La Liga chief critical of 'complicit silence' surrounding Fifa
La Liga president Javier Tebas has criticised the "complicit silence" which surrounds Fifa after the Folarin Balogun controversy.
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"Because staying quiet is more comfortable than defending independence, transparency, and good governance."
— Javier Tebas , Executive
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Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Folarin Balogun is a professional soccer player who represents the U.S. Men’s National Team.
Javier Tebas has been the president of La Liga since 2013.
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La Liga president Javier Tebas has criticised the "complicit silence" which surrounds Fifa after the Folarin Balogun controversy.
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