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Ex-Crime Chief Alleges Premier League Match-Fixing Scandal

8/28/2025

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Fredrik Gardare, ex-head of a Swedish crime unit, alleges Premier League players are involved in match-fixing.
He cites evidence from a 2021 casino raid that revealed Telegram messages linking players to betting scams.
Gardare claims Swedish authorities stopped the investigation and calls for action from Swedish police and the FA.
He stresses the importance of addressing this issue for the integrity of international football.

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Story summary

Fredrik Gardare, ex-head of a Swedish crime unit, alleges Premier League players are involved in match-fixing.
He cites evidence from a 2021 casino raid that revealed Telegram messages linking players to betting scams.
Gardare claims Swedish authorities stopped the investigation and calls for action from Swedish police and the FA.
He stresses the importance of addressing this issue for the integrity of international football.