São Paulo defend lavish Festa Junina with official statement | OneFootball

The Social Club department of São Paulo issued an official statement this Friday (26), positioning itself regarding the controversial issues that have been troubling the Tricolor at the end of this year.

In it, it absolves itself of any involvement in the scandals that even involve a Police investigation into São Paulo, but states that 'in the event that internal investigations identify irregularities or breaches of statutory and regulatory norms, appropriate administrative measures will be taken, in accordance with the Statute, internal regulations, and applicable legislation.'

One of the points mentioned, not by name but clearly evident, was about the criticized June festival of the club, which has projected expenses of R$ 3.5 million, against a revenue of only R$ 480 thousand. In other words, it will result in a loss of more than R$ 3 million for São Paulo.

The Social defense statement asserted that “such initiatives are planned in an approved budget, are carried out only when there is financial viability, fulfill the club's social function by promoting integration, coexistence, and strengthening of associative bonds, and generate direct and indirect institutional benefits to the Social Club.”

See the full statement:

“OFFICIAL INSTITUTIONAL POSITION Social Club of SPFC

The Social Club of SPFC, in the exercise of its statutory duties and in compliance with the principles of legality, transparency, impartiality, and good governance, hereby makes public this institutional position, with the aim of standardizing and guiding its official communications regarding topics recently debated within the club.

1. Institutional principles and adherence to the Statute The Social Club of SPFC reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the compliance with the club's Statute, as well as with internal regulations, administrative norms, and decisions issued by its competent bodies.

All actions of the Social Club are guided by respect for statutory norms, legality, and the preservation of the institutional integrity of the club.

2. Fact-finding and initiation of investigations In light of suspicions of irregularities related to conduct, acts, or facts linked to the scope of the Social Club of SPFC, it is clarified that:

– Such situations are addressed exclusively in the field of administrative investigation, without any premature judgment; – Investigations are conducted through external inquiries, initiated and led by the statutorily competent bodies; – Procedures observe the adversarial process, ample defense, and due internal process; – There are no prior condemnations, presumptions of guilt, or opinionated statements from the Social Club regarding individuals or facts under investigation.

The conclusions eventually reached result solely and exclusively from the technical and investigative work of the responsible instances.

3. Administrative consequences and appropriate measures In the event that internal investigations identify irregularities or breaches of statutory and regulatory norms, appropriate administrative measures will be taken, in accordance with the Statute, internal regulations, and applicable legislation.

The Social Club of SPFC emphasizes that any sanctions arise from formal processes, duly instructed, and not from public statements or premature judgments.

4. Governance and institutional preservation The Social Club of SPFC bases its actions on preserving the image, credibility, and institutional stability of the club. The focus of investigations and official communications is on protecting the institution, not on the individual exposure of members, councilors, leaders, or collaborators. SPFC is a historical and associative entity, whose relevance transcends administrations, positions, or specific individuals.

5. Financial management and results of the Social Club Over the past years, the Social Club of SPFC has undergone a structured process of administrative and financial reorganization.

As a result of this process: – Previous scenarios of financial imbalance were overcome; – A financially positive operation was consolidated; – Significant revenue growth was recorded; – Budget planning, control, and financial predictability practices were implemented.

These results stem from continuous management, strategic planning, and adherence to good administrative practices.

6. Events, traditions, and social activities The social activities and traditional events promoted by the Social Club of SPFC are part of the annual institutional and budgetary planning.

The realization of these events observes criteria of administrative responsibility and respect for the club's resources.

7. Institutional identity and associative bond The Social Club of SPFC recognizes the historical, cultural, and emotional value of its members' bond with the club.

The São Paulo identity is built by generations and constitutes a fundamental element of the social and institutional life of the Social Club.

8. Final provisions The Social Club of SPFC reaffirms its commitment to legality, transparency, administrative responsibility, and the preservation of its history and its members.”

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