Luciano Gonçalves
- Sep 13
Portuguese police open criminal inquiry into Primeira Liga referee appointments
The Polícia Judiciária launched an investigation into alleged manipulation and privileged information leaks in Portuguese football refereeing following the resignation of refereeing director Duarte Gomes.
- Jul 1
Portugal's referee chief resigns over interference claims, FPF sends case to prosecutor, top clubs demand transparency
Duarte Gomes stepped down as technical director of refereeing at the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) after a referee reported institutional interference in appointment procedures. The federation has forwarded the allegations to the Public Prosecutor's Office, while Benfica and FC Porto have demanded urgent clarifications.
