Brazilian Football Confederation Establishes Integrity Unit to Combat Match-Fixing

From his role as the integrity officer, Gussem will spearhead the fight against manipulation in sports betting, aligning with CBF President Ednaldo Rodrigues' commitment to FIFA and Conmebol. Rodrigues emphasizes the necessity for swift, sustainable, and effective collaboration at both domestic and global levels to combat sports competition manipulation.

Earlier this year, Justice Minister Flávio Dino initiated a national investigation into match-fixing in Brazilian soccer, anticipating potential international repercussions. The soccer league, expressing its commitment, aims to receive 4% of sportsbooks' revenue to revolutionize the gaming system and support various clubs and teams.

Gussem, the former head of the Public Ministry of Rio de Janeiro, considers the Integrity Unit a pioneering structure, expressing his honor to contribute to Brazilian football's security and rigidity in competitions. He acknowledges the enormous challenge and emphasizes the responsibility entrusted to him. FIFA has already recognized the unit as a global pilot, demonstrating its potential impact.