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Article continues belowArticle continues belowArticle continues below<ul><li>Two Pirates players were caught discussing betting</li><li>But the club says it was in jest</li><li>However, Pirates reads the riot act to the players</li></ul>

Orlando Pirates reprimand players over betting video - 'Such discussions can have serious implications'

Two Orlando Pirates players were captured suggesting they placed bets on a Premier League match.But the club says Jose Riveiro's men in question were jokingly discussing the matter.However, the club read the riot act to the players, warning them that talking about bookmaking can have serious consequences for professional footballers.

WHAT HAPPENED?

"The club has noted a video circulating on social media involving two of our players discussing betting," the club said in a <a href="https://www.orlandopiratesfc.com/news/club-statement-2/" target="_blank">statement</a>."We would like to clarify that the players in the video did not place any bets. The video captured a light-hearted moment among teammates purporting to have placed a bet on an English Premiership match."As a club, we are fully aware of the regulations regarding betting. Betting on any sport is strictly prohibited for any professional player," the club continued."However, we have addressed the matter with the players involved, emphasising that even in jest, such discussions can have serious implications."The club has reiterated the importance of adhering to betting regulations to avoid any potential long-term consequences," the statement further stated."The players&nbsp;recognise&nbsp;their error in judgment and have since apologised."However, due to the seriousness of this matter, the club has instituted its&nbsp;own&nbsp;internal investigation to ensure that no player is involved in any form of sports betting as this would constitute a breach in the club handbook that all players are signatory to."

WHAT PIRATES SAID

The Buccaneers will be hoping the spotlight on their players will not affect them in their remaining games.With betting being a very sensitive issue, their performances will be under scrutiny as they wrap up their season.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

The Buccaneers have TS Galaxy next on their schedule as they travel to Mbombela Stadium on Saturday.They will then complete their top-two bid by hosting SuperSport United before switching focus to the Nedbank Cup final against Mamelodi Sundowns.

WHAT NEXT FOR PIRATES?

Orlando Pirates reprimand players over betting video - 'Such discussions can have serious implications' | Goal.com

The Buccaneers have moved in to react to a circulating video about two of their players discussing bookmaking.