Ivan Toney is being investigated for possible historical betting allegations. Ivan has issued a statement saying he is helping the FA (Football Association) with their investigation. The FA prohibits players from betting and is investigating Toney's bets before he came to the PL in 2020. Brentford issued a statement saying the club will not comment on the matter between the FA and Toney. Toney got his maiden call-up for the England set-up in September as Gareth Southgate, the manager, showed faith in him.

Byju’s signs footballer Lionel Messi as global ambassador

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Social impact arm

Lionel "Leo" Messi has been named the first global brand ambassador of BYJU'S social impact arm, Education For All. Messi, the captain of Argentina's football team and a player for Paris Saint-Germain, has signed an agreement with BYJU'S to promote the cause of equitable education.

Aim

This association aligns with BYJU's expanding global footprint, with the goal of making education accessible, equitable, and affordable to all.

What does the brand believe in?

Through his unquestioning work ethic, game study, and love of learning, the company is confident that Messi will be an ideal mentor for hundreds of millions of young people around the world.

Byju's first indian company to sponsor a FIFA world cup

Byju's continues to invest in marketing. For example, to become the first Indian company to sponsor a FIFA World Cup, the company spent close to $30-$40 million.

What the co-founder of BYJU’S ave to say

Divya Gokulnath, co-founder of BYJU’S, said, “We are honoured and excited to collaborate with Lionel Messi as our global ambassador. He is a once in a generation talent whose pursuit of excellence, all-in mentality, humility, and reliability resonate deeply with BYJU’S brand values.

The past and present

He got a call before the matches against Italy and then Germany. He was an uncapped player in the last round of fixtures prior to the World Cup. However, the forward is hopeful that he will leave for Qatar this time. Toney took to Twitter to release a statement saying he was aware of the news in the national newspaper about him and that he would help the FA and not comment on the situation before its conclusion. He added that he was a proud man from England, and it had been his childhood dream to play for England in the World Cup finals.

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England FA investigates Brentford striker Ivan Toney over betting allegations. Details here

Brentford striker Ivan Toney says he's assisting the Football Association with their inquiries. The FA (Football Association), which prohibits players from betting on the sport, is claimed to be looking into the 26-year-old's bets from before he joined the Premier League club in August 2020.