Mexican football was recently shaken by the news that Emilio Azcárraga, one of the most prominent businessmen in Mexico, requested a Televisa license to support a U.S. Department of Justice investigation related to the FIFA Gate case. David Faitelson, a journalist from TUDN, expressed his regret for this decision and sent best wishes to Azcárraga on social media.
The FIFA Gate case dates back a few years when a corruption scandal involving high-ranking FIFA officials, including Joseph Blatter, and communication companies allegedly making bribes to secure broadcasting rights was revealed. A witness in the United States implicated Televisa and Emilio Azcárraga in this matter, putting the Mexican businessman under investigation.
Faitelson's message of support drew criticism from some internet users who accused him of changing his stance regarding Azcárraga, as he had previously been critical of the businessman when he worked at ESPN. However, the journalist received both support and disapproval for his new attitude towards Azcárraga's and Televisa's situation in this case.
