Cathal Austin

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Cathal Austin

Cathal Austin | Lead Betting Site Reviewer | 300+ Betting Sites Reviewed For Gambling.com

Cathal spent more than a decade as a journalist covering sports and breaking news before joining the Gambling.com team.

He now utilises his research and reporting skills in his role as a betting site reviewer.

Since 2022, Cathal has reviewed over 300 betting sites and apps, helping readers to find safe, trusted platforms for betting online.


Career Highlights

300+ Betting Sites Reviewed
Through extensive user testing and analysis.

10+ Years of Experience
Reporting on news, sport and sports betting.

2 Formal Qualifications


Professional Experience

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What Makes Cathal an Expert?

With over a decade of reporting experience, Cathal brings a reporter’s research skills to every review he writes.

He knows what matters most to bettors - valuable odds, lots of betting options, and promotions that deliver real value.

Cathal tests a site over a period of weeks and reads through all the small print before writing a review, so our readers know if it's worth signing up.

His goal is simple: to empower online bettors to make smarter, more confident decisions.

“I dig into the details and tell it straight - so people know which betting sites they can trust.”
Content Breaker Quote Author Image Cathal Austin | Lead Betting Site Analyst & Review Expert

Cathal's Approach to Reviews

Cathal adheres to a comprehensive review methodology, which dictates how we rate betting sites at Gambling.com.

His evaluation covers:


This methodical approach ensures that every review is clear, independent and genuinely useful, giving readers the insights they need to make informed decisions.

What It’s Like to Work With Cathal...

“Cathal’s reviews are always trustworthy. Our readers get exactly what they need - no fluff, just facts.”
Content Breaker Quote Author Image Jamie Casey | Gambling.com Managing Editor

“Our readers trust Cathal's work because it’s honest and always written with the bettor in mind.”
Content Breaker Quote Author Image Kevin Taylor | Gambling.com Content Lead

“ Cathal's sports betting knowledge is strong - he’s always the first to flag what really matters to bettors.”
Content Breaker Quote Author Image Dean Ryan | Gambling.com Football Betting Expert

Q&A With Cathal

What got you into writing about gambling?

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