Several Malta waterpolo players investigated over alleged match-fixing at Euros

Several Malta waterpolo players investigated over alleged match-fixing at Euros

Updated 4.15pm with ASA statementA number of Malta national team waterpolo players are being investigated for allegedly betting on their own matches at the European Championships, Times of Malta has learned.Sources close to the investigation said the players, who are currently in Belgrade playing the tournament finals, are suspected of having placed bets on the...

Shock allegations rock Maltese waterpolo as players probed over betting claims

A number of players from the Malta national waterpolo team are reportedly under investigation over allegations that they placed bets on their own matches during the ongoing European Waterpolo Championships in Belgrade. According to information published by Times of Malta, the players – believed to be around four in total – are suspected of having wagered on the goal difference of Malta’s opening match against Montenegro last Saturday. Malta lost…

ASA Responds To Waterpolo Match-Fixing Claims

The Aquatic Sports Association of Malta (ASA) has issued an official statement in response to an article published by Times of Malta concerning alleged match-fixing during the European Championships. In its statement, the ASA categorically said that no official report, complaint, or formal notification relating to the alleged incidents has been filed with or received by the association to date. “The ASA firmly upholds the principles of integrity…