Taiwan Sports Lottery Sales Top $4 Billion as World Cup Knockout Stage Begins

Taiwan's sports lottery has seen significant engagement during the 2026 World Cup, with sales surpassing NT$4 billion by the end of the group stage. As the tournament progresses into the 32-team knockout phase, organizers anticipate even higher sales due to the increased intensity of the matches.

Regarding the "2026 World Cup Winner" market, France remains the dominant favorite, holding steady at odds of 3.10 after a perfect three-win record in Group I. Argentina, the defending champions, have also impressed with three consecutive victories in Group J, narrowing their odds from 6.25 to 3.50, placing them second. England and Spain, both group leaders with two wins and one draw, have seen their odds slightly increase to 5.35, sharing the third spot.

Taiwan Sports Lottery has opened single-game and in-play betting for all knockout stage matches. To cater to new bettors, a "World Cup Quick Bet" section has been introduced on their website. This feature allows users to select matches and generate betting slips with a single click at physical betting stations, streamlining the betting process. Additionally, a promotional event, "Bet on Sports Lottery, Crazy Football, Win a Luxury Car Home," is ongoing for eligible participants throughout the World Cup.