Illegal Betting Scandal in Turkish Football
November 10, 2025
A scandal involving illegal betting in Turkish football has implicated 1,024 players who are being referred to the Disciplinary Committee. Among those named are key players from top clubs. The Turkish Football Federation has initiated an investigation and announced a potential 15-day transfer window. Seventeen referees have been arrested, and prosecutors are examining over 371 referees with betting accounts. The situation is ongoing and could lead to serious consequences for Turkish football.