FanDuel joins DFS battle across the pond with launch of UK platform

FanDuel is finally open for business in the UK.

After scoring big in the North American market, the Edinburgh-based daily fantasy sports operator is expanding its presence across the pond with the launch of its first ever product in the UK.

The one-day fantasy football product on web and mobile was debuted last Tuesday, just in time for the start of the new football season. The UK platform will initially be focused on the English Premiere League, which kicks off August 13, according to the company.

Using sports data firm Opta’s stats, the new product will include contests that last either one day or one weekend, and players will be able to select a total of 11 players—defenders, midfielders, and forwards. Choosing captains, as well as substitutions and flexible formations are not allowed.