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UK Casinos Defy Ban, Sponsor Premier League Clubs

5/25/2025

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Casinos BC.Game and DEBET are under fire for illegally accepting UK customers after losing their licenses, yet they continue to sponsor Leicester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Despite warnings from the Gambling Commission, campaigners fear the clubs could face prosecution, as these casinos remain accessible through VPNs, heightening concerns about gambling exposure for fans.

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Casinos BC.Game and DEBET are under fire for illegally accepting UK customers after losing their licenses, yet they continue to sponsor Leicester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Despite warnings from the Gambling Commission, campaigners fear the clubs could face prosecution, as these casinos remain accessible through VPNs, heightening concerns about gambling exposure for fans.