Guides
Everything you need to run a World Cup 2026 or Eurovision 2026 sweepstake.
Eurovision 2026
Eurovision sweepstake: how to run one properly
Random draw, live leaderboard, real scoring. Everything you need to run a Eurovision sweepstake from scratch.
Eurovision guideEurovision countries: favourites, outsiders, and sweepstake strategy
Favourites, mid-tier contenders, and wildcards — and why the split makes Eurovision perfect for sweepstakes.
RulesEurovision sweepstake rules: keep it simple and fair
Core rules, optional extras, tiebreakers, and what to avoid. Set once, agreed upfront, no mid-event disputes.
Office sweepstakeEurovision office sweepstake: low effort, high engagement
Inclusive, short, and no expertise required. Why Eurovision is one of the best office engagement activities going.
IdeasEurovision sweepstake ideas that actually improve engagement
Last place forfeits, prediction overlays, semi-final survival rounds — light variations that enhance without overcomplicating.
Pub guideEurovision pub sweepstake: how to maximise the night
More dwell time, repeat visits, higher engagement. Full guide for pub landlords and bar managers.
Tools guideWhy digital sweepstakes outperform paper every time
The operational efficiency gap between paper and digital — and why you will not go back once you run one online.
World Cup 2026
Just two weeks until the World Cup 2026 kicks off
Nearly 5,000 players already signed up — a note on what happens when the tournament starts and why now is the time.
Quick guideWorld Cup 2026 questions answered: quick guide
Fast answers on dates, format, venues, tiebreakers, matches and the final location.
Setup guideHow to run a sweepstake: the complete guide
From creating it to sharing the leaderboard — everything you need, step by step.
Office sweepstakeWorld Cup 2026 office sweepstake: the complete guide
Everything you need to run a perfect office sweepstake — draw, rules, prizes, and payment tracking.
RulesSweepstake rules: how to run one fairly (UK guide)
Simple, fair rules for your office or pub. Entry fees, tiebreakers, what counts as winning.
Teams guideWorld Cup 2026: all 48 teams and what they mean for your sweepstake
Favourites, wildcards, and which nations are the dream draw.
Venues guideWorld Cup 2026 venues: full stadium list, host cities and guide
All 16 host stadiums across the USA, Mexico and Canada, plus the travel and climate angles most fans miss.
Pub guideHow to run a World Cup pub sweepstake in 2026
A complete guide for pub landlords — entries, draw night, keeping regulars engaged all tournament.
Remote teamsHow to run a World Cup sweepstake for a remote or hybrid team
One shareable link, no logins, automatic standings. Works across any location.
Prize ideasSweepstake prize ideas: the best rewards aren't always cash
Half days off, trophies, charity donations — the prizes that create stories, not just payouts.
Prize ideasWorld Cup sweepstake prize ideas
Cash pot, football-themed prizes, and workplace alternatives — ideas for every group size and budget.
Beginner guideWhat is a sweepstake? The full explanation
Definition, origins, how it works, and why a sweepstake differs from a lottery or prize draw.
Legal guideAre sweepstakes legal in the UK?
Private sweepstakes are legal in the UK under the Gambling Act 2005. Here is what the law actually says.
How it worksHow does a World Cup sweepstake work?
The mechanics, scoring, and prize structure explained from first principles.
Setup guideHow many people can join a World Cup sweepstake?
48 is the magic number for 2026. What to do with more, fewer, or uneven group sizes.
Workplace guideCan you run a sweepstake at work?
Legal position, HR considerations, inclusivity, and the voluntary rule you must get right.
Organiser tipsWhat is the best entry fee for an office sweepstake?
£2–£5 is the UK standard. How to choose the right amount for your group.
Organiser tipsHow to collect sweepstake payments
Cash, bank transfer, Monzo — the best ways to collect entry fees without the admin pain.
Sweepstake rulesWhat if two people get the same team in a sweepstake?
Why it should not happen, how it does, and three ways to resolve it.
Organiser guideHow to run a fair sweepstake
Three pillars of fairness, five common problems, and how to solve all of them.
Tournament guideHow many teams are in the World Cup 2026?
48 nations — up from 32 — and how the expanded field changes the tournament.
Tournament guideAll 48 World Cup 2026 qualified teams
The full list of nations by confederation, plus notable absentees.
Tournament guideWorld Cup 2026 group stage format explained
12 groups, top two plus best eight thirds — here is exactly how it works.
Tournament guideWorld Cup 2026 knockout bracket
Round of 32 through to the Final — the new bracket structure explained.
Tournament guideWorld Cup 2026 prize money
$1 billion total fund — how FIFA distributes it by round and result.
Tournament guideWorld Cup 2026 host cities
All 16 cities across the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Tournament guideWorld Cup 2026 stadiums
All 16 venues, capacities, and which matches they host.
Tournament guideWorld Cup 2026 fixtures in UK time
Match times for UK viewers — from afternoon kick-offs to post-midnight West Coast games.
Tournament guideWorld Cup 2026 wall chart
What the 2026 wall chart shows, how to use it alongside your sweepstake, and where to find one.
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