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Turkish soccer imposes temporary bans on 102 players over betting scandal

ISTANBUL (AP) — Turkey’s soccer federation temporarily banned 102 players from playing in matches over a betting scandal on Thursday.

The players were referred to the Turkish Football Federation’s Professional Football Disciplinary Board as part of the ongoing betting investigation.

The board suspended top-tier players from playing for terms ranging from 45 days to one year.

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