Blatter and Platini, once powerful figures in world soccer, were acquitted for a second time of charges concerning misuse of FIFA funds exceeding $2 million. Their acquittal stems from a protracted legal battle initiated by an attorney general's appeal following a prior ruling. Both men have maintained their innocence throughout the decade-long saga, which was triggered by allegations arising from a large payment made to Platini. Their legal victories have marked a significant turning point in a controversial chapter in soccer's history.
Blatter and Platini have consistently denied wrongdoing in a decade-long case that swung on their claims of a verbal agreement to one day settle the money in question.
Michel Platini must finally be left in peace in criminal matters. After two acquittals, even the Office of the Attorney General of Switzerland must realize that these criminal proceedings have definitively failed.
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