CroatiaA Croatian football player, Damjan Đoković, is at the center of a betting scandal involving a match between CFR Cluj and Botoșani on December 19, 2025. The investigation by Romania’s Football Association Integrity Department suggests Đoković may have intentionally received a yellow card during the game, which led to significant bets being placed on his caution. Reports indicate over 800,000 euros were wagered on this outcome. The probe also involves the club’s lawyer, Ioan Ivașcu, and has been forwarded to disciplinary bodies. While Đoković denies any connection to the allegations, his legal team claims he is innocent. Potential penalties include a two-year suspension and fines if the accusations are proven. A close friend of Đoković, former goalkeeper Alessandro Caparco, argues the situation is politically motivated, claiming it aims to undermine Đoković due to his high contract with the club.
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