Ep 572: Esportes da Sorte Criminal Probe, Paquetá Outcome & Robinho

In this episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, the team dive headfirst into the world of Brazil’s regulated iGaming and sports betting market.

Despite being just seven months old, the sector has already weathered a storm’s worth of controversy, upheaval, and legal intrigue, enough to make it feel like seven years have passed.

Join hosts Fernando Noodt, Ricardo Assis, and Ana Maria Menezes as they break down the latest twists and turns, from headline-grabbing investigations to regulatory chaos that’s shaping the future of betting in Brazil.

The team unpack the ongoing criminal probe into Esportes da Sorte, accused of facilitating illegal gambling and laundering a staggering R$3bn (roughly $600m). The investigation has sparked heated debate over judicial integrity, with growing criticism of the presiding judge's actions.

Meanwhile, the match-fixing epidemic in Brazilian football takes center stage, with high-profile players like Lucas Paquetá (recently cleared) and Bruno Henrique (still facing indictment) caught in a justice system that appears to treat players differently based on fame and income.

The episode closes with one of the most bizarre developments to date: a reported plan by disgraced footballer Robinho and hacker Walter Delgatti Neto, infamous for the “Vaza Jato” leaks, to launch a betting operation from behind bars.

Host: Fernando Noodt
Guests: Ricardo Assis & Ana Maria Menezes
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

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