National team players Kerem Akturkoglu and Orkun Kokcu, who play for the Portuguese Super League team Benfica, are reportedly at risk of being banned from all sporting activities for three years due to allegations of bribery and match-fixing.
It is claimed that Benfica has been referred to the prosecutor for crimes such as corruption, match-fixing, and tax evasion. According to this, one of Portugal’s oldest teams, Benfica, could be banned from all sports competitions, including football, for a period of three years.
INVESTIGATION CONTINUES
According to a report in A Bola, one of Portugal’s leading newspapers, the Public Ministry of Portugal and the prosecutor’s office have launched an investigation into the club’s management for corruption and tax evasion. If Benfica is found guilty, it is said that a ban from sports competitions ranging from six months to three years will be requested.
The case against Benfica is emphasized to be related to allegations of bribery, match-fixing, and attempts to influence the judicial system.
POINT DEDUCTION AND FINE
In the news shared, it is reported that the investigation will continue and that Benfica may face a point deduction of 5-8 points and a financial penalty.
THIRD PLACE IN THE LEAGUE
Benfica, where national team stars Kerem Akturkoglu and Orkun Kokcu play, is currently in third place in the Portuguese Super League with 16 points collected from 7 matches.
