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Three Lions settle in America’s emerging gambling capital for World Cup

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  • Host state home to $2bn in annual gaming revenue

  • Legal sports betting launched in Missouri in December 2025, with operators including bet365, FanDuel and BetMGMnow active in the state.

  • Missouri sportsbooks handled more than $543 million in wagers during their first month following launch.

 

England’s World Cup home for at least the group stage is Kansas City, Missouri – a city famous for elite sport, barbecue, jazz and now one of America’s fastest-growing gambling industries.

Thomas Tuchel’s side are staying at the Inn at Meadowbrook and training at the Swope Soccer Village and leading online betting community OLBG has done a deep-dive into the city that will play host to the Three Lions stars for their World Cup campaign.

Gambling growth in Kansas

While not necessarily carrying the same global profile of New York, Miami or Los Angeles, Kansas City has become one of the biggest sports and entertainment hubs in the US and a particularly attractive destination for casino enthusiasts.

Missouri currently operates 13 fully licensed casinos across the state with the industry generating close to $2 billion annually in gaming revenue.

Legal sports-betting was only launched back in December 2025 but demand exploded almost instantly with reports that Missouri sportsbooks handled more than $543 million in wagers during their first month after launch.

There are several brands familiar to UK bettors that are now licensed or operating in Missouri following the launch of legal sports betting.

Missouri’s newly regulated sports betting market features some familiar brands to England fans with several major UK-facing operators now licensed in the state. bet365, FanDuel (owned by Flutter) BetMGM and Caesars Sportsbook are all part of the state’s sportsbook rollout.

The soccer capital of America

Kansas City will offer up a different flavour of World Cup experience for England fans compared to Qatar and Russia.

The City has invested hundreds of millions of dollars into football infrastructure over the past 15 years and has become one of FIFA’s most important US host cities.

Arrowhead stadium, home to the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs will host six World Cup matches including a quarter-final. The stadium is regarded as one of the loudest stadiums in world sport for atmosphere and will host over 70,000 fans for World Cup fixtures.

Along with Patrick Mahomes’ Chiefs, the city is home to MLS side Sporting Kansas City, NWSL club KC Current and MLB franchise Kansas City Royals.

OLBG’s top five experiences for visitors

  1. Bally’s Kansas City – A two-level riverboat casino with 900 slots and a 45,000 sq ft casino

  2. Arrowhead Stadium Experience – The home of the Kansas City Chiefs one of America’s most iconic sporting venues

  3. Kansas City Barbecue – Embrace the barbecue culture with iconic restaurants including Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que, Gates Bar-B-Q and Q39

  4. Jazz District – Visit the historic 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District, home to the American Jazz Museum and legendary live music venue The Blue Room.

  5. National WWI Museum and Memorial – The Liberty Memorial area will also host Kansas City’s official FIFA Fan Festival during the tournament.

With elite sporting infrastructure, billion-dollar casinos and one of America’s fastest-growing betting markets, England’s World Cup base could become one of the tournament’s biggest off-pitch attractions.

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bet365 partners with MGA Games on Mina de Oro Golden Edition for Spain

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The operator launches a branded version of the classic slot title for its Spanish customers.

bet365 has partnered with MGA Games to launch Mina de Oro Golden Edition bet365 for customers in Spain.

The companies said the release is a reimagined version of Mina de Oro, positioned as an update to one of MGA Games’ long-running titles for the Spanish market.

Luke Rushton, Gaming Product Content Manager at bet365, said: “MGA Games has established an outstanding reputation for innovation and quality, and we are delighted to partner with them on this exciting title.

“Reimagining such a celebrated classic is both a privilege and a significant responsibility, and we are confident customers will greatly enjoy this new experience.”

Javier Lanfranchi, Commercial Director at MGA Games, said: “Mina de Oro Golden Edition bet365 represents the celebration of 10 years of successful collaboration between MGA Games and bet365: a decade built on trust, innovation and a shared commitment to delivering top-level gaming experiences.”

Aleix Giacomelli, Account Manager at MGA Games, said: “Launching such a special edition alongside bet365 is much more than presenting a new game. We believe players are going to greatly enjoy this new version of Mina de Oro.”

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Groove lands Brazil iGaming licence as it pushes LATAM expansion

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Groove said it has been granted a licence to operate in Brazil, expanding its regulated footprint in Latin America and adding to its existing infrastructure in Argentina.

The company positions the Brazil approval as a route for operator and supplier partners to enter the market via a single integration, with localisation features including local payment processing and marketing tools. The release did not specify the issuing regulator, licence type, or an effective date.

Rachel Tourgeman, Head of Partnerships at Groove, said: “The green light in Brazil is more than a license; it’s a key that unlocks a kingdom of opportunity for our partners. We’ve built a platform capable of not just entering, but driving in regulated markets.” She added: “Operators can now immediately tap into Brazil’s immense potential, while providers gain a trusted pipeline to a passionate new player base. This is a definitive moment that accelerates the entire LATAM iGaming ecosystem.”

Yahale Meltzer, Co-Founder and CEO of Groove, said: “Our vision has always been to build the bridges that connect great content with passionate players, wherever they are. Securing our Brazilian license and reinforcing our Argentine operations is a testament to our team’s relentless execution and our long-term commitment to LATAM.” He added: “We are not just following trends; we are actively architecting the future of iGaming in the region, providing a secure, scalable, and sophisticated platform for our partners to grow with us. The door to Latin America is now open, and Groove is the key.”

Groove also said its platform offers access to “over 20,000 games” from “over 150 games partners” and noted it has launched a new web domain at www.groovetech.com.

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GAMOMAT wins Best Diverse Place to Work at WIG Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2026

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GAMOMAT has won Best Diverse Place to Work at the WIG Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2026, the company said on Monday 15th June, 2026. The award was presented at an event held last Friday at London’s Savoy Hotel.

According to the company, the Best Diverse Place to Work category recognises organisations “whose values support a diverse, motivated, and effective workforce.”

Dr Alex Krone, Managing Director at GAMOMAT, said: “GAMOMAT securing the Best Diverse Place to Work award against such a strong field is a proud recognition of the culture the company continues to build across the business. The award further reinforces our belief that creating an inclusive, supportive, and people-first environment drives stronger teams, stronger collaboration, and long-term success across the industry.”

GAMOMAT also received an individual award, with Lead Game Composer Iris Wallner named Employee of the Year. The company said the accolade recognises employees who demonstrate service orientation, innovation, open communication and team support, and noted Wallner’s work on “the award-nominated soundtrack for Dead Legion.”

Iris Wallner, Lead Game Composer at GAMOMAT, said: “Being named Employee of the Year is amazing and means a great deal to me. At GAMOMAT, creativity and collaboration go hand in hand, and I’m fortunate to work alongside talented people who constantly inspire and support one another. Bringing game worlds to life through music is something I’m deeply passionate about, so to receive this recognition for doing what I love is truly rewarding.”

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