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So, does it exist?
If yes, to fit an agenda (see favouritism Scouse/rags got) or betting?

Match fixing has happened in Italy, Germany, France… so it’s fair to at least ask if English football is truly immune. With the rise of betting companies and the money flowing through every part of the game, the temptation and the opportunities are bigger than ever. I’m not saying it’s widespread, but it’s hard not to wonder if the Premier League’s clean image tells the whole story.

So, does it exist? It is known and not flashed out, so the Premier League can keep its glamour and be a milking cow when it comes to TV rights and sponsorships?

Halsey said years ago he was told how to referee. He got told to be quiet and it was swept under the rug

I don't think it will be an issue with things such as fixing match outcomes as it would be complex to fix, but more the little things such as bookings, fouls, shots etc.

The fact you can bet on pretty much everything nowadays isn't a good thing.

Paqueta got off but if you look at the video it definitely looked like he was getting booked on purpose!

Players have even admitted getting booked to miss specific matches, so not just for betting purposes. sure thats why they changed the rules about major tournaments and resetting bookings after the group stages etc.

Nickyboy wrote:I don't think it will be an issue with things such as fixing match outcomes as it would be complex to fix, but more the little things such as bookings, fouls, shots etc.

The fact you can bet on pretty much everything nowadays isn't a good thing.

Paqueta got off but if you look at the video it definitely looked like he was getting booked on purpose!

Players have even admitted getting booked to miss specific matches, so not just for betting purposes. sure thats why they changed the rules about major tournaments and resetting bookings after the group stages etc.

Le Tissier admited a few years back he won betting on who had the first throw in. And it was him at the center sending the ball out.