Welcome to legal sports betting, Missouri.
Key Takeaways
Missouri sports betting went live at 12:01 a.m. on Monday.
New customers can receive promotions and bonuses at sign-up.
Eight online operators launched, including FanDuel and DraftKings.
A years-long push that involved multiple professional sports teams, millions of dollars spent by sportsbooks lobbying to get into the Show-Me State, a ballot initiative, and a 13-month wait has led to this day.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementOnline and retail sportsbooks are officially open for wagering on Monday at 12:01 a.m. CT, making Missouri the 39th U.S. state to operate sports betting.
It’s been a bumpy ride to get here, but that shouldn’t be the case any longer. The eight sportsbooks launching Missouri sports betting are well-situated and well-equipped for a smooth debut for Show-Me State residents.
Whether or not you already have an account with a sports betting operator launching in Missouri, there’s still much to know about the Show-Me State’s big day. Here’s a look at what to expect on Monday.
Which sportsbooks will launch on Monday?
FanDuel and DraftKings are expected to make up the vast majority of the market share in Missouri, as they do in other legal sports betting jurisdictions. Other big sports betting brands, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook, bet365, and Fanatics Sportsbook, are also operating in the Show-Me State.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementESPN BET just transitioned to theScore Bet. Circa Sports – which caters to sharp bettors and offers lower juice, higher limits – surprisingly received one of the untethered licenses, meaning it doesn’t have to share revenue with a partner.
Underdog was supposed to enter the market but announced that it wasn’t launching a traditional sportsbook in Missouri. The operator, known for its daily fantasy sports, said it wanted to focus on prediction markets.
Bonuses: how do they work, and what’s out there?
Online sports betting operators like to offer new customers terrific bonuses when you create an account that allow bettors to navigate the sportsbook, try out various markets, and have fun with little buy-in cost. Pre-registration promotions were available for new customers. Here's what Missouri sports betting apps are offering now:
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBetMGM customers can get up to $1,500 paid back on their first bet if it does not win. Claim your BetMGM bonus now!
FanDuel's offer is bet $5, get $300 in bonus bets. Claim your FanDuel bonus now!
Fanatics is offering new users numerous options at sign-up, including a bet $30, get $300 in FanCash promotion. Claim your Fanatics bonus now!
Caesars customers can bet $5 and get $150.
The sportsbook is also running a Party Like a Caesar Super Bowl promotion giving fans a chance at a trip to Las Vegas for Super Bowl weekend. Claim your Caesars promo now!
Check Covers for a full list of Missouri sports betting promo codes.
Why did it take so long to launch?
Missouri voters passed the sports betting initiative in November 2024, and state officials had hoped to go live in June 2025, but the extensive licensing process took several months longer than originally planned.
Show-Me State residents missed out on the World Series and two-thirds of the NFL season, but there are still regular-season games and the College Football Playoff coming soon.
What if I already have an account with an operator in another state?
You won’t have to sign up for a new account. If you’ve used FanDuel in, say, Illinois or Kansas, you’ll simply log in normally, and all of your wallet and account settings will be the same in Missouri as they would be in another state.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThis also means you won’t be eligible for sportsbook bonuses.
What if I’m a new customer to a sportsbook?
If you’ve never signed up with any mobile operator, you must be 21 years old and have a valid Social Security number to create an account. Pre-registration began Nov. 17, so if you signed up then, your account is active, and betting options will be available on Monday.
Can I bet in person?
Yes, eight land-based casinos in Missouri have partnerships with sports betting operators and up to 13 retail locations, including sports venues, are licensed. Not all may be already operating immediately on Dec. 1, but retail sportsbooks will offer window and kiosk betting.
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The Missouri betting catalog will be very similar to other jurisdictions. The NFL, which is king in the sports betting industry, is still in Week 13. The New York Giants face the New England Patriots on Monday Night Football. The first Kansas City Chiefs game that in-state bettors can jump on is a Week 14 Sunday primetime showdown with the Houston Texans.
Imagn Images. Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce reacts after a pass reception against the Houston Texans during the fourth quarter of a 2025 AFC divisional round game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images.The NHL’s St. Louis Blues are the first team in the Show-Me State to play a game that bettors can wager on when they take on the Anaheim Ducks on Monday night. There are plenty of other NHL and NBA games, as well as futures markets available on MLB and more.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAre there responsible gaming tools?
Yes, regulators require each sportsbook to post responsible gaming features on its website and app, including voluntary exclusion options. Customers can limit how much they bet and deposit, and many operators make other responsible gaming resources available to customers.
How will legal sports betting benefit Missouri?
Sports betting is projected to generate over $4 billion in wagers. Operators are expected to produce more than $500 million in revenue, which will lead to more than $50 million in tax revenue for the Show-Me State.
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