Fifa has imposed a lifetime ban on former Gabon youth-team coach Patrick Assoumou Eyi, known as Capello, after finding him guilty of sexual abuse against multiple players, many of whom were minors. Following allegations first reported in 2021, the FIFA ethics committee confirmed his guilt related to various misconducts, including grooming and exploitation of young footballers. Eyi has been fined 1 million Swiss francs and will face all football-related activity restrictions as investigations into further allegations continue. This case has raised crucial concerns about safeguarding in youth sports.
Fifa's adjudicatory chamber has found Patrick Assoumou Eyi guilty of sexual abuse against multiple players, resulting in a lifetime ban and a fine of 1 million Swiss francs.
The numerous allegations against Eyi, which include grooming and exploiting young players, paint a disturbing picture of abuse in youth football, highlighting the vulnerability of minors.
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