Fifa gives fraud ‘an open door’ with betting, says Council of Europe chief
The Council of Europe's secretary general, Alain Berset, has criticized FIFA for its handling of the World Cup, specifically citing concerns over betting partnerships and lack of integrity. Berset argues that FIFA's current practices invite fraud and undermine the sport's governance.
The final of a controversial World Cup takes place on Sunday. Alain Berset said: ‘The celebration will end tonight. The questions will not.’ Photograph: Tullio Puglia/FIFA/Getty Images The final of a controversial World Cup takes place on Sunday. Alain Berset said: ‘The celebration will end tonight. The questions will not.’ Photograph: Tullio Puglia/FIFA/Getty Images Fifa Fifa gives fraud ‘an open door’ with betting, says Council of Europe chief Fifa deal with prediction market company under fire
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