RWDM achieved a convincing victory on the field of KV Kortrijk last weekend. The Molenbeek residents thus keep alive the hope of an extended stay in the Jupiler Pro League. Meanwhile, owner John Textor doesn’t hesitate to claim the spotlight.
The American also has the Brazilian Botafogo and the French Olympique Lyon in his portfolio. According to Textor, Brazilian football is plagued by match fixing and referees are bribed several times. He testified about this on Monday in a committee of the Brazilian Senate in Brasilia. That writes The newspapaer.
Also match fixing in Belgium
Last season, Botafogo narrowly lost to Palmeiras in the title battle. That clearly still stings. “We are going to prove beyond doubt that Palmeiras has benefited from this match fixing,” said Textor.
Remarkable: according to the American, there is also evidence of cheating in our country. “We have discovered that Brazil is no different from the rest of the world, Belgium, France and Europe. Match fixing is a reality in football.” Textor would now like to prove his allegations using artificial intelligence.
Not the first time Textor has surprised
Textor often demands the spotlight. In a short time, he brought both ex-coach Vincent Euvrard and Thierry Dailly to RWDM. The latter was accused by Textor of, among other things, embezzlement.
Dailly washed his hands of his innocence and denied all allegations. Now Textor is once again going to great lengths in the football world. It remains to be seen whether he will be able to provide clear evidence.
