Web3 football game Sorare has been accused of unlicensed gambling by the UK Gambling Commission

according to Protos, the Web3 football game Sorare has been accused by the UK Gambling Commission of operating without a license.

The Commission stated today: "Sorare is accused of providing gambling facilities without holding an operating license, which violates the Gambling Act 2005. A court hearing is scheduled for October 4."

The company disputes the accusation, claiming that the law is being misapplied. Sorare stated: "The Commission has misunderstood our business and incorrectly believes that gambling laws apply to Sorare. We firmly deny any claims that Sorare is a gambling product under UK law."

It is reported that Sorare is a football fantasy league game utilizing the Ethereum blockchain, allowing players to trade football cards.