‘Purge it of all its filth’: inside the betting scandal gripping Turkish football

The Guardian – SportThursday, November 20, 2025 at 8:00:17 AM
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‘Purge it of all its filth’: inside the betting scandal gripping Turkish football
  • The Turkish Football Federation has initiated a significant crackdown on corruption, resulting in the suspension of 149 match officials and over 1,000 players, amidst a backdrop of recent successes in Turkish football.
  • This development is crucial as it aims to restore public trust in the sport, which has been marred by allegations of corruption, and reflects the TFF's commitment to ensuring integrity within Turkish football.
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