva]

"INTERPOL issues Red Notices for former FIFA officials and executives wanted by US authorities"

LYON, France – At the request of US authorities, INTERPOL Red Notices – or international wanted persons alerts – have been issued for two former FIFA officials and four corporate executives for charges including racketeering, conspiracy and corruption.
The Red Notices have been issued for;
Jack Warner, Trinidad & Tobago national, former FIFA vice president and executive committee member, CONCACAF president, CFU president and Trinidad and Tobago Football Federation (TTFF) special adviser.
Nicolás Leoz, Paraguayan national, former FIFA executive committee member and CONMEBOL president.
Alejandro Burzaco, Argentine national, controlling principal of Torneos y Competencias S.A., a sports marketing business based in Argentina, and its affiliates.
Hugo Jinkis and Mariano Jinkis, Argentine nationals, controlling principals of Full Play Group S.A., a sports marketing business based in Argentina, and its affiliates.
José Margulies (also known as José Lazaro), Brazilian national, controlling principal of Valente Corp. and Somerton Ltd., broadcasting businesses.
Red Notices are one of the ways in which INTERPOL informs its member countries that an arrest warrant has been issued for an individual by a judicial authority and seeks the location and arrest of wanted persons with a view to extradition or similar lawful action."

http://www.interpol.int/News-and-media/News/2015/N2015-071

[RedOranje]

The FBI has expanded its investigation to include the 2018 and 2022 World Cup bidding process as well now.

http://www.theguardian.com/football/2015/jun/03/fbi-investigating-fifa-2018-2022-world-cup



Interesting to note that, as I understand it, Blazer's bribe for the 1998 World Cup was actually to vote for Morocco, who France beat out.

[breva]

The FBI has expanded its investigation to include the 2018 and 2022 World Cup bidding process as well now.

http://www.theguardian.com/football/2015/jun/03/fbi-investigating-fifa-2018-2022-world-cup



Interesting to note that, as I understand it, Blazer's bribe for the 1998 World Cup was actually to vote for Morocco, who France beat out.

Yes, I heard that too. When that happens the word usually gets out that the "bribee" is not trustworthy. How did they gain the trust of later "bribers". Maybe they used a different front man every four years.

[sportsczy]

RO.... gonna need a flow chart pretty soon of who bribed who, for how much, when and why I'm already confused

[RedOranje]

In this specific instance it's not terribly complex. Blazer accepted a bribe to vote for Morocco... who lost to France anyway. Morocco, or someone who wanted them to host a WC, tried and failed to buy their way into getting the 1998 one.

[sportsczy]

Warner is squealing.... this is really starting to get interesting. I foresee political assassinations soon.

http://www.espnfc.com/fifa-world-cup/story/2478293/former-fifa-vice-president-jack-warner-fears-for-his-life

[RedOranje]

I have trouble taking anything he says particularly seriously after the whole "Onion" thing.

[sportsczy]

Did you know he's running for President of Trinidad & Tabago

[RealGunner]

FIFA confirm paying the FAI $5m so they wouldn't pursue legal case into Thierry Henry handball

[Adit]

What a joke.

Now details of France bribing that ref should be released too.

Fifa probably got 10 mill from France and they gave 5 mill to Ireland

[futbol]

Has the bribery to extend the Ballon d'Or voting in 2013 been revealed yet?

[sportsczy]

Has the bribery to extend the Ballon d'Or voting in 2013 been revealed yet?

They don't need to bribe themselves.... so i think they're safe on this one

[Art Morte]

FIFA confirm paying the FAI $5m so they wouldn't pursue legal case into Thierry Henry handball

I'm not sure what to make of this one. Apparently the cash was spent on the construction of the new Aviva stadium in Ireland. Suggesting it didn't go to anyone's pocket, which is, like, good. But on the other hand it feels incredible that a handball and a referee mistake in a game of football results in a 5m payment.

[El Gunner]

FIFA confirm paying the FAI $5m so they wouldn't pursue legal case into Thierry Henry handball

I'm not sure what to make of this one. Apparently the cash was spent on the construction of the new Aviva stadium in Ireland. Suggesting it didn't go to anyone's pocket, which is, like, good. But on the other hand it feels incredible that a handball and a referee mistake in a game of football results in a 5m payment.

It's ridiculous that's what it is!

[futbol]

Has the bribery to extend the Ballon d'Or voting in 2013 been revealed yet?

They don't need to bribe themselves.... so i think they're safe on this one

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/fifa-scandal-sepp-blatter-former-5826371

Well, well. Looks like Cristiano ordered Irina to perform some fellatio on Blatter. No wonder they broke up right after the Ballon d'Or.

[Kaladin]

Has the bribery to extend the Ballon d'Or voting in 2013 been revealed yet?

They don't need to bribe themselves.... so i think they're safe on this one

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/fifa-scandal-sepp-blatter-former-5826371

Well, well. Looks like Cristiano ordered Irina to perform some fellatio on Blatter. No wonder they broke up right after the Ballon d'Or.

Reported for instilling disturbing imagery.

[Cruijf]

Zico just announced his candidacy for the election to replace Blatter. Anyone think he has a chance? Would be cool if he won.

[Art Morte]

Zico just announced his candidacy for the election to replace Blatter. Anyone think he has a chance? Would be cool if he won.

I'd rather have someone with a background in business and organizational stuff. FIFA is a big organization to take care of and I just don't see why ex football players and managers would have the know-how to do a good job in it.

[rwo power]

I'd rather have someone with a background in business and organizational stuff. FIFA is a big organization to take care of and I just don't see why ex football players and managers would have the know-how to do a good job in it.

Maybe ask Oliver Kahn! He did complete a course of study at tne University and holds a Master of Business Administration degree. And I bet no one would dare to do anything wrong when he's in charge as any perps would have to fear that he'd bite their heads off if he gets upset:

Spoiler:

[M99]

Computer equipment from Sepp Blatter's FIFA offices seized by Swiss authorities

http://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/computer-equipment-from-sepp-blatters-fifa-offices-seized-by-swiss-authorities-31293637.html

[Art Morte]

RWO suggests a goalkeeper for FIFA president, what a surprise.

I'd rather have a through-and-through business person than any ex-player.

[zigra]

^very much this.
Stop gifting jobs to ex players.

[rwo power]

Well, at least he did get a proper degree in business management, other than lots of other players who get such positions

[El Gunner]

+1 RWO you made a good case.

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