Watch the four yellow cards that could see West Ham star Lucas Paqueta banned for 10 years after the FA accused him of spot-fixing during Premier League matches.

These are the four moments that could see West Ham star Lucas Paqueta banned for 10 years.

The Brazilian was charged by the Football Association with four counts of alleged fixing for deliberately obtaining a booking with the aim of influencing betting markets.

The FA alleges that Paqueta intentionally picked up yellow cards in Premier League matches against Leicester, Aston Villa, Leeds and Bournemouth so that he or his friends could profit from betting.

Paqueta vigorously denies any wrongdoing, but if convicted, the resulting ban could destroy his career. A planned £80million summer move to Manchester City has already collapsed.

In a precedent, former Reading defender Kynan Isaac was handed a career-ending 10-year football ban after being deliberately booked while playing for non-league Stratford Town against Shrewsbury Town in the FA Cup there three years ago.

FA alleges Paqueta deliberately collected bookings to influence betting markets

The FA’s charges against Paqueta relate to bookings he received during four high-profile matches between November 2022 and August 2023.

INCIDENT ONE: November 12, 2022; 60th minute, West Ham 0-2 Leicester City

The first of four took place just before the mid-season break for the World Cup in Qatar in November 2022.

As Leicester’s Boubakary Soumare burst into West Ham’s half, Paqueta was pushed back and lunged at him from behind.

Play initially continued, but when Soumaré remained on the pitch, referee Jarred Gillett blew his whistle and brandished a yellow card, with Paqueta keeping his head down as he accepted the punishment.

Paqueta was particularly scrutinized for four bookings, the first of which is above

SECOND INCIDENT: March 12, 2023; 70th minute, West Ham 1-1 Aston Villa

The second came in another Premier League match at the London Stadium later that season.

Villa’s John McGinn crosses the halfway line and tries to get between Paqueta and Danny Ings. The Brazilian brings him down in the center circle right in front of referee Chris Kavanagh.

Play is immediately stopped and the yellow card is issued with McGinn far from happy with the tackle.

A tackle on Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn also raised alarms.

THIRD INCIDENT: May 21, 2023; 65th minute, West Ham 3-1 Leeds United

The third moment is right near the end of the 2022-23 campaign.

After Leeds clear a West Ham free kick with scores locked at 1-1, Paqueta prevents Crysencio Summerville from escaping with a trip.

Referee Peter Bankes does not hesitate to show a yellow card.

Leeds’ Crysencio Summerville was brought down by Paqueta, who was booked for this tackle

INCIDENT FOUR: August 12, 2023; 93rd minute, Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham

The latest incident occurred on the opening day of the just-concluded season.

On a goal kick, Paqueta jumps for an aerial challenge just inside Bournemouth’s half and handles the ball.

The referee is Bankes again, who is not far away and gives the warning.

Paqueta was under investigation when he received the yellow card against Bournemouth

Paqueta has cooperated with the FA since its investigation began last August, handing over his phone and being questioned several times last autumn, but lashed out at the governing body after being charged on Thursday.

“I am extremely surprised and upset that the FA has decided to charge me,” Paqueta said in a statement on social media. “For nine months, I cooperated with every step of their investigation and provided every information possible.

“I deny the accusations in their entirety and will fight at every moment to clear my name.” Due to the ongoing process, I will not make any further comments.

Paqueta retains the support of West Ham and will be free to play until the case is heard, which could take several months.

The 26-year-old is expected to play for Brazil in the Copa America this summer, although he was rested for several international matches by head coach Dorival Junior after the FA launched its investigation last year before returning in the squad to face England at Wembley. in March.

The FA was alerted after being informed by integrity officers who spotted an unusual amount of betting activity on these bookings, much of which was linked to the island of Paqueta, off the coast of Rio de Janeiro.

Paqueta expressed surprise at the accusations and continues to deny any wrongdoing

Children play soccer on the island of Paqueta, Brazil, where unusual betting activity has been traced.

Paqueta Island was full of talk of the betting investigation when the news broke last year

“It is alleged that he directly sought to influence the course, conduct or any other aspect or event of these matches by intentionally seeking to receive a card from the referee with the improper aim of affecting the betting market so that “One or more people will be able to profit from betting,” the FA said in a statement.

“Lucas categorically denies any breach and will continue to vigorously defend his position,” West Ham said. “The club will continue to support the player throughout the process.”

Paqueta’s case will be heard by an independent commission and he could be banned if found guilty. Although Ivan Toney received an eight-month ban for betting on football last year, it appears Paqueta was not accused of placing bets himself.

Paqueta is contracted to West Ham until 2027 and, under normal circumstances, the club would either look to cash out this summer or agree to a long-term extension, but neither scenario is likely to materialize.

City agreed to pay £80 million for Paqueta last year and identified him as a potential replacement for Bernardo Silva, who was wanted by Paris Saint-Germain.

Meeting Paqueta’s release clause would not be a problem for City, but they are unlikely to pursue their interests if he is charged with a betting offense.

Paqueta has until June 3 to formally respond to the accusations, with a disciplinary hearing expected to take place later this summer.