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Paulo Lopo denies promise to Hélder Malheiro

Dia de Jogo — jornal desportivo15 September 2026 at 19:53

Paulo Lopo, former leader of Estrela da Amadora's SAD, denied having made any promise to Hélder Malheiro, the sports commentator who suggested alleged influence in referee appointments.

The former club official states that he never influenced referee appointments, refusing any kind of interference regarding refereeing matters.

Lopo also stated that he does not even know how far in advance referees learn of their appointments, suggesting he is unaware of the internal procedures related to the designation of match officials.

Why this matters

The situation directly involves Portuguese football and issues of integrity in referee appointments, which may affect the credibility of sporting competitions. Readers learn Paulo Lopo's version of this accusation, which may have implications for both parties involved in football.

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