Safer gambling
WhoIsTheRef shows referee statistics and probabilities worked out from past matches. They are estimates, not predictions you can rely on, and they lose often. WhoIsTheRef is for adults aged 18 and over.
Keep it fun
- Only bet money you can afford to lose, and set a budget before you start.
- Never chase losses or bet to win back money.
- Don't bet when you're stressed, low, or have been drinking.
- Take breaks, and keep betting separate from bills and savings.
Signs it might be becoming a problem
- Spending more time or money than you meant to, or borrowing to bet.
- Feeling anxious, irritable or guilty about betting, or hiding it from people close to you.
- Betting is affecting your sleep, work, studies or relationships.
Free, confidential support
National Gambling HelplineFree, 24 hours a day, run by GamCare.
0808 8020 133 · gamcare.org.uk (live chat)
0808 8020 133 · gamcare.org.uk (live chat)
GAMSTOPFree self-exclusion from UK-licensed gambling websites and apps.
gamstop.co.uk
gamstop.co.uk
BeGambleAwareAdvice, tools and local treatment services.
begambleaware.org
begambleaware.org
Gamblers AnonymousMeetings across the UK.
gamblersanonymous.org.uk
gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Most UK banks also let you block gambling payments on your card in their app.
Under 18?
Gambling is illegal for under-18s in the UK. WhoIsTheRef isn't for you; please close the site.