>>63152085You're missing the point.
Yeah, I know that Hoeneß probably did a lot of good to the economical wealth of many people.
However, an individual effort at moneymaking/job creation is nothing compared to a global mass-media machine of entertainment.
Suppose Mascherano goes to jail. Who would replace him in Barcelona's XI? Would they perform just as well? Would he adjust immediately?
Remember: every defeat, every trophy not won is literally millions not being made. Not taxed by the Spanish state either.