Kane and Haaland Ads Banned

Two high-profile soccer stars, Harry Kane and Erling Haaland, are at the center of a major gambling ad ban after their promotional spots for Oddschecker were deemed too tempting for underage viewers. The ads, which highlighted betting stats and future award odds, were ruled irresponsible by the Advertising Standards Authority for exploiting the massive appeal these athletes have with young fans — many of whom may not even verify their age on social platforms. Oddschecker argued the content was editorial, not direct advertising, but the ASA rejected that, emphasizing the clear risk to minors. Interestingly, a similar ad featuring Thierry Henry wasn’t banned, showing the regulators are applying a nuanced, athlete-specific standard. This case sets a firm precedent: big-name athletes popular with teens can’t be used in gambling ads without triggering strict compliance. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8899637e2993ea5c