As gambling addiction affects members of the Nepali community in Australia, Sagarmatha Football Club has become a place of support, belonging and hope. Founding member Labin Gurung says the club is using football as more than just a game; it is creating opportunities for people facing gambling-related challenges to reconnect, seek support, and rebuild their lives.
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This story is produced as part of the Beautiful Game Changers series, which explores how football acts as a universal language, building identity, belonging and community across cultures in Australia.
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