The Lottery and Foundation Authority (Lotteritilsynet) in Norway has launched an investigation into possible match-fixing activities in Norwegian football following a tip-off from the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), an organization that monitors sports betting across various countries. Communication and strategy director Terje Gilleshammer confirmed that the authority acted on the information by collaborating with the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) to analyze betting history, which led to a notification to the police about the ongoing suspicions.

Gilleshammer elaborated that while the authority receives annual tips regarding match-fixing, the number has decreased in recent years, with only a few dozen received per year. The cooperation with law enforcement and continuous dialogue with the sports sector emphasize the seriousness with which the regulatory body approaches these allegations, highlighting their commitment to maintaining integrity in sports betting and competition.

As the investigation proceeds, Gilleshammer refrained from providing further comments, underlining that the case is currently subject to ongoing scrutiny. This situation draws attention not only to the integrity of Norwegian football but also raises wider concerns about betting practices and potential corruption in sports, indicating a critical period for regulatory efforts in combating match-fixing.