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Police investigate Primeira Liga referee appointments

RTP Notícias12 September 2026 at 13:50

The Judicial Police opened an inquiry to investigate the appointments of football referees for the Portuguese Primeira Liga. The investigation arises following a complaint made by Duarte Gomes, the former Technical Director of Refereeing.

Duarte Gomes submitted his resignation from the position after receiving complaints about an alleged plot to benefit Estrela da Amadora in the referee draws.

The case directly involves the club Estrela da Amadora, which is alleged to have been favored through a scheme in the appointments of referees for Primeira Liga matches. The investigation is now in the hands of the police authorities to determine responsibilities.

Why this matters

Football fans in Portugal now face the possibility that sporting results may have been influenced by illegal favoritism, raising questions about the integrity of competitions. Primeira Liga clubs, especially Estrela da Amadora, are under suspicion as the investigation unfolds, with potential repercussions for sporting results if the allegations are confirmed. This investigation follows directly from Duarte Gomes' resignation and the formal complaints he received regarding manipulation of referee appointments.

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