World Cup 2026 Shocker: Ivory Coast Star Arrested for Spot-Fixing Before Opener

The football world was rocked by reports that an Ivory Coast international forward, a 23-year-old Nice player, was arrested by French police in May on suspicion of spot-fixing. The alleged manipulation targeted betting markets ahead of the World Cup 2026 group stage, casting a shadow over the tournament. Despite the arrest, the unnamed star traveled with the Elephants to the United States and actually featured in their opening fixture. This raises serious questions about match integrity and the...