Missouri Sports Betting Apps — Legal Updates for 2025 Online Sportsbooks

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Missouri Sports Betting Apps Expected for 2025

Missouri sports bettors can expect to see operators of the biggest sportsbook apps flock to their state in search of their business. The amendment passed by voters allows each professional sports franchise and all Missouri casinos to be eligible for one retail sports betting license and one online sports betting license each.

That means as many as 14 online sports betting sites (and 19 retail sportsbooks) could be available in Missouri. That’s a lot of MO betting sites to choose from.

As for what sports betting apps are legal in Missouri, time will tell, but here’s what I expect to be available at launch, and how they’re faring in other states:

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Previewing the Best Sportsbook Apps for Missouri Bettors

Here is my expert breakdown of the best sports betting apps that are anticipated to be part of the Missouri launch.

DraftKings Missouri

There was little doubt that DraftKings would be entering the Missouri market, and as it has been granted one of the state’s untethered licenses, we now know for sure that it will be.

New customers will be welcomed with a DraftKings mobile sports betting app that is aesthetically pleasing, while also being incredibly easy to navigate. Deep betting markets in your favorite sports will greet you at DraftKings, as will competitive odds and a generous DraftKings promo code offer.

DraftKings Sportsbook App Pros:

• Familiarity: If you’ve been using the DraftKings DFS app, you will feel very comfortable when diving into the sportsbook app. The color schemes are similar, and you can even link your accounts (but deposits will not go into a shared wallet, only winnings).
• Market availability: DraftKings offers a deep selection of props and alternate line markets, especially for the biggest events in the US. If you’re looking for a betting market on a Chiefs game, DraftKings is very likely going to have it.
• Localized content for Missouri sports: It won’t be hard to find local Missouri teams to bet on, as DraftKings will put them in a prominent placement on your app. You’re also going to find specials and pre-made parlays for Chiefs, Blues, Cardinals and Royals games.

DraftKings Sportsbook App Cons:

• Limited rewards program: DraftKings Crowns is a fine loyalty program, but it lags well behind some of its competitors like BetMGM, Caesars and Fanatics.

Read more at our full DraftKings Sportsbook review.

FanDuel Missouri

The nation’s most popular online sportsbook is certain to dive right into the Missouri online sports betting market.

FanDuel was an innovator when it came to same-game parlays, and while other online sportsbooks have come a long way, FanDuel Missouri will likely be your home for the best SGPs. FanDuel also provides game odds earlier than most online sports betting apps, and you can expect a bountiful FanDuel promo code at launch.

FanDuel Sportsbook App Pros:

• Ease of use: FanDuel’s layout is very easy to navigate, and the expandable menus for each market allow you to either browse bets or quickly scroll to what you’re looking for. Claiming a daily promo? FanDuel makes sure you don’t miss it in your bet slip.
• DFS familiarity: Like DraftKings, FanDuel is already available in DFS form in Missouri, so new users on the sportsbook will be very familiar with the brand.
• Early odds: FanDuel is often one of the first sports betting apps to put up odds, specifically when it comes to the NFL and college football.

FanDuel Sportsbook App Cons:

• No rewards program: DraftKings has a weaker rewards program, but FanDuel doesn’t have one at all. Consistent promos will keep you coming back, but the country’s most popular sportsbook seems to be doing fine without a loyalty program, so I wouldn’t expect one anytime soon.

Check out our FanDuel app review for more details.

BetMGM Missouri

No state launch feels complete without the King of Sportsbooks, which is why I fully expect BetMGM Missouri to be live when MO online sports betting goes live.

BetMGM features a clean, responsive app that Missouri bettors will enjoy, and they’ll get a chance to join the MGM Rewards program, which is perhaps the best in the industry. The BetMGM bonus code is also consistently among the best online sports betting promos.

BetMGM Sportsbook App Pros:

• MGM Rewards program: When you sign up for a new BetMGM Sportsbook account in Missouri, you’ll be automatically enrolled in one of the premier loyalty programs in the US. Bets you make on the app will earn you points that can eventually lead to bonus bets and other perks.
• Strong bonus offers: The BetMGM promo code is normally one of the most lucrative in the industry, but there are also daily boosts with high betting limits (often up to $50).
• Solid parlay builder: BetMGM’s parlay builder tool is one of the best in the business, and will make building the perfect SGP easy for Missouri bettors. The options within the tool are great, too, which is probably more important than the ease of use.

BetMGM Sportsbook App Cons:

• Less extensive prop markets: You will find that the library of props at BetMGM is not as extensive as some of its competitors. If you’re a new bettor, you may not even notice, but those with some experience might get frustrated with the available options.

Our BetMGM Sportsbook review has more information.

bet365 Missouri

Originally making a name for itself overseas, bet365 has now started getting a foothold among the best online sportsbooks in the US. Jumping in here with bet365 Missouri would make a lot of sense as it attempts to continue growing.

At bet365, new customers can grab a great bet365 bonus code, and expect some of the most competitive odds in the Missouri market. Show-Me State bettors will also be able to count themselves among a fortunate few, as only 14 states currently have access to it.

bet365 Sportsbook App Pros:

• Competitive odds: Experienced bettors often refer to bet365 as their favorite sports betting app, as its odds are typically the sharpest among readily available online sportsbooks. If you think you’ve found a good price elsewhere, it’s probably a good idea to check in with bet365 to see if you can find a better one.
• Huge selection of international markets: NFL, NBA and MLB markets will be plentiful at bet365, but what does set it apart a bit is its selection of international sports markets. This is likely because it’s an international brand, but if you’re a fan of European soccer or cricket or rugby, this is your place.
• Dynamic odds within parlay builder: Rather than showing you the odds for a specific bet as you add legs to your parlay, the odds displayed will represent what a selection will take your overall parlay odds up to. This is particularly helpful if you’re trying to meet an odds minimum for a bonus.

bet365 Sportsbook App Cons:

• App crashes: One of the main complaints in app stores is the that the bet365 app will crash too often. This is most frustrating during live betting or while building a parlay.

Learn more by checking out our bet365 app review.

Fanatics Sportsbook Missouri

Fanatics Sportsbook has become more of a presence in the US sports betting market after taking over the PointsBet licenses in several legal states. Fanatics Sportsbook Missouri will have a chance to make a name for itself along with the others if it goes live on launch day.

New customers will be able to claim the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code and earn FanCash which can be used for bonus bets or the apparel arm of Fanatics. Missouri will be one of the few states where Fanatics is getting into the market at the same time as its competitors, so it will be interesting to see how well it fares.

Fanatics Sportsbook App Pros:

• Aesthetically pleasing: The Fanatics app is one of the better looking sportsbook apps on the market. There’s plenty to catch your eye, and its licensing agreements with basically every league of consequence allows it to use logos and images that others may not.
• FanCash: Fanatics One is the rewards program for Fanatics Sportsbook, but FanCash is at the heart of it. The flexibility of using FanCash is incredibly enticing, as you can turn it into bonus bets or profit boosts on the app, or use it to buy Fanatics apparel.

Fanatics Sportsbook App Cons:

• Market scarcity: Fanatics Sportsbook won’t crack the top of the industry until it starts to expand its available markets. This is mostly referring to props, which are very limited outside of major sports.

Caesars Sportsbook Missouri

Caesars already has a connection to Missouri through its retail casino properties, so that familiarity might help its popularity in the market.

Through multiple revamps, the Caesars Sportsbook app has become a much better option for bettors around the country. The top-notch Caesars Rewards program and a unique Caesars Sportsbook promo code make it a must download app.

Caesars Sportsbook App Pros:

• Caesars Rewards: Like BetMGM, Caesars comes with automatic enrollment to one of the industry’s best loyalty programs. Caesars Rewards gives users a chance to claim bonus bets on the app, but also perks at Caesars Entertainment properties throughout the country.
• Higher betting limits: When you hear Caesars you think of betting (and salads), so it’s no surprise that its less likely to limit bettors, and often gives you higher limits on its daily boosts and promos. Even boosted odds can be bet at $100, much higher than the other apps listed on this page.

Caesars Sportsbook App Cons:

• App stability: As I mentioned, Caesars has gone through several upgrades, but there are still occasional issues with app crashes or lengthy delays in receiving a 2FA code.

Our Caesars Sportsbook app review has many more details.

Circa Sports Missouri

A surprise entrant into the Missouri market is Circa Sports, which, along with DraftKings, has secured one of the state’s untethered sports betting licenses.

Circa is a big brand in Vegas, known for its massive retail sportsbook and Circa Millions and Circa Survivor contests. It’s app is only available in five other states (Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky and Nevada), so not many bettors around the country have been able to access it.

But those who have praise the app’s competitive odds and high limits. Circa is certainly an app that more experienced bettors in Missouri will flock to.

Circa is not known, however, for having generous welcome bonuses. That could change in Missouri, where it will be battling for new users in a brand new state.

ESPN BET Missouri

Perhaps the most well-known name in sports is one of the newer names in sports betting, but the expectation is ESPN BET Missouri will get off the starting line along with its competitors.

In the year-plus since ESPN BET launched, it has made consistent improvements with its odds, offerings and tools. One of the most convenient tools ESPN BET will offer for Missouri sports bettors is account linking between ESPN BET and the ESPN app. You can also expect be able to claim an ESPN BET promo code.

ESPN BET Sportsbook App Pros:

• ESPN integration: Look, you’re probably watching ESPN on a regular basis as a sports bettor. You can’t avoid it. So the biggest events on the network are going to get more attention on the ESPN BET app.

ESPN BET Sportsbook App Cons:

• Poor customer support: Users have reported parlay miscalculations, bonus voiding and more with ESPN BET, and it can be tough to get in touch with support to correct these issues.

Read our ESPN BET app review to learn more.

Underdog Missouri

Underdog Sportsbook was one of the first online sports betting operators to put its name into the hat when it came to applying for a license in Missouri.

It has not released who it has partnered with to gain access to the state, but if Underdog joins the launch, it will give Missouri bettors a rather unique option. Currently, Underdog is only available as a sportsbook in North Carolina, with its DFS app available outside the Tar Heel state.

Underdog Sportsbook will be very familiar to any Missourians who have used the DFS app, as the interface is very similar. There’s also a bit of a blend between the two, as pick’em style player prop cards are a key tenet of the app.

The app has a 4.6 rating on the Apple App Store and 4.4 in the Google Play Store, but as it is grows into other states it will need to expand its offerings as well as its limited withdrawal methods in order to really compete with the big dogs.

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When Will Sports Betting Be Legal in Missouri?

Missouri residents voted in November of 2024 to legalize online sports betting in the Show Me State.

While initially I expected a Summer 2025 launch, it was recently confirmed that Missouri sports betting will launch on Dec. 1, during the NFL season. It’s also the deadline that was included in the language of Amendment 2.

Once legal online betting Missouri opens, the Missouri Gaming Commission will oversee its rules and implementation.

Here’s a look at some of the key details for the upcoming launch:

While they wait, Missouri sports fans can play daily fantasy sports, as DFS apps have been legal in the state since 2016.

But clearly the appetite for more has been there for a while. A bill was introduced in 2018 to allow existing casinos, as well as daily fantasy companies, to begin offering sports betting. The bill failed to advance past the committee stage and various other bills suffered similar fates.

Because Missouri has America’s 11th largest casino market, lawmakers felt the pressure to compete in the online space with neighboring states like Illinois, Indiana, Iowa and Kansas.

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Missouri Sportsbook Promos You Can Expect

The exact promos and bonus amounts that online sportsbooks in Missouri will be offering is not yet known, and likely will not be until launch.

After years of covering state launches, however, I know the types of sports betting promos that are likely to be available at Missouri sports betting apps.

• Bet and Get promo: Perhaps the most popular promo for customers, a Bet and Get promo allows the customer to make a minimum wager, typically $5, to receive a set number of bonus bets. That number is what separates sportsbooks and their offers, but a typical number is $150 or $200. Some Bet and Get promos require you to win your first bet, while others pay you the bonus bets whether the bet wins or loses, like this DraftKings promo code offer currently available in Michigan.

• No Sweat Bet or First Bet Promo: These promos give you the chance to make a first bet at a sportsbook knowing that, if it loses, you’ll be refunded with bonus bets in the amount of the original bet. It’s the No Sweat Bet promos where you’ll see the largest bonus amounts advertised, as BetMGM has a $1,500 First Bet offer in most states. That’s possible because it requires you to put up your own money and lose in order to claim the bonus. While the return is bonus bets so you can keep playing and have another chance to win, those cannot be withdrawn and are not included in the payout of any bet you make with them.

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How to Register for Missouri Betting Apps and Claim Promos

While each online sportsbook has its own quirks, the sign-up process is pretty consistent across the board.

Here are the steps you could expect to take to register an account at FanDuel Missouri, DraftKings Missouri and other Missouri sportsbooks, and claim whatever welcome bonus they’re offering:

• Click through a promo code link provided here at SBD.
• Choose Missouri as your state.
• Register your account with your personal information, including name, email address, home address, phone number and last four digits of your social security number.
• If you need to enter a promo or bonus code for various betting bonuses, that typically happens here or during the next step.
• Choose your preferred deposit method, which, in other states, includes PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, Visa, a debit card, online banking and more.
• Make your first deposit. In some cases, this could determine your bonus. Oftentimes there will be a minimum deposit you have to make, typically $10.
• Make your first bet. If you’re claiming a “Bet & Get” welcome offer, your bet will have to be for at least that amount, typically $5 or $10. If it’s a No Sweat Bet or First Bet offer, the size of your bet will determine your potential bonus.

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Missouri Voters Say Yes to Legalized Sports Betting

Voters in the Show Me State approved the legalization of sports betting in the 2024 general election meaning that legal online sports betting in Missouri is coming.

Missouri Amendment 2, Sports Betting Initiative, narrowly passed on election day. And by narrow, I mean very narrow. The Yes votes bested the No votes by 2,900, or 0.1%.

A petition was what put this constitutional amendment in front of voters as a ballot measure, as legislation had continually stalled.

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Latest Missouri Sports Betting News

Here’s all the latest and most important details on the legalization of Missouri sports betting:

• July 16, 2025: Three operators, DraftKings, FanDuel and Circa, have applied for the two untethered sports betting licenses in Missouri.
• July 9, 2025: FanDuel officially applied to the MGC for a license to operate in Missouri.
• June 11, 2025: The Missouri Gaming Commission received its first two license applications from DraftKings Missouri and Underdog Sportsbook.
• May 28, 2025: BetMGM Missouri has secured access to the state, partnering with Century Casinos.
• May 15, 2025: Dec. 1, 2025, has been announced as the official launch date for Missouri sports betting.
• May 1, 2025: Missouri Gaming Commission Chairman Jan M. Zimmerman told Sports Betting Dime that regulators are “keenly aware” of sports betting interest and are working towards launch as soon as possible.
• Feb. 24, 2025: Emergency rules for sports betting in Missouri were rejected, meaning it is not expected to launch until fall 2025, as rules won’t go into effect until Aug. 30 at the earliest.
• Jan. 2, 2025: Missouri Gaming Commission Chairman Jan M. Zimmerman told Sports Betting Dime that online sports betting in the state could potentially launch as soon as early summer 2025 and may be approved during their scheduled May 28 or June 25 commission meetings.
• Dec. 7, 2024: The Missouri Board of State Canvassers have officially certified the result of the general election in which the legalization of online and retail sports betting passed by a 0.1% margin.
• Nov. 7, 2024: Missouri Gaming Commission Chair Jan M. Zimmerman told SBD that they’re hoping for a mid-to-late summer 2025 launch.
• Nov. 6, 2024: In an incredibly close vote, Amendment 2 was passed by Missourians, setting the path for legal online sports betting in Missouri.
• Aug. 13, 2024: After multiple rounds of sports betting legislation failed, it was decided that its fate would be decided by the voters as a ballot initiative was added for November’s general election.
• March 22, 2023: As expected, the House of Representatives approved Missouri sports betting bill HB 556 and its companion legislation HB 581 which will now move to the Senate for further discussions. A Missouri sports betting bill made it to the Senate in 2022, however it was derailed over the topic of VLTs, which could once again threaten the chances of legalization in 2023.
• March 21, 2023: The latest Missouri sports betting bill has been perfected in the House of Representatives and needs just one more approval in the chamber before heading into the Senate. Rep. Dan Houx’s (R-54) sports betting bills HB 556 and HB 581 to legalize retail and online sports betting for pro sports teams and state casinos will soon get its third hearing in the house before moving to the Senate.
• December 7, 2022: Missouri sports betting legislators are gearing up for a 2023 sports betting discussion. Sen. Denny Hoskins (R-21) and Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer (R-34) have both pre-filed Missouri sports betting bills, with the state’s legislative season set to begin on Jan. 4, 2023.
• September 19, 2022: A new Missouri sports betting bill was introduced, and despite being a nearly line-by-line rewrite of HB 2502, the new legislation (HB 4) is unlikely to be heard this session.
• May 13, 2022: Missouri sports betting will have to wait at least another year, as HB 2502 failed to pass through the Senate.
• May 5, 2022: Even after an early-morning Senate hearing on standalone legislation from Sen. Denny Hoskins that did not include the topic of VLTs, the Missouri sports betting bill was ultimately withdrawn. Missouri has just over a week to legalize sports betting before the topic will have to wait another year.
• May 2, 2022: Despite advancing HB 2502 to the Senate floor, the latest Missouri sports betting legalization effort is limping towards the session finish line. There is contention over the potential removal of video lottery terminals (VLTs) in the Missouri sports betting bill, and the legislative season is set to wrap up on May 13, 2022.
• April 19, 2022: The Missouri sports betting bill took another important step forward towards legalization, as HB 2502 advanced to the Senate floor. The bill is expected to go through another vote in the Senate sometime over the next couple of weeks, and if it passes, will advance to the Governor’s table for a final signature.
• March 24, 2022: The Missouri retail and online sports betting legalization bill passed the final House of Representatives vote by a total of 115-33. The bill will now move to the Senate, and if approved, Missouri sports betting will be one signature away from becoming a reality.
• March 23, 2022: Missouri sports betting bill HB 2502, which would legalize retail and online sports betting, has been given preliminary approval from the Missouri House of Representatives. It will go to a third hearing and a vote before potentially moving through the Senate for approval.

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Sports You Can Bet on in Missouri

Missouri sports bettors will have a full library of betting markets at their fingertips when online sportsbooks go live in the state:

• Football (NFL, college football, USFL, CFL)
• Basketball (NBA, WNBA, college basketball, G League, Euro leagues)
• Baseball (MLB, College World Series)
• Hockey (NHL, Frozen Four)
• Soccer (MLS, Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Champions League, World Cup)
• Golf (PGA, LPGA, Ryder Cup)
• Boxing
• MMA (UFC, PFL)
• Motorsports (NASCAR, F1, IndyCar)
• Olympics
• Rugby
• Tennis (ATP, WTA)
• Cricket
• Sailing
• Skateboarding
• Snooker
• Surfing
• Volleyball

NFL betting is the most popular form of sports wagering in the US, and in Missouri, you’ll get a chance to place bets on Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. If you’re a fight fan, there will also be plenty of UFC betting sites to choose from on the Missouri sports betting market.

Here’s a full list of professional teams in Missouri that you’ll be able to bet on:

• Kansas City Chiefs (NFL)
• Kansas City Royals (MLB)
• St. Louis Cardinals (MLB)
• St. Louis Blues (NHL)
• Sporting Kansas City (MLS)
• St. Louis SC (MLS)
• Kansas City Current (NWSL)

You’ll also be able to bet on University of Missouri football, basketball and baseball, as well as other SEC sporting events.

NFL Betting in Missouri

As mentioned, online sportsbooks do their most consistent business during the NFL season, and in Missouri that figures to be the case as it is home to the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs.

Betting on the NFL will include futures, spreads, moneylines, totals, props and much more. Player prop betting in Missouri means that Chiefs fans can finally cash in on a big day from Mahomes.

Here’s a look at some current Chiefs futures odds available at FanDuel.

MLB Betting in Missouri

The Kansas City Royals and St. Louis Cardinals are sure to be the source of plenty of betting handle at Missouri online sports betting apps. There are a multitude of betting options for baseball, including run lines, moneylines, totals, home run bets, no-run first innings (NRFIs) and much, much more.

You can also place futures bets on the Royals, Cardinals or any other MLB team to win their division or World Series. Here are the current MLB futures odds for the Royals and Cardinals at bet365.

Betting on SEC Sports in Missouri

The rules that will be attached to Missouri sports betting aren’t finalized, but I expect you will be able to place wagers on the Missouri Tigers within state lines. In-state college betting restrictions are rare, so it would be a surprise if legislators decided to go that route here.

College player props have been a bigger sticking point nationally, but if they’re allowed, you will be able to bet on how many yards a Missouri Tiger will rush for in a game, or who will score the first touchdown. No matter how they land on that, I fully believe you will be able to bet on SEC games in Missouri during football, basketball and baseball season.

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Missouri Sports Betting FAQs

Is sports betting legal in Missouri?

Voters passed an amendment in November 2024 to legalize sports betting in Missouri. It has not yet launched, but will in 2025.

When can I bet on sports in Missouri?

There is no official launch date yet, but we expect Missouri sports betting to go live during the fall of 2025, during the NFL season.

Can you pre-register for Missouri sports betting apps?

Not yet, but based on recent state launches, we would expect you will eventually be able to pre-register for Missouri sports betting apps.

What’s the legal age for online sports betting in Missouri?

A legal age for sports betting in Missouri has not yet been set, but it is typically 21 years old in other states.

Can I use DraftKings in Missouri?

We expect DraftKings Missouri to be one of the betting apps available at launch.

Is FanDuel Sportsbook available in Missouri?

We expect FanDuel Missouri to be one of the betting apps available at launch.

What teams can I bet on in Missouri?

You will be able to bet on all of Missouri’s professional sports teams – Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Blues, Sporting Kansas City, St. Louis SC and the Kansas City Current – as well as the Missouri Tigers. You’ll also be able to bet on all of the other teams in the major professional and college sports leagues in the US and beyond.

Will player prop bets be legal in Missouri?

While rules and regulations have not yet been decided, we anticipate professional player props will be available to Missouri bettors. College player props are also likely to be available, although that is much less certain.