Seven individuals have been arrested by the Oslo Police District on charges of serious corruption and fraud related to betting on football matches. According to police attorney Sahd Iqbal, one of the suspects has been presented for custody. The police have conducted searches at multiple addresses, leading to several significant seizures related to the case. The investigation is reportedly in its early stages, but the police have prioritized it due to its implications for the integrity of Norwegian football.

Sources familiar with the investigation have indicated that the arrested individuals have connections to Norwegian top-tier football, raising concerns about the involvement of players or officials in these allegations. The last major scandal involving match-fixing in Norway occurred 14 years ago, which involved matches tied to clubs Follo and Asker and also had connections to Sweden, thus highlighting a persistent issue within the sport. The current investigation may renew scrutiny on the state of gambling regulations and integrity in football in Norway.

Attempts to reach the president of the Norwegian Football Federation, Lise Klaveness, for comments have thus far been unsuccessful, leaving many in the football community anxious about the potential fallout from this investigation. The police's commitment to thoroughly investigating the matter reflects the serious nature of the accusations and the need to maintain trust in sports as allegations of corruption continue to challenge the integrity of sporting events.