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Brighton Bans The Guardian Amid Betting Allegations

12/7/2025

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Story summary
  • Brighton & Hove Albion banned The Guardian reporters and photographers from attending Amex Stadium matches.
  • The Guardian reported a lawsuit alleging Tony Bloom, owner of Brighton & Hove Albion, used 'frontmen' for betting and the Starlizard Betting Syndicate makes £600 million.
  • Tony Bloom, owner of Brighton & Hove Albion, denied betting on his teams since 2009.
  • Members of Parliament are calling for a thorough investigation by the Football Association.