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Paul Scholes fined by FA over E8 betting breaches

SBC News Paul Scholes fined by FA over E8 betting breaches

The FA has fined former England and Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes £8,000 for betting misconduct breaches and further warning the football figurehead of his future conduct. The association has completed its investigation into 140 bets, wagered on football matches between 7 August 2015 to 12 January 2019, assessing whether Scholes breached its FA E8 Rule.   FA E8 rules …

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FA charges Paul Scholes with ‘allegedly’ breaching betting rules

SBC News FA charges Paul Scholes with 'allegedly' breaching betting rules

Issuing a short statement, the Football Association (FA) has confirmed that it has charged former Manchester United and England midfielder Paul Scholes ‘with misconduct in relation to its betting rules’. The FA states that Scholes is alleged to have placed 140 bets on football matches between 17 August 2015 to 12 January 2019, breaching FA Rule E8. Under the association’s …

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BT Sport happy to talk to potential interactive betting partners

SBC News BT Sport happy to talk to potential interactive betting partners

BT Sport’s Delia Bushell has said that the broadcaster would be willing to partner with any interested bookmaker wanting to offer interactive betting to viewers. Speaking at yesterday’s launch of the new BT Sport channels, Bushell revealed that the firm had not made any firm plans for offering gambling, but was prepared to look into the possibilities. Bushell, managing director …

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Paddy Power chomps at Suarez opportunity

SBC News Paddy Power chomps at Suarez opportunity

Controversial striker Luis Suarez looks set for a lengthy FIFA ban after an alleged bite on Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini in last night’s tie between Uruguay and Italy. Not one to shy away from the action, bookmaker Paddy Power was quick off the mark, with current odds leaning towards some kind of ban; 1/14 –To be banned for at least …

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