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Thursday briefing: English clubs criticised over plans to open betting shops with club branding

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5 January 2023 - 4:30 AM

Premier League and EFL clubs are drawing criticism from addiction campaigners over betting shops opening up at stadiums with club branding, The Daily Telegraph reports.

League One side Sheffield Wednesday were the first to enter into a deal with William Hill to launch stadium ‘Home Shops’, which charities fear will lure in young supporters.

Eight Premier League clubs are said to be following suit, with Aston Villa announcing an “unrivalled in-stadium partnership” with the

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