

Shady Cypriot Banking and Chelsea Football Club
Nov 16, 2023
Delving into leaked Cyprus Confidential Files, the podcast explores implications for Chelsea's history, the politics of oligarch ownership, and nation states owning football clubs. It uncovers the complex web of money flow between Western Europe and Russia, raising concerns about transparency and legitimacy. The podcast compares the financial activities of Abu Dhabi and state-owned industries to individuals like Roman Abramovich, emphasizing the absence of subterfuge. Discussions also touch on ownership motivations and potential sanctions faced by clubs like Chelsea.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Origins of Roman Abramovich's Wealth in Russia
04:12 • 3min
Uncovering the Complex Web of Money Flow
07:38 • 14min
Obscured Ownership Networks and Shady Banking Practices
22:03 • 8min
Comparing Financial Activities of Abu Dhabi and State-Owned Industries to Individuals like Roman Abramovich
30:04 • 3min
Ownership Motivations and Potential Sanctions
32:49 • 8min