Key Moments:
- DATA.BET reported a 168% rise in turnover from its virtual football content between Q1 2025 and Q1 2026
- Meanwhile, virtual content accounted for 39% of total virtual sports turnover and generated 45% of profits during the period
- In addition, the company recorded strong growth in active users, GGR, events per quarter, and total bets placed
Robust Year-over-Year Statistics
DATA.BET, a leading sportsbook solutions provider, recently shared new figures showing strong year-over-year growth in its in-house virtual football product. Between Q1 2025 and Q1 2026, turnover from the supplier’s virtual content climbed 168%. At the same time, the segment contributed 39% of total virtual sports turnover and generated 45% of overall virtual sports profits.
Continuous Engagement and Automated Operations
DATA.BET developed the virtual football offering entirely in-house. Moreover, the platform runs around the clock without depending on real-world football schedules. Automated bot-vs-bot matches power the experience, which allows operators to deliver uninterrupted events without relying on human players.
As a result, operators can maintain stronger engagement during slower sports periods. The automated structure also reduces operational pressure while keeping data feeds stable and consistent. In addition, the audience closely mirrors traditional live football bettors, helping operators retain users when fewer live fixtures take place.
Growth Metrics at a Glance
| Metric | Year-over-Year Change (Q1 2025 – Q1 2026) |
|---|---|
| Active Users | +299% |
| Clients GGR | +129% |
| Events per Quarter | +246% |
| Bets Placed | +218% |
Technology and Product Flexibility
The company built its virtual football solution on proprietary algorithms. Consequently, the product delivers more consistent margins and operates with lower fraud exposure. Furthermore, near-zero latency In-Stream Betting overlays support instant market updates and tighter broadcast synchronization.
“Over the past year, our bot-vs-bot virtual content has delivered consistent, measurable results across every operator deployment. Building e-Football in-house gives us the flexibility to configure it to what each operator actually needs – whether that is a specific league structure, a particular mix of bot and player content, or a branded competition format,” said Rostyslav Likhtin, head of product at DATA.BET.
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Daniel Williams
