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Premier League Bans Gambling Logos on Shirt Fronts

8/7/2025

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Starting in the 2026 season, Premier League clubs will no longer display gambling logos on shirt fronts, though they can still appear on sleeves. This decision comes amid rising concerns over gambling's connection to hundreds of UK suicides each year. Fans worry that ongoing partnerships with betting firms, like those of Reading, may further normalize gambling and harm mental health.

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Starting in the 2026 season, Premier League clubs will no longer display gambling logos on shirt fronts, though they can still appear on sleeves. This decision comes amid rising concerns over gambling's connection to hundreds of UK suicides each year. Fans worry that ongoing partnerships with betting firms, like those of Reading, may further normalize gambling and harm mental health.