FDJ, bet365 and Betclic feature in French gambling market developments for 2025
An interview with Lebonparisportif.com’s Baptiste Chevalier reviewed French gambling-sector developments in 2025, including FDJ’s acquisition of Kindred, bet365’s planned 2026 entry into online sports betting and Betclic’s announced merger with Tipico. Chevalier said FDJ’s acquisition had made little difference to bettors or affiliates, while market consolidation could reduce player choice.
The developments point to changing competition and ownership among operators in France’s regulated gambling market.