Sports betting became legal in Arizona this year when gaming compacts between the state and Native American gaming operations were revised. “They are best-in-class partners, whose excellence and expertise in this emerging space will provide a new and innovative way to engage and interact with our fans.” “This is a tremendous opportunity to build upon our long-standing relationship with Gila River and launch a new one with BetMGM,” said Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill. The sportsbook at the stadium likely will open for the 2022 football season.
9, the opener of the National Football League season, at Gila River’s Wild Horse Pass Casino, across Interstate 10 from Chandler Lone Butte Casino, just south of the city along Loop 202, and Vee Quiva, near Laveen. Sportsbooks are expected to be in operation in Arizona by Sept. BetMGM is the sports-betting division of MGM Resorts International.