Lucas Paqueta vows to clear his name after being charged with spot-fixing

West Ham midfielder Paqueta says he will forcefully contest the disciplinary action.

Thu, 23 May, 2024 - 17:00

Carl Markham

West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta has vowed to “fight with every breath” to clear his name after being charged with four spot-fixing offences.

The Football Association alleges the Brazil international attempted to get booked for betting purposes in Premier League matches against Leicester in November 2022, Aston Villa in March 2023, Leeds in May 2023 and Bournemouth last August.

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