World Cup goals spree by star players proves costly for gambling companies

The FIFA World Cup is a major event for the sports betting industry, with many fans placing wagers on the outcomes of matches and performances of individual players. Gambling companies like DraftKings offer a range of betting options, including goals scored by specific players, which can be particularly popular among fans of top teams and strikers. The financial impact of a goals spree by star players can be significant for these companies, as they must pay out to winning bettors.

World Cup goals spree by star players proves costly for gambling companies

Performance of top strikers and victories for popular teams have cost DraftKings as much as $50mn