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The Piauí piece, penned by Alan de Abreu, has drawn significant attention for its meticulous account of CBF’s questionable financial management. The report reveals a pattern of extravagant spending—particularly during the 2022 World Cup—where a group of 49 individuals enjoyed luxurious amenities, including five-star hotels and first-class flights, funded by the confederation, often without any direct affiliation with CBF or its federations.
This lavish expenditure isn’t a new phenomenon; it merely showcases a historical trend amplified under the current leadership of Ednaldo Rodrigues. His management is described as tumultuous, marked by allegations of electoral misconduct and questionable policy changes that benefit his administration but neglect the core needs of Brazilian football.