Bookmakers have urged the Scottish FA to investigate irregular betting patterns flagged up during a recent Premiership clash at
Dens Park between Dundee and Hearts which was won by Hearts 1-0 thanks to a late strike from Jamie Walker.
The issue evidently relates to the number of bets that were placed on yellow cards for Dundee players, with a report in The Daily Mail alleging that a number of gambling companies are troubled over bets that were made.
Despite the fact that betting firms are also contemplating a formal complaint to Police Scotland, the matter is now in the hands of the SFA’s Security and Integrity unit. SFA signed an agreement with operators in terms of which they will exchange any information on irregular wagering patterns surrounding Scottish football.
Dens players Leigh Griffiths, Danny Mullen, Max Anderson and Paul McGowan have all been booked by referee Willie Collum.
Should there be any proof of insider betting uncovered the SFA’s compliance officer will raise disciplinary proceedings and a Notice of Complaint.
Operators may also file a complaint to Police Scotland although they have not made a decision on that matter yet.
The SFA’s Security and Integrity Officer, Martin Stolarek has been tasked with tackling all issues related to match-fixing with his role also including increasing awareness and education amongst clubs, players, coaches and officials.
The SFA has been endeavoring to fight match-fixing with its ‘Keep It Clean’ campaign and has a hotline that is open to anyone in Scotland who may know of any corrupt practices within football.
