RT @cnnbrk: U.S. to announce corruption charges against senior officials at FIFA, world's soccer governing body, officials say.
https://twitter.com/cnnbrk/status/603412118961004545
UPDATE:
https://twitter.com/cnnbrk/status/603412118961004545
UPDATE:
ZURICH — Swiss authorities began an extraordinary early-morning operation here Wednesday to arrest several top soccer officials and extradite them to the United States on federal corruption charges.http://www.nytimes.com/2015/05/27/sports/soccer/fifa-officials-face-corruption-charges-in-us.html
As leaders of FIFA, soccer’s global governing body, gathered for their annual meeting, more than a dozen plain-clothed Swiss law enforcement officials arrived unannounced at the Baur au Lac hotel, an elegant five-star property with views of the Alps and Lake Zurich.
The officers went to the registration desk to get keys, then headed upstairs toward the hotel rooms.
This is amazing, hopefully that fat cunt Blatter is sent to rot and Qatar and Russia are both stripped of WC rights.
Really hope this breaks the current power structure of the organization.
And most of all, I hope the horrible abuses in Qatar can be stopped. Sporting events should not be built on the backs of slaves.
And most of all, I hope the horrible abuses in Qatar can be stopped. Sporting events should not be built on the backs of slaves.
By duki Go To Postwhat on earth would give the US jurisdiction here over... anyone elseThe US and Switzerland have a treaty that gives them such powers:
don't understand that part
United States law gives the Justice Department wide authority to bring cases against foreign nationals living abroad, an authority that prosecutors have used repeatedly in international terrorism cases. Those cases can hinge on the slightest connection to the United States, like the use of an American bank or Internet service provider.
Switzerland’s treaty with the United States is unusual in that it gives Swiss authorities the power to refuse extradition for tax crimes, but on matters of general criminal law, the Swiss have agreed to turn people over for prosecution in American courts.
By reilo Go To PostThe US and Switzerland have a treaty that gives them such powers:And even a slight connection to a US entity like a bank or an ISP can be enough to give jurisdiction to US law enforcement.
Edit: I see you added the part about jurisdiction.
"One FIFA official, Eduardo Li of Costa Rica, was led from his room. "
good, get that corrupt fuck outta here
good, get that corrupt fuck outta here
'MERICA be like " FIFA, a package came in the mail today."
FIFA "What package?"
'MERICA "DEEZ CUFFS, GOT EEM"
FIFA "What package?"
'MERICA "DEEZ CUFFS, GOT EEM"
Murica just admit it
you just don't like soccer
you hate it so much that you refuse to even call it by its real name
WHY ARE YOU DOING THIS
fucking GET IN you freedom fighters <3 save us
you just don't like soccer
you hate it so much that you refuse to even call it by its real name
WHY ARE YOU DOING THIS
fucking GET IN you freedom fighters <3 save us
I wonder how much of getting the worldcup away from Russia led to this? Probably even more than having it go to Qatar
By duki Go To Postso the US has it because it says it has it lmao
good stuff, love international law
It's an agreement - we don't want your criminals, you don't want our criminals, that kind of thing.
By Zeus Ex Machina Go To PostI wonder how much of getting the worldcup away from Russia led to this? Probably even more than having it go to Qatar
I have the same impression. If they can fuck Putin the US of A will do it.
However, I don't mind in this case.
FBI vs FIFA
Round 1: Fight!
About time. I just hope there are some real consequences from this. FIFA presser scheduled in about half an hour.
By Yurt Go To PostObligatoryhad no idea about the Qatar exit visa stuff wtf that is demonic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlJEt2KU33I
NBA bros will love it
from the other thread
Martyn Ziegler @martynziegler 7m7 minutes ago
BREAKING: 10 FIFA members who took part in vote for 2018/2022 WC to be questioned by Swiss police
Extraordinarily Leoz has also been accused of requesting a knighthood in return for supporting England's bid for the World Cup (despite the fact that non-British nationals are obviously not eligible).
Email correspondence later revealed Leoz asked for the FA Cup to be named after him.
By Fergie Go To PostWhat a day.
What a lovely day.
Basically, lets see what happens though
By Yurt Go To Post14 * arrested
Getting dizzy by that spin. Elections to proceed as planned? In that case this feels like Blatter getting rid of the naughty ones.
Disgusting how America thinks they are the world police yet again, judging other peoples culture. Corruption is a tradition in football.
Away from the press conference, the US department of Justice has released a statement to the media saying 14 defendants have been charged with "racketeering, wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies" over a 24-year period.
Four individual defendants and two corporate defendants have pleaded guilty.
Acting US attorney Kelly T Currie said: "After decades of what the indictment alleges to be brazen corruption, organised international soccer needs a new start.
"It needs a new chance for its governing institutions to provide honest oversight and support of a sport that is beloved across the world, increasingly so here in the United States.
"Let me be clear: this indictment is not the final chapter in our investigation."
so THIS is why we got the Americans into football
so they can SAVE IT <3
AMERICAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
By Ricky Go To PostStop sucking overseas dicks guysFeds are charging them under RICO.
Nothing will change
You're so naive.
This is legislation literally designed to take down the mafia. The government can seize FIFA's assets if they wanted.
By Ricky Go To PostStop sucking overseas dicks guysricky baby this isnt italia
Nothing will change
You're so naive.
EVERYTHING will change
Justice Department Press Release:
“The indictment alleges corruption that is rampant, systemic, and deep-rooted both abroad and here in the United States,” said Attorney General Lynch. “It spans at least two generations of soccer officials who, as alleged, have abused their positions of trust to acquire millions of dollars in bribes and kickbacks. And it has profoundly harmed a multitude of victims, from the youth leagues and developing countries that should benefit from the revenue generated by the commercial rights these organizations hold, to the fans at home and throughout the world whose support for the game makes those rights valuable. Today’s action makes clear that this Department of Justice intends to end any such corrupt practices, to root out misconduct, and to bring wrongdoers to justice – and we look forward to continuing to work with other countries in this effort.”
“Today’s announcement should send a message that enough is enough,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Currie. “After decades of what the indictment alleges to be brazen corruption, organized international soccer needs a new start – a new chance for its governing institutions to provide honest oversight and support of a sport that is beloved across the world, increasingly so here in the United States. Let me be clear: this indictment is not the final chapter in our investigation.”
“When leaders in an organization resort to cheating the very members that they are supposed to represent, they must be held accountable,” said Chief Weber. “Corruption, tax evasion and money laundering are certainly not the cornerstones of any successful business. Whether you call it soccer or football, the fans, players and sponsors around the world who love this game should not have to worry about officials corrupting their sport. This case isn't about soccer, it is about fairness and following the law. IRS-CI will continue to investigate financial crimes and follow the money wherever it may lead around the world, leveling the playing field for those who obey the law.”
By Yurt Go To Postas FlutterPuffs suggested, we're gonna have to call it Soccer now
it makes more sense anyway
Do one, Anglophobe.