Daily fantasy sports (DFS) has long been big business across the pond, but it’s yet to gain similar popularity in Europe. This could all be set to change however, with more DFS operators launching on these shores and those already here signing some impressive partnerships with football clubs and notable sporting brands.

Eilers Research CEO Todd Eilers estimated last year “that daily games will generate around $2.6 billion in entry fees this year and grow 41% annually, reaching $14.4 billion in 2020.” This is down to its huge popularity in the US and the success of the likes of DraftKings and FanDuel, though the current legal battles could hit both these companies and numerous other operators stateside hard.

DraftKings recently launched in the UK with Jimmy Bullard as brand ambassador. FanDuel is going the same route and is in the process of obtaining a UK gambling licence. They join a range of DFS operators in the UK such as FanFeud, Mondogoal, FantasyBet, Oulala and more. Premier League clubs Leicester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Watford, Spurs, Chelsea, West Ham and West Brom all now have an official fantasy sports partner.

The growing number of opportunities will be discussed on the fantasy sports panel at Betting on Football, which takes place at the Emirates, home of Arsenal FC, on April 21st. Central figures from the industry will tackle the following topic: ‘Fantasy Stars – Will Euro 2016 herald the dawn of DFS in Europe?’