The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Ksa) reports that the number of match‑fixing alerts in 2025 remained roughly consistent with 2024, but the nature of the reports shifted. Gambling operators submitted more cases involving athletes betting on their own competitions, a category that did not appear in the previous year. These findings were published in the Ksa’s annual Match-Fixing Trend Analysis.
Obligations and Reporting
Licensed gambling providers are required to take all reasonable measures to prevent match‑fixing, including refraining from offering bets on high‑risk events. When operators suspect manipulation, they must report it to the Sports Betting Intelligence Unit (SBIU) of the Ksa. In recent years, the regulator has intensified efforts to raise awareness about reporting obligations.
2025 Reporting Figures
In 2025, the Ksa received 12 match‑fixing reports from nine license holders, compared with 13 reports in 2024. Notably, four reports involved athletes betting on their own league or competition—an issue that did not arise the previous year.
In response, the Ksa expanded its preventative education efforts, providing athletes with clearer guidance on prohibited behavior and the risks associated with betting on their own sport.
Strengthening Integrity Measures
To support operators, the Ksa published the “Commitment to Integrity” guideline in 2025, offering additional tools to help detect and prevent match‑fixing. The regulator also conducted an ongoing review of sports betting offerings throughout the year. This investigation led to multiple warnings and one penalty for prohibited betting markets.
