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Daily Mail
02-08-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Lionel Messi's bodyguard hit with new suspension three months after revealing he was banned from MLS
Lionel Messi 's bodyguard has been suspended for 'improper conduct' for the remainder of the Leagues Cup, according to reports. Following an incident in Inter Miami's game against Atlas this week, the disciplinary committee confirmed that a member of staff from the MLS club had been suspended. A statement read: 'After the July 30 Inter Miami CF vs. Club Atlas match, a member of Inter Miami's club delegation displayed improper conduct by entering restricted areas without an official event credential. 'In accordance with the Leagues Cup 2025 Tournament Regulations, the Disciplinary Committee has suspended the individual involved from all technical areas for the remainder of Leagues Cup 2025 and issued an undisclosed fine to Inter Miami CF.' ESPN have since reported that the individual in question is none other than Messi's personal bodyguard Yassine Cheuko. Cheuko was seen entering the pitch - after the final whistle - to break up a discussion between the two groups of players and made contact with individuals from Atlas. One Atlas star then addressed the issue in his post-match press conference and insisted that Cheuko did not have permission to enter the field. Defender Matheus Doria said: 'We already know that our board works very well and will take care of the issue. 'I understand that Messi's bodyguard is there to protect Messi from a possible entry by a fan, I don't know, but between players, he doesn't have that permission. 'It's not up to us to say much or give our opinion on the matter, but the board and those in charge of the Leagues Cup have already seen it and will take charge of what can and can't be done. 'Because as long as it protects not only Messi but the other players, and the physical integrity of the players who are there, that's fine. But if it's for other issues, no one will agree, but it's not up to me to do anything.' After serving a one-match suspension, Messi returned to action for Inter Miami in the game against Atlas and provided assists for both goals in the 2-1 victory. The news comes three months after Cheuko claimed that he had been banned for MLS and CONCACAF matches. Speaking to House of Highlights, he said in April: 'They don't allow me to be on the field anymore. I was in Europe for seven years working for Ligue 1 and the Champions League, and only six people invaded the pitch. 'I arrived in the United States, and in 20 months of work, 16 people have already invaded the pitch. There's a huge problem here. I'm not the problem. Let me help Messi. 'I love MLS and CONCACAF, but we have to work together. I love helping. I'm not better than anyone, but I have a wealth of experience in Europe. It's fine, I understand their decision, but I think we could do better'. Cheuko, a trained MMA fighter who was personally chosen by Inter Miami president David Beckham upon the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's arrival in the US. In a bizarre turn of events, he recently doubled down on his desire to batter Logan Paul in the boxing ring. Paul initially challenged Messi to a fight amid the legal battle between their drinks brands Prime and Mas+. Cheuko offered to take Messi's place, but Paul reportedly turned down a £11.3million ($15m) boxing match and instead challenged him to a bare knuckle fight in the streets of Puerto Rico.
Irish Times
22-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
Estate agent pays €10,000 penalty for using deposit funds given to him by client
A Co Wicklow estate agent has had to pay a €10,000 penalty for using deposit funds, given to him for the purchase of land, before the sale was finalised. Gabriel Dooley, of Dooleys Estate Agents in Greystones, had been given €50,000 by a company to purchase land, but the sale never concluded. The liquidator of the company later secured a High Court order for Mr Dooley to refund the booking deposit, but he refused to do so. Following this the liquidator made a complaint to the Property Services Regulatory Authority , the body responsible for licensing and regulating the property services sector. READ MORE A full investigation was carried out, with the PRSA making one finding of improper conduct against Mr Dooley for breaching regulation six of the Property Services (Regulation) Act 2011 (Client Moneys) Regulations 2012. This was due to Mr Dooley withdrawing money from the €50,000 booking deposit, which was held in his client bank account, before contracts for the sale of the land being signed or finalised. The board of the PRSA imposed a sanction on Mr Dooley for this breach, amounting to a financial penalty of €10,000. The High Court confirmed the decision on Monday. Mr Dooley paid this fine to the PRSA before the confirmation order. Under the Property Services Regulation Act 2011, following a complaint the PRSA can appoint an investigator who seeks relevant documentation and evidence from an agent and drafts a report which then goes to the board of the PRSA for a final decision. If improper conduct has been found, a number of sanctions can be imposed varying from a minor sanction, such as a caution, to a major one like the suspension of the agent's licence or a financial penalty of up to €250,000.
News.com.au
10-06-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Noel Callow charged with improper conduct over track altercation with fellow jockey Kyle Wilson-Taylor
Queensland stewards have slapped multiple Group 1-winning rider Noel Callow with an improper conduct charge over a physical altercation with fellow jockey Kyle Wilson-Taylor. Wilson-Taylor has been advised by stewards he will not be facing any stewards' charges over the matter. The stewards' inquiry into a dramatic incident at the Doomben midweek races last month was resumed on Tuesday and took evidence from Callow, Wilson-Taylor and other jockeys. Callow had previously been unable to give evidence before the inquiry as he had left the course on the day to seek medical attention. Callow has not ridden since, after being out of action under a 12-day concussion protocol. Queensland chief steward Josh Adams told Racenet that Callow had pleaded guilty to the improper conduct charge at the resumed inquiry on Tuesday. He said multiple riders had given evidence at the resumed inquiry and Wilson-Taylor had been advised by stewards he would not face any charges. • Lloyd's dad to be trackside shot at Stradbroke history Wilson-Taylor initially insisted he had not been the aggressor in the incident. While all evidence has now been heard, Adams advised Callow had been given an extra day to provide submissions on penalty to stewards, due to the seriousness of the charge. The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission ordered the stewards' inquiry be closed, meaning Racenet has not been able to report on the specifics of any evidence given on Tuesday. Racenet was eager to make a submission before stewards as to why it believed the inquiry should be open rather than being held behind closed doors. But it was not afforded that opportunity. A statement, published earlier this week on the QRIC website, said: 'QRIC acknowledge that participants involved in stewards' inquiries may submit an application to request a closed hearing. 'QRIC stewards assess the merits of each application thoroughly, balancing the need for transparency and public interest provisions with the legitimate privacy, medical and welfare concerns of participants. 'QRIC takes these requests seriously to ensure that participants can provide evidence in an appropriate environment. 'QRIC's approach ensures that the integrity of the inquiry process is maintained while respecting the rights and wellbeing of all parties involved. 'QRIC remains dedicated to upholding fairness, transparency and the highest standards of conduct during all stewards' inquiries.'
