May 01, 2023 07:17 PM

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Two More Former Top China Soccer Officials Ensnared in Corruption Dragnet

By Qin Jianhang and Kelly Wang

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Li Yuyi (left) and Ma Chengquan.

Li Yuyi (left) and Ma Chengquan.

Two more senior soccer officials have been caught up in China’s sweeping crackdown on corruption in the sport, which has now ensnared at least 11 previously high-ranking members and coaches of the Chinese Football Association (CFA).

Former CFA Vice President Li Yuyi and former Chinese Super League (CSL) Company Chairman Ma Chengquan have been placed under investigation for “serious violations of discipline and law,” according to two one-line statements published by Hubei Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection on Friday.

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