Owen to escape punishment
Last updated : 19 January 2003 By Chris Maxwell
Further newspaper claims have today alleged that Owen placed bets on Manchester United, in crucial European games, and backed Chelsea to win the Premiership. The FA, though, have confirmed that Owen will not be punished.
FA spokesman Adrian Bevington said: "Michael Owen will not face any investigation from the FA with regard to reports surrounding betting on football in a Sunday newspaper.
The rules regarding betting on football prevent any players from placing bets on fixtures involving them directly."
