CBC REPORT ON MATCH FIXING IN THE CSL
The Canadian Soccer League was aware of accusations that a regular season league game of September 12, 2009 between the home side Trois-Rivieres Attak and Toronto Croatia played at Trois-Rivieres, Quebec and won 4-1 by Trois-Rivieres Attak, was tampered with in favour of certain betting interests in Europe.
The CSL investigated the matter and was not able to reach a conclusion that the allegations were true. FIFA was also aware of the accusations and we have yet to receive any information from them on this matter..
The CSL will study carefully all of the information reported in the match fixing story by CBC on September 11
The CSL has and will continue to co-operate with the CBC on this story and if necessary, whatever law enforcement or immediate governance federations that may be involved.
Match fixing in soccer is prevalent in many parts of the world and is a threat to the game.
The Canadian Soccer League continues its pledge to take the necessary steps to prevent any activity considered to be tampering with the outcome of any CSL matches in the future..
Canadian Soccer League
September 13, 2012
