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Best Betting Sites: Finding the Best UK Bookmaker - January 2026

Sky Bet

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£30 IN FREE BETS - WHEN YOU PLACE ANY BET

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New customers only. First single & E/W bet only. Odds of 1/1 or greater. 3 X £10 bet tokens. Free bet stakes not included in returns. Free bets exclude virtuals. Free bets are non withdrawable. Free bets expire after 30 days. Eligibility restrictions and further T&Cs apply. 18+.

bet365

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Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365.

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18+. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Registration required.

BOYLE Sports

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Bet £10 Get £40 in free bets

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18+. New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. Min Deposit £10. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. Free bet applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. 30 days to qualify. Free bets expire in 7 days. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. Account & Payment method restrictions apply. 1 Free Bet offer per customer, household & IP Address only. 18+. T&Cs apply.

Betfred

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£50 IN FREE BETS, WHEN YOU BET £10

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18+. New customers only. Register, deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org

Unibet

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Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets

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18+. GambleAware.org . New GB customers only. Opt in. Deposit and Bet £10+ on sports at min odds of 2.0+ (1/1) for £30 in Free Bets within 7 days. Debit cards or instant bank transfers only. Free bets expire within 7 days of issue. Geographical restrictions and T&C’s apply.

Paddy Power

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£50 in Bet Builder Bets when you stake £10 on football

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New Customer offer. Place a min £10 bet on Football on odds of min 1.5 (1/2), get £50 in Free Bet Builders after the qualifying bet has been settled. Rewards valid for 90 days. Only deposits via cards & Apple Pay will qualify. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly. 18+. GambleAware.org

talkSPORT BET

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Get up to £40 in Football Free Bets

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18+ New customers only. Opt in and bet up to £40 (min. £20) via mobile or app on any football (odds 1/1+) within 7 days of registration. Get up to £40 in free bets on selected markets, which expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly

Midnite

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BET £10 GET £30

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18+ New customers only. Place a £10+ bet at min odds 1/1 (2.0) within 14 days of sign-up. Get £30 in Free Bets, valid for 7 days on selected bets only. Free stake not returned with winnings. T&Cs apply. Home

Tote

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Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets

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New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. Bet min of £10 at odds of 1/1 (2.0) or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £10 Win + £10 Place) within 7 days of registration. Receive £20 Tote Credit and £10 Free Sports Bet. Qualifying bet is the first racing pool or sports bet added to the bet slip. 7-day expiry. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org .

Betfair

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Bet £10 Get £50 free bets

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Place a min £10 bet on Sportsbook on odds of min EVS (2.0), get 5x £10 in Free Bet Builders, Accumulators or multiples to use on any sport. Rewards valid for 30 days. Only deposits via Pay by Bank, Apple Pay or Debit Card will qualify. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly.

Dabble

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Bet £10 Get £10

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New customers only. Bet £10+ to receive £10 in Free Bets. 7-day free bet expiry. Stake not returned. Promotional Terms Apply. 18+. GambleAware.org .

Ladbrokes

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£30 in Free Bets - When you bet £5 on Sports

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18+ New UK+ROI Customers only. Certain deposit methods & bet types excluded. Min first £5 bet within 14 days of account registration at min odds 1/2 to get 6 x £5 free bets (selected sportsbook markets only, valid 7 days, stake not returned). Restrictions + T&Cs apply.

BetMGM

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Bet £10 Get £40 in Free Bets

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New cust. Deposit £10+ in 7 days & bet on sports. Min odds apply. Reward = 4 x £10 Free Bets (2 x £10 Bet Builders & 2 x £10 Sports bet). Valid 7 days. Free bets not valid on e-sports & non UK/IE horse racing. 18+. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org

Coral

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Get £20 in Sports Bets + 50 Free Spins When You Bet £5

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18+. New Customers only. Certain deposit methods & bet type excl(min odds 1/2). Min first £5+ deposit and bet within 14 days of account reg & get 4x £5 free bets(selected sports market only) and 50 Free Spins(value pound0.10 selected games) Valid 7 days. Restrictions & T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org

10bet

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100% up to £50 Welcome Bonus

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New players. Choose bonus at signup. Wager bonus 10x. Deposit used 1st. Any withdrawals void bonus. Valid 30 days. Odds, bet & payment limits. T&Cs apply. 18+.

Mogobet

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Deposit & Bet £10 Get £30 Free Bet

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Opt-in Required. Min Deposit £10 with promo code: ROYAL required. Offer is valid from 17/06/2025 to 21/06/2025 23:59GMT. Minimum of £10 worth of qualifying bets to any horse racing event to get a £30 Free bet. Free bet must be used within 7 Days and bonus within 7 Days from receipt. Free bet is a one-time stake, minimum odds of 2, stake is not returned. 1X wagering the winnings. Wagering occurs from real balance first. Max conversion: £200. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms apply. GambleAware.org

SBK

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Bet £10, Get £40 in Free Bets

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New UK customers only. Minimum first deposit of £10. Place a £10 bet at minimum odds of 2.0 to receive £40 in Free Bets within 48 hours. Restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply. 18+. GambleAware.org.

BetVictor

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Get £30 in Free Bets for Premier League Join us & bet £10

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18+ New customers only. Opt in, bet £10  or more on any football market at minimum 1/1 odds within 7 days of registration. No cash out. Get £30 in Free Football Bets, selected markets. Free Bets expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly.

easyBet

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Bet £20 Get £20 in Free Bets

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New customers only. To qualify for free bets, the new user must place and settle £20 on easyBet markets. The user must bet on at least 2 different events to qualify. The user must place and settle bets at odds of 2.0 or more. An event is classed as two different sporting events. Bets can be placed on singles, multiples and Bet Builders.  The user must place and settle bets before the closing date of the promotion to qualify. Users making their first deposit by Skrill, Neteller or PaySafe card will not qualify for this promotion. T's and C's Apply. Gamble Aware. 18+

Parimatch

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Bet £10 Get £20

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18+, New customers only. Opt in, deposit & bet £10 on any sports (odds 2.00+) in 7 days. No cash out. Get 4x£5 sports free bets for set markets (odds 2.00+), which expire in 7 days. T&Cs Apply. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly

SpreadEx

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Bet £10 Get £60 in Free Bets

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Place a £10 fixed odds single or £10 each-way bet at minimum odds of 1/2 and get 3 x £10 free fixed odds bets, 3 x £5 Total Goals football spread bets and 3 x £5 Winning Favourites spread bets and a £1 racing Race Index spread bet. 18+. GambleAware.org

CopyBet

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Bet £20, Get £20 in Free Bets + up to 15% daily profit boost

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Full T&Cs apply. New UK customers only. The qualifying bet should be either a Single or Acca (2+ selections) bet, start at £20, have 1.9 or greater odds and must be settled within 7 days of opt-in. The Free bet include: 1 x £20 Free bet any Live or Pre-Match event. Max payout – £500. 7-day expiry. To unlock the offer, complete the first deposit via the banking app secured by Truelayer. Profit boost: One boost per day; claim required. 1 day to claim (by 23:59 UTC+3). Max stake £30. Single bets only. No Free Bets. Profit Boost valid for 24 hrs. Max payout £1,000. Credited within 24 hrs. 18+. GambleAware.com

BetUK

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Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets

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New cust only. Opt-in required. Deposit & place a bet within 7 days and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater to be credited with 3 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 football. Free Bets cannot be used on e-sports and non-UK/IE horse racing. 7 day expiry. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs Apply. GambleAware.org

Luckster

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Bet £10 Get a £10 Free Bet

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New customers only. Only residents of UK and IE. Max. FreeBet amount: £10. Offer valid only to customers making a first deposit of £10 or more. The “Welcome Free Bet” must be used at luckster.com within 14 days of being credited to your account. Customers who deposit using Neteller, Paysafe, PayPal, Skrill or Skril 1-Tap will not be eligible for any free bet offer. Free Bet Specific Terms and Conditions: One Free bet token will be awarded once you have made your first deposit and have bet £10 with min odds of 1/1 (2.00) or higher. This bet must be settled within 14 days of bet placement to qualify for the welcome free bet offer. Full TC's Apply. 18+. GambleAware.org

Virgin Bet

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Bet £10, Get £30 in Free Bets - Free Bet Builder Every Sunday on any match

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*New members only. £10+ bet on sports (ex. virtuals) at 1.5 min odds, settled within 14 days. Free Bets: accepted in 7 days, valid 7 days; £20 use on sportsbook, £10 on Bet Builder. Stake not returned. T&Cs + deposit exclusions apply. Bet Responsibly. GambleAware.org . 18+. Members only.Use Free Bet on any Bet Builder market for the selected football match by kick-off (EVS min odds). Free Bet: login & accept via pop-up, max 1/ Member. Free Bet varies from £1 - £20 per Member. Stakes not returned T&Cs apply. Full T&Cs Apply. Bet Responsibly. GambleAware.org . 18+.

QuinnBet

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50% back up to £25

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18+ New UK Customers Only. Bet £10+ on any sportsbook markets at odds of evens (2.00) or greater. No cash out. Get 50% back of your first day’s losses (from first bet settlement until 23:59) as a Free Bet up to £25, valid for 7 days. Min. 3 bets on different events required, with 2 bets being at least 50% of your largest stake. Place at least 1 bet of £10+ at odds 2.00+ to receive a £5 Free Bet even if your account is up or losses are under £5. T&Cs Apply. GambleAware.org

Betway

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Bet £10 Get £40 in Free Bets

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*New customers only. Place a min £10 bet at min odds of 2.0. £40 worth of Free Bet Tokens awarded on bet settlement. 4 x £10 each with betting restrictions. 7 day expiry. Debit Card deposits only (exclusions apply). 18+ GambleAware.org . Bet The Responsible Way. Full Terms apply

Mr. Play

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Bet £10 Get £15

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18+, Welcome Bonus: New Players only, 1st Deposit, Min Deposit: £10, max £15 bonus, valid for 14 days, bets must be placed at a min. odds of 1/1 (2.00) or greater and be settled within 14 days of placement. System bets no eligible.

Zetbet

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Bet £10 Get a £10 Free Bet

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18+, Welcome Bonus: New Players only, 1st Deposit, Min Deposit: £10, max £10 bonus, valid for 14 days, bets must be placed at odds of 1/1 or greater and be settled within 14 days of placement. System bets no eligible.

Matchbook

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Get £30 in Free Bets when you bet £20

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New Players Only. Sign Up with Bonus Code: NEW30. Bet and Settle 1x£10 Bet on Matchbook Exchange at odds of 2.0 or more. Bet and Settle 1x£10 Bet on a Bet Builder or Multiple at odds of 3.0 or more, with min 3 selections. Within 72 hours of Qualifying Bets settling user will receive 1x £10 Exchange Free Bet, 1x £10 Multiples Free Bet, and 1x £10 Bet Builder Free Bet. Users making their first deposit by Skrill, Neteller or PaySafe card will not qualify for this promotion. 18+ Only. T's and C's Apply. Gamble Aware.

NetBet

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Get £20 Free Bets When you Bet £10

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New players only. Bet £10 min. odds 1/1 (2.00) to get 4 x £5 Free Bets: 1 x £5 Football Bet Builder, 1 x £5 Football Acca, 1x £5 Horse Racing Acca & 1 x £5 Tennis In-Play. Valid 7 days. Exclusions and T&Cs apply. 18+. GambleAware.org

AK Bets

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Up to £100 Winnings Boost on your first Acca

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Applies to new UK/IRE customers who sign up with promo code AKACCA100. Place your first bet as a multiple (minimum 3 selections) and AK Bets will boost the profit gained on that initial bet by 25% in the form of a Free Bet up to a value of £100. 18+ | GambleAware.org

bwin

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£20 Backup bet if your first bet loses

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18+ | New UK players only | Min deposit req. £10 | Certain deposit methods excluded | Place 1 sport bet (3+ selections) | Excl Horse Racing | Min stake £10 | Max stake £20 | Min Odds 2/1 (3.0) | Max FreeBet £20 for football only | FreeBet valid for 7 days | FreeBet stake not returned | T&Cs apply

kwiff

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Bet £10 and Get £10 in Free Bets

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New UK customers. 18+ only. Min £10 dep. In 5 days of first deposit, place a £10+ bet at min 1.50. No Multis/EW. Credited in 48 hrs; valid 7 days. T&Cs apply. Ends 1/1/27. GambleAware.org

Jeffbet

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Bet £10 And Get £30 Free Bet

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New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £30, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network.. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms Apply 18+ #ad gambleaware Full T&Cs

NRG.bet

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Bet £20 and Get a £10 Free Bet

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New customers only. Sign up using promo code b20g10. Deposit and place a minimum £20 bet with minimum odds of evens (2.00) and receive a £10 free bet upon bet settlement. Free bet expires after 7 days. 18+. GambleAware.org . Full T&Cs apply.

Blue Fox Casino

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Deposit & Bet £10 Get £30 Free Bet

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Opt-in Required. Min Deposit £10 with promo code: ROYAL required. Offer is valid from 17/06/2025 to 21/06/2025 23:59GMT. Minimum of £10 worth of qualifying bets to any horse racing event to get a £30 Free bet. Free bet must be used within 7 Days and bonus within 7 Days from receipt. Free bet is a one-time stake, minimum odds of 2, stake is not returned. 1X wagering the winnings. Wagering occurs from real balance first. Max conversion: £200. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms Apply. 18+. GambleAware.org

Highbet

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Bet £10 Get £20 Free Bet

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18+. New verified customers. UK residents. Customers must first opt-in to this promotion before making the qualifying bet within 7 days of registration. Min. stake amount: £10 with real money with you first ever bet within 7 days of your registration. Free bets must be claimed within the promotion section of the website. Free bets are non-withdrawable. Free bet amount: £20 (1x£20). Min. odds: 3/2 (2.5). Maximum withdrawable winnings from free bet per player: £100. Period to activate: 7 days after the qualifying bet is placed. Full TC's Apply. GambleAware.org

7bet

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BET £10 & GET £10

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1st deposit only. Min deposit £10. Max bonus £10. Min odds 1/1 (2.0). Max winnings £100. 5-days bonus expiry. User Agreement and Bonus T&Cs apply.

PricedUp

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Bet £40 Get £20

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18+. New customers only. Place a minimum £40 bet on any selection with minimum odds of Evens (2.00) and receive 4x£5 Free Bets. Free bets expire after 24 hours. GambleAware.org . T&Cs & Maximum Pay-Outs Apply. #ad

ThePools

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Bet £10 Get £20

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18+, UK only. Deposit and place a £10 cash bet at single or accumulated odds of 1/2 (1.5) or greater and we will give you £20 in free bets. Free bets credited as 4 x £5 bets. 1x Football, 1x Racing, 1x Tennis & 1x Any Sport. Cashed out, Void or 'Draw No Bet' wagers do not qualify for this promotion. Available to customers who register from an Affiliate link only. Available once per customer. Free bets will be credited upon bet settlement and will expire 7 days after being claimed. Full T&Cs apply.

Planet Sport Bet

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Bet £20 Get £10 in Free Bets

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Applies to new UK/IE customers who sign up via approved partner sites with promo code bet20get10. Place a minimum £20 cash bet at odds of Evens (2.0) or greater and receive a £10 Free Bet 18+. GambleAware.org . Full T&Cs apply.

Betrino

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Bet £25 Get £50 Free Bet

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New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £50, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms apply. 18+. GambleAware.org

Monster Sports

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Deposit & Bet £20 Get £40 Free Bets

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New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £40, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms Apply. 18+. | _GambleAware.org | #Ad

TheOnlineCasino

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Bet £20 and Get £40 Free Bet

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New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £40, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms apply.

All British Casino

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Get a £10 Free Bet When you Bet £10

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Pub Casino

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Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 + 50% ACCA Boost on all Football Games

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QuickBet

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Bet £10, Get £10 Free Bet

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Casino Kings

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Bet £10 and Get £40 Free Bet

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Free bet up to £30 on 1st Losing ACCA

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Bet £10 Get £10 ACCA

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Top 10 Best Betting Sites Ranked - January 2026

We’ve gone through and chosen the 10 best bookmakers to use when betting on football online in the UK, with a shortened list found below, whilst more comprehensive analysis can be found underneath:

  • 🔝 Betfred - Excellent existing customer offers
  • 🎖️ bet365 - state-of-the-art in-play markets and odds
  • 🏆 BOYLE Sports - Generous Premier League odds boosts
  • 💪 Unibet - Strong horse racing offers
  • 🎯 Sky Bet - Unique customer offers
  • 💎 BetVictor - Easy-to-use interface
  • ✅ 10bet - Huge range of multi-sport offers
  • ⚽️ William Hill - Fantastic football boosts and offers
  • 💥 Paddy Power - Free-to-play games
  • 👑 Parimatch - Wide selection of sign-up offers

1. Betfred

Betfred is one of the biggest names in UK sports gambling and one of the most famous apps in the industry.

Offering competitive odds on a long list of popular competitions, including the English Premier League, Spanish La Liga, Italian Serie A, UEFA Champions League, FIFA World Cup, and more. If there’s public opinion on the result, you can be sure Betfred will offer odds and accept bets.

With over 200 pre-match football betting markets, you will not be left short. But Betfred customers can also wager in-play. When a game begins, the pre-match markets become in-play, making a bet just as exciting in the final seconds as it was before kick-off. You can give it a try today.

Bet on the next live match from your favourite league or create an accumulator using your mobile device or laptop. Betfred is a major attraction with football bettors across the UK, something made even greater by the £50 in free bets on offer via the Betfred welcome offer.

Best Betting Sites - Betfred
Pros ✅Cons ❌
Competitive oddsLive streaming isn’t available for every match
Unique bonuses 

2. bet365

If you’re searching for a giant of the online sports and football gambling arena, look no further than British-based bet365.

An online-only bookmaker, bet365 serves millions of active customers across the United Kingdom each week and boasts a healthy following of international users. Players come for the welcome bonus free bet but stay for the excellent odds, wide range of markets, football coverage, live betting, interesting coupons, and more.

The bet365 marketing team serves up a stunning offer for new players, but there’s also a list of recurring deals aimed at driving repeat business. Visit the offers page before placing your bets, and you’ll find free bets, £30 of which can be claimed via the bet365 sign-up offer, enhanced odds, cashback, profit boost, extra places each way, and other attractions.

You can join bet365 as a new player today and register using your desktop computer or mobile. Customers can even access a free HD-quality live stream.

Best Betting Sites - bet365
Pros ✅Cons ❌
Ongoing bonuses and free betsLimited payment options 
Great live streaming services 

3. BOYLE Sports

BOYLE Sports loves football, and it shows in the bookmaker’s online coverage. Customers can gamble on all the top leagues, teams, and markets, including first scorer in virtually all competitions, as well as get £40 in free bet with the BOYLE Sports new customer offer.

Finding your bets is quick and easy, thanks to a user-friendly interface, including a responsive app. Navigate to football and then your chosen league and fixture. Click the odds attached to your pick to add it to the bet slip, add a stake, and confirm.

BOYLE Sports covers all the most popular markets, including both teams to score, match-winner, totals, handicaps, scorer, and others. But they also create many special markets that are unique to BOYLE Sports, opening brand new opportunities for punters.

All deposits are instant, allowing you to add funds and gamble without delay. That’s ideal for those betting on the go or in a rush to secure the best odds.

Boylesports interface
Pros ✅Cons ❌
User-friendly website and appOverage odds in smaller leagues
Cash out at the touch of a button 

4. Unibet

Unibet has a strong presence in football, partnering with many important clubs, including Rangers, Middlesbrough, Leeds United, Copenhagen, Nice, Aston Villa, and Valencia. It’s, therefore, no surprise to learn they are a front-runner on football betting.

Unibet customers can wager on over 100 pre-match and live betting markets on any game from any competitive and respected league. Wager on a single match from the Scottish Premiership or build an multi-league accumulator and shoot for a big win off small stakes.

Visit any betting odds comparison app and you’ll see Unibet are often market value or joint best price on the teams and wagers you love most. That includes competitive odds in games from the Premier League and Champions League.

Join Unibet today, make your first deposit, and wager to release their £40 welcome bonus. You can then gamble at home using the website or on the move with the modern Unibet mobile app that’s available to download to Android and iOS devices.

Best Betting Sites - Unibet
Pros ✅Cons ❌
Generous promos for existing customersDelays with verification
Excellent odds on the top leagues 

5. Sky Bet

If you love football, you’ll love playing with Sky Bet. Whether you’re using the effortless app or the easy-to-follow website, you can gamble on your favourite teams and markets in seconds.

Punters can claim the generous Sky Bet sign up offer welcome bonus that’s designed to drive new players in such a competitive market. But there are also several stunning recurring bonuses open to everyone with an account. These include acca freeze, profit boosts and even free-to-play games.

The Sky Bet live stream doesn’t cover every game played across football, but it does boast impressive coverage from across Europe. Watch the match from home or on the go with your mobile. You can bet, collect bonuses, cash out, check scores, and withdraw winnings using the app.

The Sky Bet trading team like to help their business stand out by creating price boosts on player and team specials, featuring anything from an Erling Haaland to get a shot on target or Liverpool to win. Visit the Sky Bet app now to get involved.

Sky Bet interface
Pros ✅Cons ❌
Price boosts for existing playersLimited payment methods
Acca Freeze football promotion 

6. BetVictor

BetVictor is an established bookmaker offering a wealth of markets on games from the English Premier League. Visit the website and app now to gamble on for Arsenal, Man City, Tottenham, and more.

BetVictor customers enjoy access to more interesting betting markets than is available at much of the competition. The bookmaker is on a mission to make Premier League gambling as fun and unique as possible.

In addition to its Premier League coverage, Bet Victor also offers betting on Europe’s top competitions and the standouts from the international football scene.

BetVictor is the perfect place for any football betting looking to gamble on the best teams and players, with new users able to claim £30 in free bets with the BetVictor sign up offer.

Best Betting Sites - BetVictor
Pros ✅Cons ❌
Great selection of couponsFew markets on lower league football
Personalised bet boosts 

7. 10bet

If you enjoy watching football and gambling on popular markets at excellent odds, you’ll love the 10bet app. Log in, and you can browse in-play games or select a league and browse upcoming matches after claiming the 10bet welcome offer.

In addition to match-winner betting and over 100 markets attached to each game, 10bet also allows customers to predict the outright winner of a division or the top goalscorer. Give yourself a season-long interest by betting on the Premier League winner or the World Cup champion. Bet when, where, and on what leagues you like.

It’s easy to build midweek and weekend accumulators at 10bet. Just click the odds of every team you wish to bet on to add to your slip, enter the stake into the bet slip, check the total cost of the bet, and confirm.

10bet Interface
Pros ✅Cons ❌
Competitive odds on major competitionsLimited live streaming
User-friendly mobile app 

8. William Hill

William Hill refuses to be drawn into the war that rages across the online gambling industry as the leading names offer ever more generous free bets.

Instead of giving free bets and promos such as the William Hill sign up offer, they offer generous odds on every bet you place and believe their customers know the value of winning a little more, rather than aiming high with huge deals and restrictive terms and conditions.

Another major attraction of the William Hill site is the available football coupons. William Hill created many of the coupons we know and love today, including the option for both teams to score. Stick to your favourite coupon, like the match-winner, or try something new.

William Hill interface
Pros ✅Cons ❌
Impressive base odds Fewer promos than the competition
Wide range of coupons

 

9. Paddy Power

Paddy Power is a prominent name with bettors in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The Dublin-based sportbook’s reach is now extending across the globe.

If you don’t already have an account registered with Paddy Power, now is the perfect time. You can join in less than two minutes using your laptop or smartphone. Complete the registration form, deposit funds and gamble to claim the Paddy Power sign up offer.

The Paddy Power platform has many valuable features to ensure you enjoy every game. You can bet in-play with a single tap. Most of the pre-match markets remain available to gamble on. Follow the play, search for the trends, and bet live to get the best odds.

If your pick performs well, you can also cash out your bet in seconds. When a pick is cashed out at Paddy Power, funds due are added to your player account in seconds.

Paddy Power interface
Pros ✅Cons ❌
Generous welcome bonusMinimally lower prices 
Ongoing promotions 

10. Parimatch

Parimatch uses competitive odds, honest promotions, and a user-friendly site to ensure fast and enjoyable football betting.

The app and site deserve credit for their speed and accuracy. Football betting is all about getting your stake down at the right time to get the best odds. Parmatch’s love for the latest technology allows customers to achieve that.

Active members can claim the Parimatch welcome offer when they sign up, but the recurring deals are most impressive. Browse the site, and you’ll often find free bets, enhanced odds, and cashback.

From fast deposits, competitive odds, instant cash outs, pre and live-betting, and unique markets, you’ll love betting on football at Parimatch.

Parimatch interface
Pros ✅Cons ❌
Strong in-play betting options Limited live streaming
Competitive odds on major markets 

Rest of the UK’s Best Betting Sites

Coral

Pros

Cons

Daily promotions on football and sports

Not every league features on the live stream

Offers expert picks and predictions

 

Coral is a famous face and a real success story of UK gambling. The bookmaker boasts millions of active users, with many signing up for the welcome bonus and staying for the Premier League betting markets.

Customers enjoy daily promotions on football, including price boosts on popular players in the first scorer market or money back deals on the underdog. Visit the promotions tab on the Coral website or app for a list of what’s available today.

In addition to the promos, Coral also delivers competitive odds on the teams you love most. Check any betting odds comparison site today, and you’ll see Coral hold their own with the other big names in the industry.

Virgin Bet

Pros

Cons

Offers betting on top-tier leagues

No loyalty programme

Cash out your football accumulators

 

Virgin Bet isn’t as old as some of the other sportsbooks mentioned on this page, but it has a strong football presence, offering betting on the top leagues and games.

You can gamble on everything from the English Premier League and the Champions League to the Scottish Championship and Non League. Bet on your favourite team or build an accumulator across several divisions.

The range of markets available at Virgin Bet impressed us. They offer all the favourites, including match winner and scorelines, but there are also corners, player bets, times, handicaps, and more. Virgin Bet make every game interesting.

Ladbrokes

Pros

Cons

Bet on thousands of games every day

New players must verify their details

Enjoy price boosts on your favourite teams

 

In the world of football betting, they don’t come much bigger than Ladbrokes. This name has been around since before internet gambling hit the United Kingdom, and it’s here to stay.

You can bet on just about any game from any competition from the footballing world. The user-friendly app makes it easy to find your bet, and you can wager on a single in seconds or build an accumulator without fuss.

Ladbrokes has a long history of catering to customers and ensuring they come back for more. Join today and secure a generous welcome bonus free bet.

Betfair

Pros

Cons

Bet on the sportsbook or exchange

Complicated homepage

Enjoy great odds on the Premier League

 

If you’re looking for better odds than you’ll find at the competition or more unique markets, the Betfair app will help.

You can gamble against the “house” by playing on the sportsbook tab or wager against other sports fans in the exchange betting option. There’s every football bet you can think of, and more, all ready to play.

The homepage can feel a little complicated or overbearing at first, but it won’t take long to get up to speed. Betfair is the modern way to gamble on football.

Betway

Pros

Cons

Great bet builder provisions 

Limited live streaming

Enjoy recurring deals and bonuses

 

Betway caters to both avid and casual football bettors. You can gamble on the favourite in tonight’s live match or study the stats, find the value, and bet on a special.

Most football bets placed on the Betway website and mobile site are pre-match. But Betway does offer a comprehensive list of in-play betting markets, including the next scorer, the next team to score, total goals, handicaps, and other markets.

Betway customers can bet pre-match or in-play and follow the action live on an HD-quality live stream. Not every fixture from every major competition is broadcast, but there’s enough to keep you busy and betting.

LiveScore Bet

Pros

Cons

Integrated live scores and betting

Minimal special and unique markets 

Football promotions and odds boosts

 

If you’re tired of placing bets on one app and switching to another to check scores, LiveScore Bet has you covered.

Create an account at LiveScore bet, and you’ll qualify for the welcome bonus free bet. You can then bet on a long list of markets from all the top leagues and competitions. Bet at home using your laptop or on the move with your mobile.

The LiveScore Bet site doesn’t have quite as many unique markets as some other famous sportsbooks, but there’s more than enough to give you an interest in every game. Wager on the match-winner, both teams to score, first scorer, and more.

SpreadEx

Pros

Cons

Spread betting or fixed odds wagering 

Spread betting can be initially complicated 

Excellent market range 

 

If you’ve ever wanted to try spread betting on football, SpreadEx is an ideal place to learn the ropes. The website and mobile site are user-friendly, fast, and simple.

You can gamble on the countless spread betting markets or switch to fixed-odds betting. An integrated online wallet means you can bet on both platforms using the same funds. It’s fast, simple, and secure.

SpreadEx can be a little complicated for the inexperienced bettor, and there’s no live streaming of football, but understanding spread betting proves easy to learn and a useful tool in the ongoing battle against the bookmakers.

BetUK

Pros

Cons

In-depth football markets

No loyalty programme

Competitive odds on big games

 

BetUK is an online sportsbook that has built its success off football. The bookmaker offers generous odds on the top teams from England and across Europe.

Compare the odds available at BetUK with the offers at other major firms, and you’ll see that this firm loves giving its members more. Those small margins soon add up and could prove the difference between profit and loss at the end of the season.

When betting with BetUK, you’ll land a bonus when you register, deposit funds, and gamble on football. With a BetUK account, an exciting football bet is always possible.

kwiff

Pros

Cons

Premier League betting specials

Limited payment options

Welcome bonus and recurring deals

 

kwiff invested heavily in its football betting and its Premier League coverage. You’ll notice their branding around many teams, publications, and football promotions.

The kwiff sportsbook attaches a list of Premier League specials to games broadcast live on television and the best live-streaming apps. These include player and goals specials. Gamble using your laptop or mobile.

kwiff doesn’t have quite as many payment options as some of its competition, but it has enough to ensure you can bet on football without delay. Deposit funds and withdraw winners using your debit card or favourite e-wallet account.

Tote

Pros

Cons

Trusted bookmaker

Horse racing focused 

Valuable prices and odds 

 

Another super power of the online gambling game, Tote is one of the front-runners in the betting industry. You can join today to find out what all the fuss is about.

Benefit from years of experience in sports betting by enjoying the Tote platform. You’ll receive a welcome bonus when you sign up and automatically qualify for recurring deals on domestic and global football.

When betting on the Premier League using the Tote website, you can target a larger profit or test the many unique betting markets available.

Luckster

Pros

Cons

Excellent online site

Limited competitive pricing 

Handy live betting section

 

The Luckster site is responsive, easy-to-navigate, and secure, using the latest online security measures to protect your transactions.

A busy live betting section offers updated odds on the most popular markets and real-time stats. You can bet, check results, and read expert predictions all in one place.

Join Luckster as a new customer using your desktop computer, and you’ll land a welcome bonus. You can then wager on a long list of leagues, teams, and markets.

Best New Online Bookmakers Analysed

Betano

Betano customers benefit from a wide range of football betting options. You can gamble on all the top leagues across the continent, including the EFL, Bundesliga and Serie A. Members can also play on everything from Non-League to the Scottish League Cup.

The bookmaker offers an excellent in-play betting experience. If you missed kick-off or spotted a trend and wish to wager on a game that’s already started, Betano’s live football betting list allows you to get involved at the touch of a button.

Betano gives customers a reliable live stream, covering the best competitions and the most exciting games.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
Huge range of sports coveredLimited in-play markets
Unique Lucky Dip Offer 

TalkSPORT BET

TalkSPORT is one of the biggest names in sports, and TalkSPORT BET allows you to gamble on over 100 markets in every major fixture.

Although not as big or well-established a name as some of the others featured on this page, TalkSPORT BET aims to grab your attention and attract new customers by offering generous odds on games and markets.

When betting at TalkSPORT, you’ll notice regular football promotions, including price boosts and cash back.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Strong range of markets Limited offer selection
 Easy-to-use site 

BetMGM

BetMGM arrived in the UK market eager to make a splash. They have managed this by offering great odds, excellent promotions, and a user-friendly platform. We’re delighted to see that BetMGM excel on each point.

You can join BetMGM by creating an account, depositing funds, and placing a bet on football. When your first wager results, the welcome bonus funds will appear in your balance.

Creating a football accumulator is easy at BetMGM, and you’ll automatically qualify for acca promos, both insurance and the boost. Click the odds of each team you wish to include in your acca, input the desired stake, and check and confirm.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Generous welcome offer Clunky interface
 Great existing customer offers Limited live streaming options

CopyBet

What’s unique about CopyBet? There’s lots to like, especially the copy betting system that allows you to follow the picks of successful bettors, sports fans and even their own experts.

You’re free to find your favourite bettor and follow their lead or study the stats, browse the markets, and find the value yourself. It’s all available at the touch of a button.

CopyBet offers strong odds on popular teams, and there are also occasional price boosts on players to score first and other specials.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Unique 'Copy' feature Unhelpful site layout
 Excellent Tipsters section 

BzeeBet

BzeeBet goes big on its football coverage, offering all active members fantastic odds on games from the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, Serie A, and other attractions.

Pick the winner of a live game before kick-off or bet in-play, reacting to any trends or obvious mistakes in the odds. It’s all available on your laptop and mobile device.

The user-friendly site allows you to quickly and accurately create football accumulators, combining match winner, player shots and fouls, correct scores, and many other markets.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Massive range of sports markets Offers could be stronger
 Strong range of odds boosts 

Dragon Bet

Join Dragon Bet, and you’ll qualify for the welcome bonus free bet. Your share is just a few clicks away using your laptop, from the landmark Welsh bookmaker.

Bettors come to Dragon Bet for the bonus but stay for the generous odds and impressive football betting coverage available every day. Members can bet on everything from a Premier League first scorer to a Champions League both teams to score.

Deposits to your Dragon Bet account are instant, allowing you to add funds and wager before the odds change. Winnings are also paid swiftly and securely.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Excellent player prop markets Limited number of sports covered
 Odds boosts for all major games 

Bwin

Bwin is one of the biggest-name bookmakers featured on this page, and they are accepting new customers in your region today.

Bwin prides itself on giving customers more appealing odds on their football bets from the top leagues than is available at the competition. As a result, Bwin attracts a mix of value hunters and seasoned gamblers.

Ready to claim the Bwin welcome bonus offered to new players before collecting those excellent odds at Bwin?

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Good live streaming options Confusing site layout
 Enhanced odds galore 

Mogobet

Mogobet is an online sportsbook gambling platform that’s fast enough to keep pace with modern football.

Get eye-catching odds on every game from the Premier League, with dozens of markets available in fixtures broadcast live on television.

Mogobet likes to place the emphasis on speed when offering football betting. You can deposit funds, pick teams, and place bets in seconds with all of this translating perfectly to their live betting offerings.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Unique quick bet featureSite layout not very user friendly
Great range of existing customer offers 

Midnite

Midnight allows members to gamble on the Premier League, Champions League, World Cup, and other popular events using a desktop computer or mobile device.

Not the biggest name in the sports betting industry, Midnite focuses on offering customers a reliable online gambling experience at competitive odds, both pre-match and in-play.

Gamble on dozens of markets or bide your time and make predictions after a match has begun, taking advantage of the live betting markets.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Great range of offers Slightly limited football markets
 Helpful sportsbook design 

Jeffbet

Jeffbet has everything you need to enjoy the next exciting round of football fixtures from across the United Kingdom and overseas.

Gamble on every match from the top leagues or hunt for value in the lesser-followed divisions. The team at Jeffbet ensures there’s always a game to bet on somewhere in Planet Football.

Creating an account at Jeffbet takes just a few minutes if you have all the required information available. You can then secure the welcome bonus and gamble on football.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Huge market range No live streaming offered
Generous football market selection 

NRG.Bet

NRG.Bet provides customers with solid odds on matches from the Premier League and European football’s other top competitions.

You can wager on the winner of a match or choose from an extensive list of specials. Try your luck on both teams to score, or shoot for a winner in the total goals. There’s also handicap betting, scorer, corners, and others.

Winnings are paid directly to your NRG.Bet player account balance. You can then withdraw your funds or place more bets.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Strong range of boosts Limited sports covered
 Excellent range of match stats 

Blue Fox Casino

Blue Fox is primarily known for offering modern and secure online casino gambling to lovers of slots and table games. But they also have a strong football betting presence.

When registering as a new customer with Blue Fox, you’ll gain access to both the sports and casino sections, allowing you to wager from a shared wallet.

Wager on the winner of the next Premier League clash broadcast live on TNT Sports or create a midweek accumulator from the Europa Conference League. It’s all available on the website and mobile site.

Pros ✅Cons ❌
 Wide variety of offers Clunky sportsbook design
 Strong football market selection 

With decades of experience in the sports and gambling fields under my belt, I love sharing my knowledge and passion with readers, helping them find the best deals available to football bettors.

I began my sports gambling adventure in 2006 when taking a job on the call centre floor of major bookmaker Coral in their London head office. My love for sports and commitment to the job helped me gain a promotion to the marketing department and then onto the web content team, producing work for the customer-facing website and app.

I now work freelance for a number of major online bookmakers and ambitious affiliates. You’ll find my previews, reviews, promotional content, and predictions at world-famous sites, including TalkSPORT, Betfred, Racing Post, Betfair, and more. I’m also delighted to provide content to Goal’s army of knowledgeable fans.

With a background as a professional boxer and a career spent working closely with the sports gambling industry, I’m well-placed to help you beat the bookies only sharing information I believe is useful to the bettor.

Whether it’s writing picks on an upcoming Premier League game or explaining how best to use the latest football betting market, you’ll find my work accurate, honest and useful.

Best UK Bookmaker for Football Betting

Millions of pounds worth of football bets are placed and paid out at bet365 every week. The company is renowned as one of the most important online bookmakers in the world, and much of that success is built off a brilliant football betting base.

You can gamble pre-match or in-play on fixtures from the biggest attractions in club and international football. Bet on the best teams, like Man City, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, PSG, Inter Milan, and more. Wager on the most famous players, including Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham.

I’m a big fan of the coverage enjoyed when betting on football at bet365. You can wager on over 200 pre-match markets, with most of the original options available throughout the 90 minutes. Bet on the match-winner, player props, half-time/full-time, and many, many more.

Placing a bet on football is easy at bet365. Log in to your betting account, deposit funds, and click on football>league>fixture. Click the odds attached to your pick to add to your bet slip, input a stake, check the potential winnings, and confirm. Your bet is now live.

You’ll see a cash-out amount added to your bet. In the first instance, it will be equal in value to your stake but will rise and fall depending on how well your selection performs. If you choose to cash out your bet, funds are instantly added to your account balance.

All new players qualify for a welcome bonus when they join bet365. There’s also a list of recurring deals, including price boosts, enhanced odds, cashback, extra places each way, and risk-free bets.

The bet365 app is a powerful tool for sports bettors. You can watch games, check odds, collect promos, withdraw winnings, and bet in-play on your Android or iOS device, with theirs easily being one of the best betting apps around.

Best Betting Sites Summary

Category 

Bookmaker 

Best Welcome Offer 

Sky Bet

Best Existing Customer Offers 

Betfred

Best Football Odds 

William Hill

Best Live Streaming 

bet365

As you can see from this page, a lot goes into making the best bookmaker, much more than handing out generous odds and an eye-catching welcome bonus. Those are important, but to be the best, a bookmaker must have all the best features, including cash-out and bet in-play. There should be a user-friendly app and a modern website.

We’re a big fan of the welcome bonus available at Sky Bet. It requires a small deposit and a qualifying bet to release, making it one of the most affordable deals of its type. Join today, wager on sports, and land a free bet.

Betfred is known as the Bonus King, and it’s therefore no surprise to see that they impressed our team with bonuses for existing customers. Gamble at Betfred and get price boosts, cashback, free bets, and more.

William Hill is a bookmaker that avoids the urge to offer big bonuses and free bets. Instead, they offer generous odds on every bet available on the website and mobile app. William Hill knows that offering consistently good value keeps players coming back for more.

If you want to watch the game you’ve bet on but will be out of the house during the match, you can follow on an HD-quality live stream at bet365. It’s as good as you’d find at any major broadcaster, with in-play betting, promotions, and live stats.

Best Betting Site for this Week's Sport - Betfred

Betfred is a well-established name in the UK betting scene, and its online sportsbook reflects decades of experience. From the moment you access the site or app, it’s clear that the platform is designed for both casual bettors and more experienced punters. 

One of the standout features is its range of promotions and offers. New customers can usually access generous welcome bonuses, often in the form of free bets after placing a qualifying stake. 

Beyond that, ongoing promotions for existing users include accumulator boosts, refund offers, and enhanced odds, which add extra value to regular betting activity and make key sporting events even more exciting.

The odds on Betfred are competitive, particularly on popular markets such as football and horse racing. While margins can vary across different sports, the platform generally provides attractive returns, and its pricing is especially strong on domestic events. 

Bettors interested in less mainstream sports may find slightly lower depth in odds, but for core UK and international competitions, the value is solid. 

The site offers a wide variety of markets, from standard match results and totals to more detailed options like goal scorers, handicaps, and special event markets. This depth allows users to tailor their bets according to strategy or personal interest.

Betfred covers a broad spectrum of sports, including football, horse racing, tennis, cricket, rugby, basketball, and motorsports, among others. Horse racing and greyhound racing are particular strengths, reflecting the company’s long-standing connection to the racing scene. 

While some niche sports are less extensively covered, the main markets for UK bettors are consistently well-represented. 

The in-play section is responsive and comprehensive, allowing users to place live bets quickly as events unfold. Odds update in real time, and the inclusion of live streaming on select events, particularly horse racing and greyhounds, enhances the betting experience by allowing users to watch and wager simultaneously.

The site layout is clean and functional, with a traditional bookmaker design that makes navigation straightforward. Sports menus are clearly listed, promotions are easy to spot, and odds are prominently displayed. 

The mobile app mirrors this simplicity while providing a responsive and smooth experience, though occasional lag can occur during high-traffic periods. Features such as bet builders, cash-out options, and quick deposits are integrated effectively, giving users flexibility in how they manage their bets. 

Overall, Betfred delivers a reliable, well-rounded betting platform with competitive odds, a broad range of markets, and engaging live betting options, making it a strong choice for both newcomers and seasoned bettors.

UK's Best Betting Sites Compared - Midnite vs LiveScore Bet

Midnite and LiveScore Bet are both modern betting platforms, but they are built with slightly different audiences in mind, which shows in their odds, markets, features and overall layout. 

Midnite has developed a strong reputation for competitive odds, particularly in esports and select football markets. Its pricing often compares well against larger bookmakers in areas like match result, totals and player-focused markets, especially for esports titles where Midnite is a specialist. 

LiveScore Bet’s odds are generally solid and consistent across mainstream sports, though they are more in line with traditional bookmakers and are not always market-leading.

In terms of sports and markets, LiveScore Bet offers broader overall coverage. Football is the main focus, supported by horse racing, tennis, cricket, basketball, MMA, motorsports and more, with deep market lists for major leagues and competitions. 

Midnite also covers popular sports such as football, tennis and cricket, but its standout strength is esports. Games like CS2, Valorant and League of Legends feature extensive pre-match and in-play markets that go far beyond what LiveScore Bet provides. 

For bettors interested in esports betting, Midnite offers a noticeably richer experience.

Welcome offers are similar in headline structure, usually centred around a £10 qualifying bet followed by free bets, but LiveScore Bet often splits rewards into standard free bets and bet builder tokens, encouraging use of its bet builder feature. 

Midnite’s offers tend to be more straightforward, with fewer restrictions on how free bets can be used, although both sites apply minimum odds, expiry periods and standard exclusions.

The in-play sections highlight another difference. LiveScore Bet benefits from strong live betting integration, with fast updates, a wide range of in-play markets and detailed match stats. Live trackers and data are a core part of the experience, making it easy to follow games without leaving the betting screen. 

Midnite’s in-play offering is smooth and responsive, particularly for esports, but its in-play coverage for traditional sports is slightly narrower by comparison.

Live streaming options are more established on LiveScore Bet, with selected sporting events available to watch directly on the site alongside live markets. 

Midnite’s live streaming availability is more limited, with greater emphasis placed on live data and esports visuals rather than traditional sports streams.

Visually, Midnite uses a sleek, dark-themed layout that feels modern and gaming-inspired, prioritising simplicity and mobile usability. 

LiveScore Bet’s design is cleaner and more traditional, closely aligned with its live scores heritage, and suits bettors who value stats, structure and familiar navigation. 

Overall, Midnite excels in niche markets and esports-focused betting, while LiveScore Bet stands out for comprehensive sports coverage, in-play depth and integrated live features.

This Week's Biggest Sporting Action

The Champions League group stage has now finished, and all focus shifts to the Europa League league phase, which concludes this evening.

Eighteen Europa League fixtures are on tonight, with Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest both involved as they take on RB Salzburg and Ferencvaros, respectively.

Elsewhere, some of the standout ties see Betis host Feyenoord, Porto welcome Rangers, Celtic take on FC Utrecht, and FCSB go head to head with Fenerbahce in compelling clashes.

Friday evening brings domestic football back into the spotlight, with the EFL offering Bristol City vs Derby, while across Europe Lazio face Genoa in Serie A and Espanyol meet Alaves in La Liga.

The Premier League returns on Saturday with five fixtures scheduled across the afternoon and evening. The 3PM kick-offs include Leeds hosting Arsenal, Wolves welcoming Bournemouth, and Brighton taking on Everton at the Amex.

Later in the afternoon Chelsea take on West Ham, before the day’s late fixture sees Liverpool host Newcastle in a match with major table implications.

Saturday also delivers plenty of EFL action, with early Championship fixtures seeing Leicester host Charlton, Stoke face Southampton, and Wrexham travel to Hillsborough to play Sheffield Wednesday.

The 3PM Championship matches feature several key contests, including Ipswich hosting Preston, Middlesbrough facing an in-form Norwich, and Portsmouth battling West Brom in a vital relegation six-pointer.

League One’s early games include Bradford vs Doncaster, Wimbledon vs Bolton, and Northampton vs Reading, before nine more fixtures take place later in the afternoon.

Among the standout matches are Stockport hosting Plymouth, Cardiff traveling north to face Burton, and Luton welcoming Blackpool to Kenilworth Road.

League Two offers ten matches at 3PM, with the most eye-catching fixtures seeing Chesterfield host Walsall, Swindon take on Barrow, and league leaders Bromley face Gillingham.

Sunday features four fixtures, three of which kick off at 2PM: Villa host Brentford, United welcome Fulham, and Forest take on Palace at the City Ground, with the late game seeing Spurs host Man City in north London.

Across Europe, there is plenty of action, with Spain’s biggest fixtures seeing Real Madrid host Rayo Vallecano and Athletic Club clash with Real Sociedad in the Basque derby.

Serie A also delivers important title-race matches, with Bologna hosting AC Milan, Inter taking on struggling Cremonese, and Juventus traveling south to face Parma.

The weekend’s fixtures offer something for every fan, from European nights and title races to relegation battles and crucial league games.

UK Bookmakers Licensing and Regulations

Bookmakers are always committed to their player's safety, keeping their personal information and payment details 100% safe and secure at all times.

All UK bookmakers are required to be licensed by the UK Gambling Commission. This ensures they adhere to all UK consumer protection laws, including data protection and privacy.

Most take this one step further by employing companies to help encrypt and secure all their players' information, utilising software and firewalls to keep data protected.

Bookmakers are focused on keeping their players safe more than ever now, thus any and all customers can rest easy knowing all of their specifics and payment details are secure.

Responsible Gambling

When gambling, it’s essential that bettors remain on top and in control, with there being a number of ways in order to help do this going forward.

The majority of UK bookmakers have user-focused safety features that players can make use of, including timeouts, deposit limits and self-exclusion.

All of these are geared towards helping their customers get the best out of their experience with them and put a stop to any potential problem gambling.

Creating a bankroll and tracking your wins and losses can prove an extremely valuable method of helping them to stay on top of your expenditures and know when it may be time to take a step back.

Not chasing losses is also another key rule to keep in-mind, as this helps players know that not every bet can win, thus it’s unwise to keep betting should a loser streak occur.

A number of different responsible gambling organisations are available by which players can seek help, with a list of these being found below:

  • GamCare
  • BeGambleAware
  • GamStop
  • Therapy for Gambling Addiction
  • Gamblers Anonymous
  • National Gambling Treatment Service
  • National Problem Gambling Clinic
  • National Debtline

Best Betting Sites: Top Bookmakers FAQs

What is the best betting site?

We recommend betting with any sportsbook featured on this page for a premium gambling experience. Create an account, gamble, and qualify for the welcome bonus.

Which betting site is the most reliable?

Our team of gambling experts is confident that any of the betting apps mentioned in this article will cater to your needs. They all passed our strict tests.

Where can I get a free bet?

The betting apps featured throughout this article offer all new players a welcome bonus free bet when they create an account, deposit funds, and wager on sports.

Which football betting markets are the best?

The match-winner betting market is the most reliable way to make a consistent profit from sports betting. But you’ll find bigger odds in the correct score and first scorer markets.

How do I cash out my bet?

Log in to your betting account and click on your bet slip to view your live wagers. You’ll see a cash-out value offered. If you’d like to accept the offer, you must click and confirm. Your bet is settled, and the funds due are paid to your balance.

Can I bet after a match has started?

Yes, in-play or live betting is increasingly popular with football and sports bettors. Visit the live betting list and click the odds attached to your pick to add to your bet slip. Input a stake, check, and confirm.