Concerns about gambling advertising in football: Research and recommendations
Date: 2024-06-28 Author: Alex Crawford Categories: SPORTS BETTING
A recent survey by the Football Supporters' Association found that 73% of football fans are concerned about the level of advertising and sponsorship of gambling in sport, and 66% support a complete ban on such sponsorship.
GambleAware research highlights that two-thirds of the public believe the amount of gambling advertising in the media is excessive. Gambling advertisements can exacerbate problems for those who already have gambling problems, leading to additional spending and time wasted on gambling.
GambleAware's approach to solving the problem
GambleAware is advocating for stricter gambling advertising regulations, including banning marketing at sporting events and mandating the inclusion of health warnings in gambling advertisements.
David Rose from the Football Supporters' Association highlights the importance of partnering with GambleAware to highlight these issues among fans and provide support to those who need help with gambling.
These measures are aimed at protecting children and young people from the harmful effects of gambling advertising and creating a safer environment for everyone in the football community.
