Soccer Politics and Crime

So back in 94, I remember that Columbian player got shot after an OWN GOAL in his net vs. USA.

Then last night ESPN runs a documentary about it. Of course, I really did hear much in terms of details about it back then. So I was shocked to a degree learning about the background to the story.

I highly recommend TWO ESCOBARS.
Then espn puts out a story about an accusation of Italy buying the cup:

http://soccernet.espn.go.com/world-c... ... 901&ver=us

Now, we all know Italy would NEVER do that, right? But in all seriousness, does it peeve anyone else hearing about these types of stories and how they relate to a sport?

That Columbia story, while I knew of the incident, really pissed me off. I'd love to see Columbia back in action on the World stage.


I love most sports. I love the action. But boy do I get pissed when politics and crime lead to people throwing games?
Lies, betrayal, backstabbing. While some here might enjoy the drama, I find it so self-defeating. Its ruthless and done most times with a smile on a face.

At the end of the day, its just about the fans and the game....and $$$, dont get me wrong. But let it be clean money thats earned!