Tag: anti‑corruption campaign
THOKOZANI KHANYI
China football corruption: two ex‑officials get over a decade behind bars
On July 30, 2025 a Hubei court handed former Chinese Super League boss Liu Jun an 11‑year term and former CFA disciplinary chief Wang Xiaoping a 10½‑year sentence, both for bribery. Massive fines were imposed and illegal gains will be turned over to the state. The rulings are part of President Xi's sweeping anti‑corruption drive that has already hit senior football figures, including ex‑coach Li Tie.
