Bet responsibly. 18+ only. Football is brilliant entertainment — gambling on it should be the same. If it stops being fun, please get support straight away. The services below are free, confidential, and run independently of any bookmaker.
UK help & support
- BeGambleAware — free, confidential advice and a 24/7 National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133. begambleaware.org
- GamCare — counselling, live chat, and group support. gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop — free self-exclusion across all UK Gambling Commission–licensed bookmakers and casinos for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years. gamstop.co.uk
- Gambling Therapy — international free service offering practical advice and emotional support. gamblingtherapy.org
- Gamblers Anonymous — peer-led recovery meetings around the UK. gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Signs your gambling may be a problem
- Spending more than you can afford
- Chasing losses
- Lying to friends or family about your gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble
- Feeling restless or irritable when you stop
- Gambling getting in the way of work, study or relationships
If any of these sound familiar, please reach out to one of the services above.
Tools that can help
- Set deposit and loss limits with your bookmaker.
- Use reality checks and time-out features.
- Consider self-exclusion via GamStop.
- Block gambling sites with Gamban or your bank's gambling-block feature.
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