Ksa calls out Holland Casino and Vbet for bet offering

(PRESS RELEASE) -- The Dutch Gaming Authority has addressed Holland Casino Online and Vbet regarding the offering of bets on own goals. Such bets are not permitted, as own goals are considered a negative event with an increased risk of match-fixing.

Research
Following a report, the Ksa conducted an investigation into the offering of bets on own goals. This revealed that Holland Casino Online and Vbet were the only gambling providers in the market that frequently offered this type of bet.

The Ksa has addressed both providers regarding this matter. Subsequently, both Holland Casino Online and Vbet adjusted their offerings and removed own-goal bets. They have also taken additional control measures to prevent recurrence. With that, the matter is sufficiently settled for the time being as far as the Ksa is concerned.

Guidelines on the integrity of sports betting
The guidelines on the integrity of sports betting, published by the Ksa on 22 December 2025, explains which bets are not permitted. Own goals are explicitly named as a negative event. Such events are relatively easy to influence and therefore carry risks of match-fixing.