The Kansas City Chiefs sq. off in opposition to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in Super Bowl LIX and whereas most viewers shall be discussing the motion the sector (and the commercials) Americans could have extra motion on the result than ever.
The American Gaming Association (AGA) estimates U.S. gamblers will legally wager a record $1.39 billion on the sport, highlighting the continued growth and recognition of sports activities betting throughout the nation.
“No single event unites sports fans like the Super Bowl, and that excitement extends to sports betting, with this year’s record legal handle reflecting its widespread appeal,” AGA President and CEO Bill Miller stated. “This figure underscores the positive impact of the legal market – from protecting consumers to generating tax revenue that benefits communities across the country – while enhancing the game experience for all.”
Americans Express Support For Legalized Betting
Support for authorized sports activities betting throughout the nation continues to develop. The trade group’s 2024 American Attitudes Survey discovered that 75% of Americans assist authorized wagering of their dwelling state, and 90% view sports activities betting as a suitable type of leisure.
Since the Supreme Court struck down a digital ban on sports activities betting outdoors of Nevada in 2018, 38 states and Washington D.C. have launched authorized markets.
These numbers complemented numbers launched this week by geolocation and on-line gaming safety agency GeoComply. During the 2024-25 NFL season, energetic sports activities betting accounts surged 20.2% in comparison with final season.
“Legal sports betting continues to grow at an unprecedented pace, and this year’s NFL season has been no exception,” the corporate reported. “The expansion of regulated betting markets is bringing more fans into the legal ecosystem. This year’s NFL season sets the stage for record-breaking Super Bowl engagement.”
The firm plans to launch statistics for this 12 months’s Super Bowl betting after the sport is over.
Several different states are at the moment contemplating sports activities betting legalization together with Hawaii and Mississippi, and even the traditionally anti-gambling state of Texas, which lately obtained a jolt of assist for sports activities betting laws from Gov. Greg Abbott.
Connecticut has additionally seen a number of payments filed to set new requirements for the state’s sports activities betting trade.
