News breaking late tonight that the FAI's Disciplinary Control Unit is investigating claims of efforts to involve a Longford Town player in match-fixing, One player has been suspended by the club and FIFA and UEFA have been notified.
Longford Town released this statement tonight:
Longford Town FC wish to inform their supporters that the Club is in receipt of information with regard to a Longford Town player's possible involvement in activities which could be construed as conspiring to influence the results of matches. As a result of this information received Longford Town FC is obliged to notify the relevant authorities and conduct an internal investigation into the matter. The internal investigation has commenced. Subsequently one player has been suspended by the Club while the investigation takes place.
The Club are compliant with all rules in this matter and will co-operate fully with any investigations.
Via the MNS Twitter feed who were relaying the FAI statement:
Breaking news: FAI Disciplinary Control Unit opens investigation into possible attempts to involve a player in match fixing
— Monday Night Soccer (@RTEMNS) April 2, 2013
The FAI was made aware of the allegation by Longford Town FC.The club has suspended 1 player during its own separate internal investigation
— Monday Night Soccer (@RTEMNS) April 2, 2013
The FAI has shared all information with relevant partners including UEFA, FIFA and An Garda Síochána.
— Monday Night Soccer (@RTEMNS) April 2, 2013
Main points to be aware of, nobody has been found guilty, it may be a case if somebody approaching a player and the player reporting it.
— Monday Night Soccer (@RTEMNS) April 2, 2013
More news as we get it.
