2026 FIFA World Cup
Esportes da Sorte launches “Convoque” campaign for the World Cup
The brand transforms its iconic blue hat into a narrative asset, bringing together creators, music and football in a multiplatform film ahead of the tournament
Esportes da Sorte has launched “Convoque,” a campaign designed to strengthen the brand’s connection to the World Cup through a language that blends entertainment, pop culture and football.
The campaign transforms the platform’s already recognisable blue hat into a central narrative element, using it as a “portal” between everyday life and a playful universe inspired by the brand experience.
The move marks a strategic effort by Esportes da Sorte to consolidate its presence in the sports betting space during the tournament while maintaining the entertainment identity that has defined its communications.
The lead film features the iconic blue hat alongside influencers and personalities from music, digital culture and sport, including Léo Santana, Jojo Todynho, Cerol, Duda Gutierrez, Marcelinho Carioca, Luizinho Freitas and Bruno Formiga.
The campaign
A sequel to the first film is set to launch at the end of May. In the narrative, an ordinary character leaves a street football match and finds the blue hat glowing on the ground.
When he puts it on, he is transported to a match “outside of reality,” in an environment that combines references from football, casino and digital culture.
The script uses humour, visual exaggeration and fantasy elements to build a brand journey connected to the world of gaming and responsible entertainment.
“The campaign reinforces our strategy for the World Cup: expanding the brand’s presence in the sports territory without losing the fun and entertainment DNA already recognised by our audience,” said Marcela Campos, vice president of Grupo Esportes Gaming Brasil, which owns the Esportes da Sorte, Onabet and Lottu brands.
“The blue hat moves beyond being a visual element and becomes a narrative asset that connects different universes of the brand experience.”
Created by agency Brenda and produced by Nocandy, the campaign takes a multiplatform approach, with distribution across TV, out-of-home, YouTube and social media, as well as activations planned throughout the tournament.
The strategy reflects the intensifying competition for attention among brands in the sector during the most significant sporting event in the global calendar.
The film closes with responsible gambling messaging, aligning the campaign with the group’s institutional positioning around user protection practices and responsible communication in the regulated market.
Esportes da Sorte
Esportes da Sorte is one of Brazil’s leading sports betting platforms, operating under a licence granted by the Ministry of Finance to Esportes Gaming Brasil, the group that also owns the Onabet and Lottu brands.
The company is certified as a Great Place to Work and generates around one thousand direct and indirect jobs. It holds strategic partnerships with institutions including ANJL, IBIA, Sportradar, EBAC and IAA. Beyond sports betting, the group sponsors clubs including Corinthians, Ceará, Ferroviária and Náutico, and supports cultural initiatives including the Galo da Madrugada and carnival celebrations across multiple Brazilian cities.
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2026 FIFA World Cup
Flashscore: UK World Cup traffic hits 2.35M users ahead of England vs Norway
Flashscore says England vs Mexico is its fourth most-watched match globally so far, drawing 17.5M live followers on the app.
Flashscore reported a lift in UK fan engagement ahead of England’s World Cup quarter-final against Norway, citing new usage data from its tournament coverage.
The company said it has recorded 2.35M unique UK users and 387.7M views across its World Cup content so far, spanning live scores, match centres, previews, articles and audio.
Flashscore also pointed to deeper “second-screen” consumption patterns in the UK during the same period, including 1.6M match preview views, 1.23M article views and 147K audio plays.
In global terms, Flashscore said England ranks seventh for team profile opens. England’s Round of 16 match against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium was the fourth-most popular match of the tournament on the app, attracting 17.5M live followers and generating 53.2M views.
On player interest, Flashscore said England captain Harry Kane ranks 20th globally for player profile opens, with 3.9M—just behind Brazil’s Vinicius Junior on 4.0M. Norway striker Erling Haaland is eighth, with 5.7M profile opens.
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2026 FIFA World Cup
Kalshi Becomes Official Prediction Market Sponsor of House of GOAL
Footballco has announced Kalshi as the Official Prediction Market Sponsor of House of GOAL, the 16-day soccer culture festival running July 3–19, 2026 at Industry City in Brooklyn. The partnership brings an entirely new dimension to fan engagement: live, regulated markets on match outcomes, tournament progression, and the eventual World Cup champion, all accessible in real time throughout the festival’s run.
Kalshi is a federally regulated exchange — the first of its kind overseen by the CFTC, the same body that regulates major US financial markets — where people trade on the outcomes of real-world events. Unlike a sportsbook, prices on Kalshi are set by real people trading against each other, not by a house. Positions can be entered or exited at any time before an event resolves, like trading a stock. The platform is legal across all 50 states.
“This isn’t about watching a number tick up or down, it’s about being in it. The World Cup Final is happening minutes from Brooklyn on July 19. There has never been a moment like this for football fans in the US, and we want them to be active participants in it,” said Adam Barrick, Head of Sports Partnerships at Kalshi.
“Kalshi adds a dimension to fandom that didn’t exist before, you’re not just watching the tournament unfold, you have a position in it. That kind of active participation is exactly what House of GOAL is designed to create, and having Kalshi at the center of it makes every match feel even more alive,” said Jason Wagenheim, CEO of North America at Footballco.
At House of GOAL, Kalshi’s presence runs across the full 16 days:
Matchday Market Courtyard Hero Bar — Kalshi will anchor a dedicated hero bar in the Matchday Market Courtyard, serving specialty cocktails as fans track live markets across the tournament. As prices move with the action, the bar becomes a gathering point for the kind of real-time debate that defines watching football.
Live Market Screens — Prediction market data will display on screens throughout the venue, updating in real time as tournament outcomes shift. Fans will see who the market thinks is going to win — a live, crowd-sourced forecast that moves with every match.
Podcast Programming — Kalshi is integrated as a sponsor into two of GOAL’s flagship live shows recorded at House of GOAL: Soccercito and The Rondo. On July 17, US Men’s National Team legend Clint Dempsey joins Soccercito as a guest in a live taping hosted at the festival.
Jersey Giveaways — Fans at House of GOAL can win Kalshi’s new football jersey, dropping at the festival throughout the run.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the first men’s tournament on US soil since 1994, 48 teams across 16 host cities in the US, Canada, and Mexico, with the Final at MetLife Stadium on July 19. It is the largest men’s World Cup ever staged.
Kalshi will offer markets on match outcomes, group standings, advancement, and the outright champion throughout the tournament. Prices update live; positions can be traded up to the moment an event resolves. To explore markets, fans can download the Kalshi app, sign up, and complete quick verification.
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2026 FIFA World Cup
Slotozilla Introduces a Centralized Resource for World Cup Bonus Offers
Slotozilla has introduced a dedicated World Cup bonus hub within its casino bonuses section, collecting promotional offers tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in one place. The feature is published by Slotozilla, an online casino information platform that monitors and structures bonus-related content across different operators.
The launch arrives ahead of the tournament period, when activity around football-related promotions typically increases. Slotozilla has developed the new section in response to this seasonal demand, bringing together World Cup-linked bonuses in a structured format so users can follow updates and compare available promotions during the event.
A New Resource for World Cup Fans
With the 2026 FIFA approaching, Slotozilla has launched a dedicated page focused on World Cup casino bonuses, collecting tournament-related offers in one place. The section is part of Slotozilla’s casino bonuses area and reflects how interest in football-related promotions grows around major tournaments. The page brings together different offers from various operators and presents them in a clear, structured format.
It includes:
• A single list of tournament-related bonuses
• Regularly added new promotions
• Different types of offers, like free bets or spins
• Basic details such as conditions and validity
• A simple way to compare available deals
Why Major Sporting Events Drive Special Promotions
The FIFA World Cup is one of the most-watched sporting events in the world, bringing huge global attention to football at the same time. Because of this, it often becomes a key moment for promotional activity linked to sports and betting offers.
When matches are played almost every day, users often look for offers connected to teams, scores, and specific fixtures. These can include free bets for match predictions, free spins when goals are scored, or cashback linked to selected game days.
Some promotions are also tied to team progress. For example, a bonus may unlock if a national team reaches the next round. This makes World Cup offers more closely connected to the tournament schedule than regular casino bonuses.
How the World Cup Bonus Hub Works
Instead of checking multiple casino sites separately, users can browse a single page that gathers promotions connected to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. At the moment, the page includes a mix of free bets, sports bonuses, and football-themed promotions. Some examples include:
• Verde Casino: €15 free bet, 5x wagering requirement, valid for 10 days, maximum payout of €50, and no minimum deposit.
• Slotoro Casino: €10 free bet, 3x wagering requirement, valid for 10 days, maximum payout of €10, and no minimum deposit.
• Lizaro Casino: 150% sports bonus up to €300, valid for 30 days, with a minimum deposit of $30.
Each offer is shown with practical terms rather than just the headline bonus amount. Users can check the bonus type, wagering rules, validity period, payout cap, and deposit requirement where it applies. Since casinos may change or add promotions during the tournament, the list can also shift over time. This helps users review the conditions before deciding which offer deserves closer attention.
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