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Turkish Football Betting Scandal: Eight Arrested, 1,024 Suspended

11/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

On November 10, Turkish authorities arrested eight individuals, including Eyupspor chairman Murat Ozkaya, amid a betting investigation in football.
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) suspended 1,024 players from all leagues, including 27 from the Super Lig, pending disciplinary reviews.
Earlier this month, 149 referees were suspended for involvement in betting.
Matches in the second and third-tier leagues are suspended for two weeks.

History

Historical Context

The 2011 Turkish football match-fixing scandal involved 93 individuals, including players and officials, leading to severe sanctions from the Turkish Football Federation (TFF). In 2025, a new investigation revealed that 371 referees held betting accounts, prompting arrests, including Eyupspor chairman Murat Ozkaya. These events highlight ongoing integrity issues in Turkish football, necessitating reforms to restore public trust.

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Story summary

On November 10, Turkish authorities arrested eight individuals, including Eyupspor chairman Murat Ozkaya, amid a betting investigation in football.
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) suspended 1,024 players from all leagues, including 27 from the Super Lig, pending disciplinary reviews.
Earlier this month, 149 referees were suspended for involvement in betting.
Matches in the second and third-tier leagues are suspended for two weeks.

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