Finn Harps' Rainey hits out at 'constant stream of gambling adverts' after addiction results in six-month ban from football

The FAI confirmed on Friday that Finn Harps midfielder Ryan Rainey had been banned for six months for gambling offences.

Ryan Rainey leads Harps out as captain last year. Pic: ©INPHO/Evan Logan

Finn Harps midfielder Ryan Rainey has revealed his gambling addiction after being hit with a six-month ban from football for breaching the FAI disciplinary regulations relating to betting.

The FAI confirmed on Friday that the 28-year-old had been banned for betting on several League of Ireland and FAI Cup matches as well as other games worldwide between 2021 and 2024.