Italian soccer player Nicolò Fagioli issued an apology to former teammates implicated in a betting scandal after Milan prosecutors investigated 13 players for illegal online betting. Fagioli, on loan at Fiorentina from Juventus, and Sandro Tonali faced bans and therapy for gambling addiction in 2023, with Fagioli receiving a seven-month suspension and Tonali a lengthier 10-month ban for betting on matches, including those of AC Milan.
Reports revealed Fagioli's efforts to settle a 587,000 euro debt through contacts and a Milan jewelry shop. The investigation, prompted by Tonali and Fagioli's testimonies and device analysis, did not implicate the other players in soccer betting but focused on their involvement in illegal online poker and sports betting, risking fines up to 250 euros from Italian authorities. Fagioli expressed remorse for his actions, acknowledging his addiction and the support received during a challenging period.