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The World Cup Could Be the Biggest Sports Gambling Event Ever

The World Cup Could Be the Biggest Sports Gambling Event Ever
NYT Business Friday 12 June 2026, 13:46 UTC By Joe Drape 1 min read
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At a time of sluggish growth, betting sites like FanDuel and DraftKings are counting on the global soccer tournament to boost online sports gambling.

At a time of sluggish growth, betting sites like FanDuel and DraftKings are counting on the global soccer tournament to boost online sports gambling.
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