“On Wednesday, I received a message from a medical professional, Sadi, in response to The Athletic’s story that Manchester United are set to sign a deal with Betway for sponsoring the club’s training kit.
“Disappointed United have gone with a sports gambling sponsor,” he said.… pic.twitter.com/zXA6J93ttC
— The Athletic | Football (@TheAthleticFC) May 8, 2026
“On Wednesday, I received a message from a medical professional, Sadi, in response to The Athletic’s story that Manchester United are set to sign a deal with Betway for sponsoring the club’s training kit.
“Disappointed United have gone with a sports gambling sponsor,” he said. “It’s an addictive disease that afflicts so many. Not a good look in my opinion. Surprised a Tier A brand like United went this route. Oh well.”
“The more I spoke to supporters, the more opinions I found about a deeply divisive industry that is everywhere in football.”
@AndyMitten on the criticism, scrutiny and debate that has followed news of Manchester United’s proposed sponsorship deal with a gambling firm.

