West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta has been cleared of spot-fixing charges by an independent commission.
The Brazilian faced four charges for allegedly trying to get booked on purpose to influence betting markets. He denied all allegations, and the commission found the charges not proven after a hearing.
However, two separate charges for failing to cooperate with the FA’s investigation were upheld. A separate decision on sanctions for those will be made soon.
“I’ve always said I’m innocent,” Lucas Paqueta said in a statement via the club.
West Ham vice-chair Karren Brady added: “We are pleased Lucas has been cleared. He has maintained his innocence from the outset, and we’ve supported him throughout.”
