Match-Fixing Confession and Death Threat Scandal in Bolivian League
Guabira goalkeeper Manuel Ferrel announced at a press conference that he deliberately conceded goals in a match due to death threats against his family.
Following the Bolivian First Division match between Always Ready and Guabira, which the hosts won 6-0, it was revealed that goalkeeper Manuel Ferrel deliberately conceded goals in the match due to death threats directed at his family.
The Match and the Score
The match between Always Ready, competing for the championship in the Bolivian First Division, and Guabira featured 6 goals. The home team won the match with a wide margin of 6-0.
Tears at the Press Conference
During the press conference held after the match, Guabira goalkeeper Manuel Ferrel and head coach Leonardo Eguez confessed to what happened. Coach Eguez was unable to hold back his tears as he shared the situation with the public.
Death Threats and Debt Confession
Head coach Leonardo Eguez stated that goalkeeper Ferrel's wife and mother received death threats. It was expressed that Ferrel had to allow the opposing team to score goals due to his debts.
Substitution During the Match
Always Ready took a 3-0 lead in the first half-hour of the match. Guabira goalkeeper Manuel Ferrel signaled for a substitution in the 35th minute and came off the pitch, and the first half ended 5-0.
Federation Launches Investigation
Bolivian Football Federation President Fernando Costa expressed their sorrow over the events. Costa noted that by cooperating with the player and club management, an investigation is being coordinated with the relevant authorities.