"The Turkish Football Federation said on Monday that it was investigating more than 150 referees in professional leagues who were allegedly betting on football matches. Federation president İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu said at a news conference that government agencies have determined that 371 of 571 active referees have at least one account with a betting company. "Although no officials were named, the list includes seven referees and 15 assistant referees from Turkey's top two divisions. "I have shared this study with both FIFA and UEFA," Haciosmanoğlu said."
""We are saddened by the fact that, despite clear instructions, our referee colleagues are opening accounts and placing bets in their own names. "As of today, our disciplinary board will initiate the necessary procedures, make referrals within a short timeframe, and impose the necessary penalties according to our instructions." Hacıosmanoğlu said 10 referees placed bets on more than 10,000 matches, one alone on 18,227 games, in five years but some did it only once."
The Turkish Football Federation is investigating more than 150 professional referees accused of betting on matches. Government agencies found that 371 of 571 active referees had at least one betting account, including seven referees and 15 assistants from the top two divisions. The federation has shared findings with FIFA and UEFA and says its disciplinary board will open procedures, make referrals and impose penalties. Ten referees placed bets on more than 10,000 matches over five years, one placing bets on 18,227 games. Match officials are forbidden from betting and training initiatives for future officials are planned.
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