BGaming Becomes the Only Provider with Two Titles in Global Top 10 Football-Themed Games

BGaming has become the only provider to place two titles in the global top 10 football-themed casino games by brand reach, according to a new joint report by Blask and BGaming examining the performance and distribution of football-themed content during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Penalty Duel with Júlio César ranked seventh and was available across 262 brands, while Lucky Pack 2026 Cup placed tenth, reaching 212 brands.

The titles represent two different game formats. Penalty Duel with Júlio César is an instant-win game developed in collaboration with former Brazil goalkeeper Júlio César, while Lucky Pack 2026 Cup is a traditional slot.

Following its exclusive launch on Betano, Penalty Duel with Júlio César entered the top five of the operator’s main casino lobby and climbed from 135th to seventh place in its category. According to BGaming data, the title’s GGR increased by 163% during the tournament, while its bet count rose by 150%.

Penalty Duel with Júlio César helped us attract the attention of leading Brazilian operators, while Lucky Pack 2026 Cup allowed us to reach a different audience through a classic slot format. Having both titles in the global top 10 confirms the potential of using different mechanics in sports-themed content.

The global top 10 included five slots, three instant-win games, one crash title and one live casino game, highlighting the diversity of formats competing for player attention around major football events.

said Julia Alekseeva, CPO at BGaming