BGC forecasts £800m in illegal betting on English football this season
By The Weekly Edge desk ·
Summary
The Betting and Gaming Council forecasts up to £800m in illegal betting on English football’s top division this season, reported by iGaming Today on 25 August 2026. It projects £1bn for the 2027/28 season. The report says the BGC has not disclosed the methodology behind either estimate.
Why it matters
The forecasts underpin the BGC’s opposition to higher betting taxes and its calls for stronger action against unlicensed operators.