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Okoye under probe for ‘anomalous’ betting, faces four-year ban

  • Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is under investigation by the Udine Public Prosecutor's Office for alleged illegal betting practices related to a yellow card he received during a match against Lazio in March 2024.
  • Betting agency Sisal detected unusual gambling patterns regarding Okoye being booked, prompting the investigation after he received a yellow card for time-wasting.
  • The investigation also involves Diego Giordano, a pizzeria owner in Udine, who allegedly had a verbal agreement about the bet at his restaurant before it was executed at a betting outlet.
  • If found guilty, Okoye could face a ban of up to four years from all competitions, as well as potential legal consequences, according to PUNCH Sports Extra.
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