Overview

• A 314-page decision faulted the FA for relying on an in-house betting investigator rather than an independent expert and questioned performance evidence from SPIS.
• The commission found four spot-fixing charges not proven, saying betting patterns were inconsistent with a fix and noting no betting material on Paquetá’s phones and more than 300 recovered messages unrelated.
• The FA confirmed it will not appeal; a separate hearing will set penalties for two misconduct breaches for failing to answer questions and provide information.
• Reporting indicates the likely outcome is a six-figure fine of about £150,000 rather than a ban, with a decision on who covers more than £1m in legal costs still pending.
• Paquetá and West Ham are considering suing the FA for losses tied to the aborted £80–85m Manchester City move, according to statements from his legal team.