Post by QPR Report on Oct 18, 2008 7:53:25 GMT
Derby Evening Telegraph
Findings add weight to Pearson view of bet claims
Chairman of football Adam Pearson says the fact two bodies which oversee betting in Britain and Europe found no irregular patterns during Derby County’s game against Norwich City is an indication that the matter is a “storm in a tea cup”.
The Football Association is investigating allegations of possible match-fixing surrounding the Championship clash at Carrow Road on October 4 after being handed claims of unusual betting patterns in the Asian market.
But the European Sports Security Association (ESSA) and the Association of British Bookmakers (ABB) said they had no reason to suspect anything inappropriate took place.
“After a thorough investigation, I’m pleased to report that none of our members found anything unusual about the game,” said Khalid Ali, the secretary general of ESSA.
“Our association comprises the leading online sports book operators in Europe and, along with the ABB, who are an associate member, we are working together to contribute to sports being clean and free of corruption.”
Commenting on the statement by the ESSA and ABB, Pearson said: "It is a clear sign that this matter is a complete storm in a tea cup.
"As all the betting agencies follow suit in giving clearance, people will be left with egg on their faces.
“The FA now have to investigate and that could take some time but we are confident in the outcome of this matter and that a line will be drawn under it. We just hope that happens as soon as possible.”
The Times - Norwich City are innocent of allegations, says Glenn Roeder (Scott Heppell)
Glenn Roeder, the Norwich City manager, is certain the club are innocent of any alleged match-fixing and says the controversy has been an irritation.
The FA has confirmed that it is investigating allegations of attempted match-fixing in the Coca-Cola Championship match between Norwich City and Derby County on October 4. A significant amount of money is believed to have been wagered with bookmakers in the Far East shortly before and during half-time of the match at Carrow Road. The movement in the market was not consistent with expectations, prompting speculation in the betting industry that gamblers were acting on inside knowledge.
But Roeder insists that the club have nothing to hide.
"I don't know the exact details of what's been said and the accusations being made about that particular game but I would be 100 per cent certain there is no one at Norwich City that's involved in anything at all," he said.
"I don't know enough about how it became public. In life, people have to do what they think is right. Whether it is right or wrong is for other people to decide.
"I also believe that too many people publicly state their own opinions when they should keep their own counsel. So when I find out exactly how this has all broken and caused an irritation, I'll decide whether I want to say anything publicly or keep my own counsel.
"Anything like this is not good for the game, not good for any sport. It's only the week before that there were accusations that a snooker player had lost 5-0 and there were funny betting patterns on that result.
"If professional sport isn't clean, what is the point of being involved in it? But it's certainly unsavoury and not welcome anywhere in any sport."
Roeder was also confident that the publicity would not affect his players ahead of tomorrow's game at Bristol City.
"The boys were off yesterday. Knowing how tough they are as people I wouldn't think it would worry them at all."
Guardian - Roeder irritated by match-fix Claim
Norwich City's manager Glenn Roeder is "100% certain" that his Canaries side are innocent of any alleged match-fixing but admits the controversy has been an irritation.
The Football Association is looking into claims that betting patterns in Asia were highly irregular during Derby's 2-1 win at Norwich on October 4. Norfolk MPs Norman Lamb - a Norwich fan and season-ticket holder - and Dr Ian Gibson tabled questions to Culture Secretary Andy Burnham in parliament, demanding to know what discussions had been held with the FA to clear the matter up.
Roeder said: "I don't know the exact details of what's been said and the accusations being made about that particular game but I would be 100% certain there is no one at Norwich City that's involved in anything at all."
Findings add weight to Pearson view of bet claims
Chairman of football Adam Pearson says the fact two bodies which oversee betting in Britain and Europe found no irregular patterns during Derby County’s game against Norwich City is an indication that the matter is a “storm in a tea cup”.
The Football Association is investigating allegations of possible match-fixing surrounding the Championship clash at Carrow Road on October 4 after being handed claims of unusual betting patterns in the Asian market.
But the European Sports Security Association (ESSA) and the Association of British Bookmakers (ABB) said they had no reason to suspect anything inappropriate took place.
“After a thorough investigation, I’m pleased to report that none of our members found anything unusual about the game,” said Khalid Ali, the secretary general of ESSA.
“Our association comprises the leading online sports book operators in Europe and, along with the ABB, who are an associate member, we are working together to contribute to sports being clean and free of corruption.”
Commenting on the statement by the ESSA and ABB, Pearson said: "It is a clear sign that this matter is a complete storm in a tea cup.
"As all the betting agencies follow suit in giving clearance, people will be left with egg on their faces.
“The FA now have to investigate and that could take some time but we are confident in the outcome of this matter and that a line will be drawn under it. We just hope that happens as soon as possible.”
The Times - Norwich City are innocent of allegations, says Glenn Roeder (Scott Heppell)
Glenn Roeder, the Norwich City manager, is certain the club are innocent of any alleged match-fixing and says the controversy has been an irritation.
The FA has confirmed that it is investigating allegations of attempted match-fixing in the Coca-Cola Championship match between Norwich City and Derby County on October 4. A significant amount of money is believed to have been wagered with bookmakers in the Far East shortly before and during half-time of the match at Carrow Road. The movement in the market was not consistent with expectations, prompting speculation in the betting industry that gamblers were acting on inside knowledge.
But Roeder insists that the club have nothing to hide.
"I don't know the exact details of what's been said and the accusations being made about that particular game but I would be 100 per cent certain there is no one at Norwich City that's involved in anything at all," he said.
"I don't know enough about how it became public. In life, people have to do what they think is right. Whether it is right or wrong is for other people to decide.
"I also believe that too many people publicly state their own opinions when they should keep their own counsel. So when I find out exactly how this has all broken and caused an irritation, I'll decide whether I want to say anything publicly or keep my own counsel.
"Anything like this is not good for the game, not good for any sport. It's only the week before that there were accusations that a snooker player had lost 5-0 and there were funny betting patterns on that result.
"If professional sport isn't clean, what is the point of being involved in it? But it's certainly unsavoury and not welcome anywhere in any sport."
Roeder was also confident that the publicity would not affect his players ahead of tomorrow's game at Bristol City.
"The boys were off yesterday. Knowing how tough they are as people I wouldn't think it would worry them at all."
Guardian - Roeder irritated by match-fix Claim
Norwich City's manager Glenn Roeder is "100% certain" that his Canaries side are innocent of any alleged match-fixing but admits the controversy has been an irritation.
The Football Association is looking into claims that betting patterns in Asia were highly irregular during Derby's 2-1 win at Norwich on October 4. Norfolk MPs Norman Lamb - a Norwich fan and season-ticket holder - and Dr Ian Gibson tabled questions to Culture Secretary Andy Burnham in parliament, demanding to know what discussions had been held with the FA to clear the matter up.
Roeder said: "I don't know the exact details of what's been said and the accusations being made about that particular game but I would be 100% certain there is no one at Norwich City that's involved in anything at all."