Dieter Villalpando sidelined by Tepatitlán amid betting controversy

Dieter Villalpando, a midfielder for Tepatitlán F.C. in the Liga de Expansión MX, has been left out of the team's squad for their match against Dorados de Sinaloa amid allegations regarding sports betting.

The controversy follows the public release of private chat screenshots by a sports tipster, Cristian Rey. The messages allegedly show Villalpando attempting to join VIP betting groups and expressing frustration over financial losses. Villalpando has reportedly acknowledged his involvement in gambling, specifically mentioning interest in baseball and American football.

As of now, Tepatitlán F.C., the Liga de Expansión MX, and the Mexican Football Federation have not officially confirmed any formal investigation or provided a statement regarding the reasons for his absence from the lineup.