Three Serie A clubs among 22 named in betting probe

ROME – Serie A’s Atalanta, Novara and Siena were among 22 clubs told on Wednesday that they will face investigations over the possible manipulation of matches.

Former European Cup finalists Sampdoria, now playing in Serie B, were also named along with 52 players, the Italian federation (FIGC) said in a statement.

They have been referred to the FIGC’s disciplinary committee following investigations by magistrates in the northern city of Cremona which began in December.

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