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Coach Denies Charges of Sexually Exploiting Minor Football Players

Published January 15, 2026, 10:23
Coach Denies Charges of Sexually Exploiting Minor Football Players

A 44-year-old coach and football official is accused of sexually exploiting minor football players in Limassol, Cyprus. According to the indictment, the accused requested nude photos and videos from underage players via Instagram and other applications, offering money and sexual aids in return. The man denied the charges before the Permanent Criminal Court of Limassol, and the case was adjourned to March 2026. The case was revealed when parents of minor football players informed the authorities about the suspicious messages sent by the accused. Two minors have already been identified as victims.