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http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1956257-in-search-of-redemption-fixing-betting-corruption-in-football
The negative
side of gambling’s base is at lower level tier football teams where young
players who are not getting paid, yet alone paid on-time according FIFPro, that
much are offered a large sum of money by corrupt business men in exchange for
performing in a way that would greatly impact his team and give the other team
a significant opportunity to win the match (For example, in football [soccer], receiving
a red card, fouling in one’s own penalty box to give the opposition a penalty
kick, an own goal, ect.). Even some referees are bribed to give a certain team
an advantage. To keep these players from deviating away from their given duty
they are threatened physically or other violent actions are threatened. This is
a way to keep players from speaking and telling authorities or football officials
about these problems. All of this leads to something like the Welling vs.
Billericay in Novemeber 2012, which was a game with 407 spectators that seems insignificant
in the football world; however, the game had over 1 million euros wagered onto
it. Shockingly, no formal investigation any governing body in any respect was
taken.
FIFPro, an
organization that handles pro football players in Eastern Europe, has done
research that points out that 38.6% of players who have been approached to fix
a match have been victims of violence. The British governing body of football,
FA, has stated that gambling is not a significant issue. It appears a player’s
and fan’s right to a fair game is neglected here. Additionally, statistically
speaking, violence is prevalent within the gambling world of European football.
Is gambling in itself wrong and if it is
not, when does gambling go wrong? How can these current issues be combatted?
-Scott Augenstein
No question. Gambling is wrong. Though it is FIFA's fault for what is going on. It more goes back to the corruption higher up because millions of dollars have been allocated to youth teams and lower leagues to raise they players wages. So really, who is at fault?
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ReplyDeleteYes, gambling is wrong in the manner it is described in this article. When it impacts people (or teams) other than the direct people who are making the gamble, it is not right. The point of gambling is that it is a gamble, and one should not be sure (through any threats or bribes) which team will win or lose. It is really unfortunate that players who worked extremely hard to get where they are have to even be confronted with this issue.
ReplyDelete-Darcy Horn
I do not think gambling is wrong at all. Although it is illegal, I believe that it should be legal. I think that wrongful actions can most definitely stem from gambling, but these actions are few are far between. Gambling itself is a profitable business and keeps fan interest very high. If gambling were to become legal, there would have to be an agency created to investigate point shaving and match fixing.
ReplyDeleteI think that this article regarding gambling is a little harsh. When it comes to fixing matches and bribing players, than of course it is very wrong. But I think that fans should be able to bet on games without worrying about getting in trouble with the law. Gambling and betting in particular is a great way to increase viewing and a fan base, and ultimately making more money for the industry. Match fixing and player bribery needs to be investigated further before gambling can become legal, but when that issue is resolved I think gambling will become a great thing for the industry.
ReplyDeleteI agree, I see both sides of your argument and definitely think that if the kinks are worked out then gambling can be a huge profit for the business of sports. - Daniel Dzhurayev
DeleteI think everyone here is on the same page except Tyler. Tyler believes gambling is wrong in the entire sense while Hannah, Sleo, and Darcy on the other hand thinks gambling is wrong when it affects the game's outcome is what I am getting. I am in agreement fully with Sleo and Hannah when they say that although gambling causes these actions to be bad, it does not mean that gambling cannot 1) exist in itself without harming players and 2) be very profitable for the industry as it would get made people more interested in watching the games. Which in turn would make sponsors happier.
ReplyDeleteGambling is an inevitable part of any sports match, I feel. Whether it is through a third party and on the books or between two parties in an underground market, gambling on events will happen. The issue becomes when the players get involved and are asked to sway the result of the game. A solution to this problem could be difficult to find, as there will as be gambling, and it just takes one gambler to lust for a win enough to take a violent and threatening approach to a participant in the match. Further investigations into the underground betting groups will be needed to find the big players and prevent then from harming our beloved footballers.
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I don't think gaming in general is a wrongful practice, however actions taken in accordance with gambling clearly have detrimental effects on football. Wagering money based on research in the hope of a big payday is nothing more than a game in itself. The harm comes when people use violence and bribery to effect a match beyond the action of the field. Referees and players need to have some sort of system they can go to if threatened or bribed by someone where they can be safe and punish those who approach them. Until that time it is going to be a problem in football and other sports around the world.
ReplyDeleteJames I think you're right and I lied the way you worded it. Gambling is a game in itself and can be great if these toxic things such as violence are excluded. Also, I think that system would be great. To have players, coaches, and referees have some sort of benefit and/or protection for themselves if they come forward with allegations against someone who has threatened them, that would work. Much easier said than done.
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