LeoVegas Sport

LeoVegas Sport

Est. 2012 · Stockholm, Sweden · MGM Resorts International

72.3 / 100 Overall Score

Ranked #5 of 10 reviewed sportsbooks

Availability & Licensing

Country Availability

CountryAvailableLicensed
United Kingdom Yes Verified
Canada No Not verified
Australia No Not verified
Ireland Yes Not verified
New Zealand No Not verified

Licences

JurisdictionAuthorityReference
United Kingdom UK Gambling Commission 000-039426-R-319332-013

Overview

LeoVegas Sport is the fifth-ranked operator in this dataset with an overall score of 72.3. Founded in Stockholm in 2012 as a mobile-first gaming brand, LeoVegas was acquired by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) in 2022. UKGC licensed with independently verified status, it is available in the UK and Ireland only. LeoVegas's primary product heritage is in mobile casino; the sports betting product operates under the LeoVegas Sport brand. MGM Resorts International's NYSE listing provides mandatory financial disclosure. The highest single-category score for LeoVegas is its app quality (80), reflecting its mobile-first origins — the third-highest app score in the dataset after Bet365 (85) and DraftKings (82).

Who Is LeoVegas Sport Best For?

LeoVegas Sport is best suited to UK and Irish bettors who prioritise a premium mobile experience and want a clean, well-capitalised UKGC-licensed operator. The app score of 80 is the third-highest in the dataset, reflecting its founding mission as a mobile-first platform. The trust score of 73 is built on UKGC licensing and MGM Resorts' NYSE-listed parent accountability. The sports betting product is complete but not market-leading — sports coverage (73) is the third-lowest score in the dataset. LeoVegas does not offer live streaming, which limits the sports product depth compared to Bet365, William Hill, Betway, and Unibet. Cash-out and live betting are confirmed. For bettors who want casino-quality mobile polish on a sports product, LeoVegas Sport is a compelling option. For bettors focused purely on sports market depth or live streaming, Bet365 or William Hill are stronger alternatives within the UK market.

Strengths

  • UKGC licensed with MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) as parent
  • Mobile-first platform — app quality is among the best in the UK market
  • Cash-out and live betting available across major sports
  • Fast withdrawal processing, particularly via PayPal

Limitations

  • Sports betting is a secondary product — depth and breadth trail dedicated sportsbooks
  • No live streaming
  • Available in the UK and Ireland only — not present in Canada, Australia, or New Zealand
  • No Skrill or cryptocurrency support

Verdict: A credible UKGC-licensed choice for UK and Irish bettors who value a premium mobile experience and clean platform from a well-capitalised operator. The sports product is competent rather than market-leading, but LeoVegas's mobile quality and MGM backing provide a trustworthy foundation for recreational bettors.

Licensing and Trust

LeoVegas Sport's trust score of 73 is built on an independently verified UKGC licence, MGM Resorts International as a NYSE-listed parent company, and standard UKGC responsible gambling compliance. The licensing sub-score of 24/35 reflects verified UKGC licensing and an MGA international licence, though the MGA licence number is not independently verified with a direct sourceUrl in our current record. MGM Resorts International's NYSE listing provides mandatory SEC financial disclosure and quarterly reporting — above the transparency level of private operators in this dataset. A transparency sub-score of 12/15 reflects MGM Resorts' mandatory investor reporting as a NYSE-listed company. LeoVegas Sport is a younger operator (founded 2012) reflected in a longevity sub-score of 10/15 — shorter track record than the established operators in this dataset. GamStop registration and UKGC Customer Interaction obligations apply.

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Score Breakdown

CategoryScoreWeight
Trust7335%
Bonus Clarity6620%
Sports Coverage7320%
Payment7315%
App8010%

Trust Score Components

ComponentScoreMax
Licensing2435
Longevity1015
Transparency1215
Responsible Gambling810
Security810
Reputation710
Terms Clarity45

Score Interpretation

LeoVegas Sport's overall score of 72.3 places it fifth. The scoring profile is distinctive: strong app (80) and adequate across other categories, with the sports coverage score (73) constrained by the absence of live streaming. The gap between LeoVegas (72.3) and Betway above it (74.3) is primarily attributable to sports coverage (73 vs. 78) and payment (73 vs. 75). The gap below LeoVegas to Pinnacle (70.8) is smaller: Pinnacle scores higher on sports coverage (80) and bonus clarity (85) but lower on trust (63) and app (60). For UK and Irish bettors choosing specifically on mobile quality and licensing credentials, LeoVegas's fifth-place ranking reflects that it delivers strongly on those two dimensions while the sports product remains functional without being the deepest available.

Features

Live Betting Yes
Live Streaming No
Cash Out Yes
iOS App Yes
Android App Yes
Fast Withdrawals Yes
Crypto Support No

Platform and Mobile Experience

LeoVegas Sport's app score of 80 is the third-highest in the dataset, behind Bet365 (85) and DraftKings (82). As a mobile-first operator founded in 2012 with a core casino product that developed its reputation entirely on mobile quality, LeoVegas brings premium app engineering to its sports product. iOS and Android apps are polished, fast, and well-reviewed. Cash-out and live betting are integrated in-app. Live streaming is not available — this is the one material gap in the in-app sports experience compared to Bet365 and Betway. Push notifications and biometric login are available. For bettors choosing primarily on mobile experience quality, LeoVegas's app credentials are the strongest available for a UK-only bettor after Bet365.

Supported Sports

Sports Coverage

LeoVegas Sport's sports coverage score of 73 reflects full coverage across all six tracked sports with live betting and cash-out, but no live streaming. The absence of live streaming is the most significant product gap relative to the operators ranked above it. Football, horse racing, and tennis receive standard market provision. LeoVegas does not lead any individual sport category; its value proposition is primarily mobile quality and licensing credentials rather than sports product depth. The sport pages on this site rank all operators within each discipline for direct comparison.

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Payment Methods

Payment Methods

LeoVegas Sport accepts four payment methods: Visa debit, Mastercard debit, PayPal, and bank transfer. Skrill is not available. Fast withdrawals are confirmed in our dataset at LeoVegas. PayPal combined with LeoVegas's fast processing typically achieves same-day end-to-end withdrawals for verified accounts. The payment score of 73 reflects the four-method range without Skrill. For bettors where Skrill is the priority, Betway or Unibet provide it alongside comparable UKGC licensing in the same UK and Irish markets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is LeoVegas Sport a casino or a sportsbook?

LeoVegas Group is primarily known as a mobile casino brand. LeoVegas Sport is its dedicated sports betting product, available as part of the overall LeoVegas platform. The sportsbook operates under the same UKGC licence as the casino product. Bettors who want only sports can use LeoVegas Sport as a standalone product; the full LeoVegas platform also includes casino and live casino offerings.

Does LeoVegas Sport offer live streaming?

No. Live streaming is not available at LeoVegas Sport. For live streaming availability, Bet365, William Hill, Betway, and Unibet all provide it within the UK market alongside comparable UKGC licensing.

Who acquired LeoVegas?

MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) completed the acquisition of LeoVegas in 2022. MGM is one of the largest casino resort operators in the United States. LeoVegas continues to operate its brands, including LeoVegas Sport, as a separate subsidiary under the MGM Resorts umbrella.

How is the trust score calculated?

The trust score combines seven components: licensing (max 35 points), longevity (15), transparency (15), responsible gambling (10), security (10), reputation (10), and terms clarity (5). Only independently verified data is used — unverified licences or self-reported claims without a source URL are excluded. The weighting reflects the relative importance of each factor to long-term operator reliability.

What are the five score component weightings?

The overall score is calculated as: Trust 35%, Bonus Clarity 20%, Sports Coverage 20%, Payment 15%, App 10%. Trust carries the highest weighting because it captures factors most directly related to operator reliability. Bonus Clarity and Sports Coverage share the second tier. Payment and App quality are meaningful but secondary to the trust-weighted factors in the overall assessment.

Does this sportsbook accept customers from my country?

The availability table near the top of this page lists every country in our dataset and whether this operator is available and locally licensed in that market. Availability can change following regulatory decisions or commercial choices. Always verify directly with the operator and the relevant regulatory authority before registering, particularly if your country is listed as available under international licensing only.

Last reviewed: 2026-06-08 by Editorial Team. Sources: [1] [2]