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Lucas Paqueta's spot-fixing trial hit by major delay as West Ham star continues to sweat on potential life-time ban

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<p>A three-week timeframe was initially suggested for the hearing into claims the West Ham midfielder was intentionally booked during four Premier League matches between November 2022 and August 2023. However, <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-14580357/Lucas-Paqueta-West-Ham-FA-spot-fixing-hearing-HOLD.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ns_campaign=1490&amp;ito=social-twitter_dailymailsport" target="_blank"><em>The Daily Mail</em></a> reports that the quantity of evidence under review has forced a delay and the panel are now "stuck in a hiatus".</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>The report adds that the 27-year-old will have to wait over a month for more news on his case. The initial investigation into possible betting breaches began in August 2023 and the charges were announced the following May. The case is said to have had been "mentally taxing" for Paqueta.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Paqueta's case could be a career-ender for the Brazil international as he faces a lifetime ban if he is found guilty of the charges.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Paqueta remains a key player for West Ham, having made 30 appearances this season, and will turn his attention to their upcoming match against Premier League leaders Liverpool as his wait for a ruling continues.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR PAQUETA?

Lucas Paqueta's spot-fixing trial hit by major delay as West Ham star continues to sweat on potential life-time ban | Goal.com

Lucas Paqueta faces a long wait for a verdict on his spot-fixing trial after the hearing failed to wrap up as quickly as initially expected.

Lucas Paqueta&apos;s spot-fixing trial hit by major delay as West Ham star continues to sweat on potential life-time ban

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