Belgian Gaming Commission urges betting safeguards ahead of 2026 World Cup
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgium's Gaming Commission urged responsible betting ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing nearly 500,000 active accounts on licensed betting websites. The Commission said sports betting accounts for 86% of betting gross gaming revenue, with three-quarters of that tied to football, and identified 25 licensed sports betting websites. It also highlighted EPIS, which blocks access to gambling across Belgium.
The Commission’s World Cup warning highlights player protection and EPIS safeguards amid substantial licensed betting activity tied to football.