Argentine football legend Diego Maradona has reportedly criticized 'bribes' within FIFA, and demanded action against those involved in corruption claims linked to Qatar's World Cup bid.
Maradona said bribery is huge in the world football governing body.
Sport24 quoted UAE-based Maradona, as saying that those behind the bribes must be held accountable, especially in regard to the latest events related to awarding Qatar the 2022 World Cup.
Maradona said that investigations must be held about where the money has gone, who received it and why, adding that he had repeatedly denounced in vain, cases of bribery with FIFA.
Maradona, who would be present at this year's World Cup in Brazil as a commentator for a Venezuelan TV channel, added that he hopes football would go back to being a fun game away from bribery and corruption.
Maradona further added that it is unfortunate that there are footballers within FIFA such as UEFA president Michel Platini who have surrendered to such irregularities.
Qatar is under growing pressure over its hosting of the 2022 World Cup after fresh allegations over the role disgraced former top football official Mohammed bin Hammam played in its bid, the report added.
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