The presence of a lifelong advisor widened the gap between Fabinho Soldado and Osmar Stábile Image: Rodrigo Coca/Agência Corinthians
The behind-the-scenes of the technical council and the Paulistão 2026 launch event resulted in yet another episode of tension at the Corinthians football summit.
The presence of a counselor generates discomfort
Lifetime advisor and member of the Deliberative Council’s football committee, Fran Papaiordanou was present at the event promoted by the FPF. His participation caused discomfort to football executive Fabinho Soldado.
Leader of Osmar Stábile’s political group, União dos Vitalícios, Fran remained at the Corinthians president’s side throughout almost the entire event. Soldier, on the other hand, kept his distance.
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