Botafogo owner Textor is suspended and could face additional sanctions

John Textor, owner of SAF do Botafogo, was punished for the infractions he committed in the 4-3 victory over Palmeiras, in 2023. The expected penalty was a 45-day suspension and a fine of R$100,000. Furthermore, there are still two cases in which he was convicted.continues after publication➡️ Tudo sobre o Fogão now on WhatsApp. Follow our Lance channel! Botafogo➡️ Play Stove? Place R$100 in the bid! Bet and earn R$503 on Botafogo's victory over FlamengoEven for 45 days, the businessman will only be suspended for 17 days. This is because he had already been suspended for 30 days, a period that increased to 35 days after the decision of the Supreme Sports Court (STJD). John Textor is punished for offenses against Palmeiras after Botafogo's victory (Photo: Thiago Ribeiro/AGIF)John Textor has already served his entire sentence, considering 35 days that were decided in 2023. Botafogo then presented a request for a provisional measure to allow the South American team to follow the final stages of the Brasileirão. This Friday (26) the case was heard again. continues after announcement. In practice, the suspension means that Textor will not be able to watch Botafogo games on fixed dates. The fine can be appealed. MORE COVERAGEJohn Textor could face more punishment, this time for allegations of conspiracy and against Palmeiras. The businessman has also been accused by the STJD of not presenting evidence he claimed to have received regarding allegations of corruption in football. Another case involves Textor's accusation that players manipulated results in Palmeiras' matches against São Paulo and Fortaleza. Both have not yet been tested.continues after adAll AboutBotafogoJohn Textor