Match-Fixing concerns rise in Delhi Football League as players score dubious own goals (WATCH)

By Ovaise Shariff | First Published Feb 20, 2024, 4:54 PM IST

A controversy has erupted in the Delhi Football League as players from Ahbab FC and Rangers FC scored suspicious own goals, prompting fears of match-fixing.

Alarming scenes unfolded during a match between Ahbab FC and Rangers FC in the Delhi Football League when players scored suspicious own goals, sparking fears of match-fixing. Ranjit Bajaj, owner of Minerva Punjab and Delhi FC, shared videos of the questionable goals and called for immediate action against corruption in the league. Bajaj even raised concerns about the integrity of the I-League, claiming it is entirely fixed.

In a social media post, Bajaj highlighted the suspicious actions during the match, where Ahbab FC, leading 4-0, suddenly conceded bizarre own goals. Expressing frustration, he accused the Delhi league of being the most corrupt in the country, involving referees, team owners, and multiple teams. Bajaj urged authorities, including the CBI and Delhi Police, to address the issue.

I can guarantee that fixing is rampant in the senior premier division- that’s why we true to play In it ever again till they take action- I have been saying it again and again- the most corrupt league In the country - is not behind - referees - team… pic.twitter.com/6VTWDXc90Q

— Ranjit Bajaj (@THE_RanjitBajaj)

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The Delhi Soccer Association, after an emergency meeting, initiated an investigation into the fixing allegations and suspended Ahbab FC. The AIFF president, Kalyan Chaubey, acknowledged the seriousness of the situation and emphasized the ongoing efforts to collect evidence on suspicious matches in Indian football. If proven true, stringent action is anticipated from the AIFF against those involved in match-fixing.

🚨 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 🚨🏆 pic.twitter.com/8pCDxL5HhM

— Delhi Soccer Association (@FootballDelhi)

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