FAI to probe 'suspected betting irregularities' at St Pat's

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is to carry out an investigation into "suspected irregular betting patterns" around recent St Patrick’s Athletic FC fixtures, the organisation has confirmed.

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is to carry out an investigation into "suspected irregular betting patterns" around recent St Patrick’s Athletic FC fixtures, the organisation has confirmed.

The FAI has written to St Pat’s and to a number of bookies asking for any information they might have to substantiate the suspicions raised by the club.

In a statement today, the FAI said: "The FAI welcomes St Patrick’s Athletic FC’s decision to raise this matter with players and will ensure that a thorough investigation is carried out to determine if there is any substance to these claims."

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