Rangers FC first football club in Scotland to give players gambling education classes

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Rangers FC footballers have taken part in a groundbreaking new initiative, aimed at helping players avoid the dangers of gambling.

Goalie Jack Butland and members of the squad helped kick off the club's new education programme, which highlighted the seriousness of gambling addictions.

The club said it's the first in Scotland to run the education sessions.Ex Premier League and international footballer Simon Haworth delivered the first talk for top-level sportspeople on Friday 10 May.

Simon turned to intensive betting on horse racing after his career was curtailed due to injury during his time at his final club Tranmere Rovers.Now he shares his powerful story across the sports and education sector.The men’s first team, women’s team and selected academy squads took part in separate sessions.Rangers said players were encouraged to share their own experiences and perspectives in an "open, trusting environment".