1xBet's Fake Matches: The Global Investigation Explained
Perhaps the most serious "1xBet real or fake" concern involves reports of fabricated sports events used to generate betting markets. Investigations published on LinkedIn and covered by Naša Niva detail how 1xBet runs thousands of fake amateur sports matches every single day.
These so-called phantom games feature unknown teams, hired actors playing as athletes, and phantom referees. The matches are streamed non-stop and attract approximately 5 million viewers per month, who place real bets on entirely scripted outcomes.
With phantom games and phantom referees, 1xBet found a loophole big enough to drive an empire through.
– LinkedIn Investigation, 2024
The scheme reportedly exploits cheap labor in under-resourced countries, where participants are paid small sums to play in meaningless games that generate high betting volume globally. This creates a system where 1xBet controls the outcome while collecting bets from users who believe they are wagering on legitimate sporting events.
This revelation has led many users to question the integrity of all 1xBet markets — not just the obvious fake match categories. Independent researchers recommend avoiding obscure lower-division amateur tournaments on 1xBet, particularly those from regions where oversight is minimal and streaming quality is poor.
These investigations were reported by Naša Niva and discussed extensively on Reddit's r/sportsbook community, where the thread "1xBet is illegal and a SCAM - STAY AWAY AT ALL COSTS" has accumulated over 100 comments.
2 Replies to “1xBet Fake Matches”
I noticed some very strange matches with teams I'd never heard of. Scores were suspiciously predictable. After reading this investigation I won't be betting on any obscure tournaments on 1xBet again.
The fake match scheme is what pushed me away. I can accept withdrawal delays but knowing I was betting on scripted games is unacceptable. I've moved to a regulated platform.