Lucas Paqueta Issues Angry Statement on Gambling Investigation

Lucas Paqueta, a star for West Ham, sent a forceful message on social media expressing his displeasure with “misleading leaks” pertaining to the current gambling inquiry into his behavior.

The 26-year-old Brazilian international is charged with deliberately getting yellow cards in four Premier League games against Bournemouth, Leeds United, Aston Villa, and Leicester City. Paqueta may be subject to harsh penalties from the Football Association (FA), which may include a permanent suspension from playing professional football, if the accusations are validated.

Paqueta’s Angry Response

Paqueta took to social media to express his anger and deny the accusations, calling out media reports that he believes are distorting the truth.

“I am frustrated and upset to have read recent misleading and inaccurate press articles, published in both England and Brazil, claiming to disclose information about my case.” Paqueta wrote.

He continued:

“Some of that information is entirely false and appears designed to undermine my position. I am also concerned that, although they are false and misleading, these articles are clearly sourced from an individual close to the case.”