Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton vs Brighton Sunday 24 August 2025
Hill Dickinson Stadium (Image credit: Getty Images)
Everton striker Martin Sherif has been formally charged by The Football Association for allegedly breaching its gambling regulations.
According to an official statement released by the governing body, the 20-year-old forward has been charged under FA Rule E1.2 in connection with 61 bets placed on football matches over a 15-month timeframe.
The FA states that the alleged infractions occurred between November 20, 2024 and February 12, 2026. Sherif has been given until Monday, August 17 to provide an official response to the charge.
Everton striker charged with betting offence breach
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - AUGUST 24: A general view inside the stadium is seen prior to the Premier League match between Everton and Brighton & Hove Albion at Hill Dickinson Stadium on August 24, 2025 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)
The Hill Dickinson Stadium where Everton play their home games
Rule E1.2 enforces a complete ban on betting for anyone involved in professional football in England.
Under the guidelines, players, managers, coaches, club staff, and officials are prohibited from betting, directly or indirectly, on any football match or competition.
Martin Sherif (L) on loan at Port Vale last season
Martin Sherif (L) on loan at Port Vale last season
The legislation also forbids passing on inside information to third parties for gambling purposes or instructing others to place bets on their behalf.
Sherif is a Liberian-born Netherlands youth international who joined Everton’s youth academy at the age of 13 in 2019 after making the switch from Dutch outfit Almere City.
He impressed in the youth ranks at Finch Farm before signing his first professional contract with the Merseyside club.
The young striker spent the 2025/26 season on loan in League One with separate spells at Rotherham United and Port Vale, making 29 senior appearances across all competitions and scoring four goals.
Should the allegations be proven, the Toffees forward faces potential disciplinary measures ranging from fines to a prolonged suspension from all footballing activity. Neither Everton nor Sherif have publicly commented on the charge.