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Brazilian football clubs challenge betting advertising ban in Supreme Court

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At least 23 Brazilian football clubs have asked the Supreme Federal Court to reverse restrictions introduced by a provisional measure signed by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on 25 September. Flamengo estimates the sponsorship ban could cost it up to BRL 430 million in 2027, while clubs argue that existing contracts were halted without a transition period.

The court challenge could affect betting companies’ existing sponsorship agreements and clubs’ related revenues.

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Brazil Supreme Court allows Flamengo to join challenge to fixed-odds betting ban

Supreme Federal Court minister Luiz Fux authorised Flamengo on 30 September to join as an interested party in a case challenging the federal government’s provisional measure banning fixed-odds betting in Brazil. The case was brought by the National Association of Games and Lotteries and the Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming; Flamengo said it sought to contribute the sports sector’s perspective.

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