It’s been a tumultuous few months for Italian midfielder Sandro Tonali, as he has been suspended for 10 months following a betting investigation. The suspension was handed down by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) and will prevent Tonali from participating in Euro 2024.
The suspension comes after an investigation into Tonali’s betting activities between April and June of 2020. According to the FIGC, Tonali was found to have placed bets on “matches of various sports, including football.” The FIGC also noted that Tonali had placed bets on matches involving his own team, AC Milan.
The 10-month suspension is the longest ever handed down by the FIGC for betting-related activities. It is also the first time a player has been suspended for betting on matches involving their own team.
The suspension means that Tonali will miss Euro 2024, which is set to take place in Italy. This is a major blow for the Italian national team, as Tonali is one of the most promising young players in the country. He has already made a name for himself at AC Milan, and was expected to be a key part of the Italian squad at Euro 2024.
It remains to be seen how the suspension will affect Tonali’s career. He will be allowed to return to action in April of 2022, but it is unclear if he will be able to return to his previous form.
Tonali’s suspension serves as a reminder that betting on sports is a serious offense and can have major consequences. Players must be aware of the rules and regulations regarding betting and must always act responsibly when it comes to gambling.
