Given that it’s arguably the biggest sporting event on the planet, the World Cup should be free of the risk of fraud and suspicious activity. But, unfortunately, even the football showpiece isn’t immune to the perils of betting-based ‘manipulation’, with one notable integrity agency claiming that multiple matches and moments at the 2026 edition could […]
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Everton FC Ignores Regulator Warning and Renews Controversial Stake Sponsorship Deal
Everton have renewed their controversial sponsorship agreement with Stake.com… just months after the Gambling Commission warned them of the potential criminal charges relating to the promotion of illegal betting sites. The Premier League club has circumnavigated the ban on gambling firms sponsoring the front of their shirts by agreeing a new deal, which will see […]
World Cup Star Arrested for Alleged Betting Fraud… But Will Be Allowed to Play On
A player that has already featured at the football World Cup will be allowed to continue representing their country at the tournament… despite having been arrested over alleged match fixing and betting fraud offences. Elye Wahi, who appeared for the Ivory Coast in their opening game against Ecuador, has been accused of deliberately getting a […]
One In Eight People to Be Exposed to Unlicensed ‘Betting Fraud’ During the World Cup
A prominent credit report agency has warned that as many as 12% of people – or around one in eight – could be subject to betting fraud during the World Cup. TransUnion have made the shocking revelation as part of a research study into the spending habits of the 25-34 age demographic. And they have […]
World Cup 2026 Expected to Be the Biggest Sports Betting Event In History
The United States sure knows how to put on a show. As always, eyes will be glued to TV screens this summer as football’s World Cup heads to the USA, Canada and Mexico. It’s the first World Cup to be held in North America since sports betting was legalised in 2018, while the popularity of […]