China Sports Lottery Records RMB 83.3bn in World Cup Betting Sales

China’s state-run Sports Lottery generated approximately RMB 83.3bn ($11.6bn) in single-match football wagering during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The six-week reporting period spans from the tournament opener on June 11 to the day before the final on July 19.

Weekly Sales Breakdown

Opening week transactions reached RMB 6.87bn, marking a 97 percent increase compared to the preceding period. Subsequent weeks showed steady growth, with totals climbing to RMB 15.15bn, RMB 16.27bn, RMB 17.20bn and RMB 16.84bn. Wagering volumes remained above the RMB 15bn threshold for four consecutive weeks before declining to RMB 10.98bn in the final reporting week.

Scope of Reported Data

The published figures apply exclusively to single-match betting products and do not reflect overall Sports Lottery turnover. The six-week window concludes prior to the championship match between Argentina and Spain, meaning total tournament wagering across all lottery categories exceeds the reported amount. Official lottery records provide the underlying transaction data.