It’s an organisation delivering workshops throughout Wales on tackling gambling addictions and providing advice. Marc, whose brother Mike also plays football for Colwyn Bay, is on a three year abstinence away from the gambling world and is keen to highlight the risks involved through his new role with Deal Me Out (DMO). But, for some it’s difficult to know when to stop and ask for help.įor all of his senior career in football, Williams battled a gambling addiction and admits to having fluttered away as much as £10,000 during one session. So many people, including myself, like to take a punt on the football or the horses. It’s a hidden addiction that often goes unnoticed, but one which secretly affects so many of us. Williams in action for one of Wales’ youth sides against Bosnia Herzegovina.ĭuring those 15 years, and like many others throughout the UK and indeed the world, Williams fell into the trap of gambling. He has been a real star for Aber during his time there, scoring 19 league goals and a further four goals in cup competitions. The former Wales under-21 player has also turned out for the likes of Kidderminster Harriers, Chester, Colwyn Bay and Bangor City during his 15-year career to date, before arriving at Aberystwyth Town – where has spent the last two seasons and became club captain – although, he is now departing Park Avenue with the 20/21 JD Cymru Premier season completed this weekend.

Williams himself was outstanding that year and was voted the top-flight’s Player of the Season for his efforts. The club enjoyed a remarkable first season in the top-flight as it finished third and qualified for the early rounds of the 2016/17 UEFA Europa League.

He is a much-loved character at National League side Wrexham AFC, having spent six years there and was also a huge part of the Llandudno side promoted to the Welsh Premier League (now JD Cymru Premier) for the first time in their history ahead of the 2015/16 season. PICTURE By Colin Ewart shows Williams in Aberystwyth Town colours this season.Ī FORMER Wrexham AFC footballer has opened up about his battle with a gambling addiction as he sets off on a new journey in life to help support others facing the same struggle.Īttacker Marc Williams, now 32 years old and living in Old Colwyn, has enjoyed a fantastic career in football.

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