World Cup Becomes America's Biggest Sports Betting Event

The World Cup, being played in North America, is becoming the biggest sports betting event ever for U.S. audiences who can watch games live during convenient hours.

30 Jun, 07:29 — 30 Jun, 15:52

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Why this matters

The growing popularity of sports betting in the U.S., fueled by deregulation and the proliferation of legal online platforms, is transforming how Americans engage with sporting events. The World Cup, as the globe's most-watched sporting competition, presents a unique opportunity to capture a massive audience, potentially setting new benchmarks for betting activity.

Key entitiesWorld Cup North America United States

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The IndependentMostly Factual40d ago

Is the World Cup becoming America’s biggest sports betting event ever?

The world’s most popular sporting event is being played in North America, so U.S. audiences can see the games live while the sun is out or in the early evening

By Mark Robert Anderson

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YahooMostly Factual40d ago