Players and officials to sign World Cup non-gambling pledge

Every player, official and referee in the World Cup will have to sign a written pledge that they will not bet on the tournament.

Tue, 25 Apr, 2006 - 20:22

Every player, official and referee in the World Cup will have to sign a written pledge that they will not bet on the tournament.

FIFA's announcement will leave the England players - some of whom are fond of a flutter - in no doubt that gambling on the World Cup is strictly forbidden.

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