Legal online bookmakers in France generated €157 million in gross gaming revenue during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. French residents placed a combined €1.3 billion in wagers across the tournament schedule.
Tournament Expansion and Player Engagement
The current format includes 48 national teams and 104 matches. Market activity increased alongside the larger fixture list and the French national team reaching the semifinal round. Digital wagering platforms saw active participants rise from 2.2 million to 3.1 million individuals. The total volume of placed bets grew from 54 million to 113 million throughout the event.Historical data shows a different scale for the previous tournament. The 2022 edition recorded €597 million in total stakes and €70 million in bookmaker GGR.