Former Chelsea star Eden Hazard could be in hot water after becoming an ambassador for a blacklisted gambling company in his homeland. But advertising for gambling is strictly prohibited in Belgium, where Hazard is from. The Belgian Gaming Commission are set to investigate the matter after the legendary former player's association with Stake was announced. Stefaan Savenberg, a spokesman for the Commission, said: 'We will examine whether the advertising by Eden Hazard is targeting the Belgian market. In 2021, the Belgian Gaming Commission blacklisted around 20 more operators, including Stake.

Source: Daily Mail March 14, 2026 09:09 UTC