Bobby Moore's arrest in Colombia days before the 1970 World Cup caused a diplomatic crisis, revealed by recently released cables. The British Foreign Office's intervention was significant and may have affected the judge's ruling. Clara Padilla, who accused Moore of stealing a 600 emerald bracelet, maintained her claim before her death. The incident threatened England's title defense and led to conspiratorial theories about the Brazilian Football Association. Moore expressed confusion about the accusations against him, denying any wrongdoing in the matter.
Clara Padilla, the shop assistant, accused Moore of stealing a 600 emerald bracelet and stated shortly before her death, "I never accused Bobby Moore falsely, I know what I saw."
The British Foreign Office exerted enormous pressure on Colombia regarding Bobby Moore’s arrest, which may have influenced the judge's decision in the case.
As the allegations threatened to derail England's chances of defending their World Cup title, theories emerged that the Brazilian Football Association might have conspired against them.
At the time, Moore commented on the situation, expressing uncertainty about the accusations: "I can assure you of that. I'm not too sure what it's all about."
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