Sandro Tonali Finds Redemption and Comfort in Helping Others with Gambling Addiction

Sandro Tonali, the Newcastle and Italy midfielder, has opened up about the comfort he found in helping other problem gamblers while serving his 10-month ban for breaching betting rules. Tonali, who joined Newcastle from AC Milan last year, was banned by the Italian Football Federation after breaking rules while playing in Serie A. During his ban, he met many people in Newcastle with similar issues who had never spoken about their struggles before. Tonali’s case being made public encouraged these individuals to seek help and confront their problems. He has also completed an education program and made trips back to Italy to raise awareness about the dangers of gambling. Tonali expressed gratitude for the support he has received from the club and its fans, stating that he has never felt alone during this difficult period. Now that his ban is over, Tonali is looking forward to returning to the pitch and experiencing the joy of playing again. Eddie Howe, the Newcastle manager, acknowledged that Tonali will go through a range of emotions upon his return and emphasized the importance of taking small steps and playing to his strengths. Tonali’s comeback has generated a lot of attention, but he is prepared for the scrutiny and is focused on getting back to doing what he loves.