Pressure is being exerted to remove a referee from the classic match. Messages related to this pressure have already been collected by the authorities and extracted from the mobile phones of referees and former referees. The Judicial Police have already heard witnesses and collected evidence that will be fundamental to the investigation.
Incidents
Pressure to remove referee from classic match
Correio da Manhã14 September 2026 at 11:14
Why this matters
Readers following Portuguese football may be concerned about the integrity of the competitions, especially in a classic where refereeing is decisive. The investigation suggests a possible case of corruption or pressure on referees, which could shake confidence in the sport. The evidence collected by the Judicial Police will be essential to clarify whether there was undue interference in the referee's appointment.
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