Premier league clubs ban gambling shirt sponsors as local scrutiny intensifies

Premier League football clubs in the UK have this week agreed to ban gambling brands from matchday shirts, however, wagering ads will continue to appear pitch-side.

The decision, which was made following consultation with the UK government, has come under fire for its inconsistency, given that gambling brands will still be able to appear on other parts of the kit, and on pitch-side advertising.

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