Brazilian soccer player Bruno Henrique allegedly intentionally got two yellow cards during a game last year to help people win bets. [Image: Shutterstock.com]

A Brazilian international soccer player is at the center of a match-fixing investigation after he allegedly intentionally received two yellow cards during a game in November 2023. Bruno Henrique earned two caps for the national team during his career, and the 33-year-old now plays for Flamengo in his home country.

opened betting accounts on game day and bet on the Belo Horizonte native to receive a yellow card

Brazilian Federal Police investigators believe he intentionally received the yellow cards so others, including some family members, could win their wagers. They reportedly opened betting accounts on game day and bet on the Belo Horizonte native to receive a yellow card.

Law enforcement searched a dozen premises on Tuesday during the probe, including Flamengo’s training center and the player’s home.

While Henrique faces up to six years in prison if found guilty, the club is standing by him, issuing a statement of support for the winger and saying it will fully cooperate with the investigation.

Henrique will continue training with his club and is expected to play on Wednesday against Cruzeiro and in the team’s Copa do Brasil clash on Sunday against Atlético Mineiro.