2025 looks like it’s set to be another bumper year for sports fans. There are contests and tournaments happening all over the world, with the best athletes and teams going head to head to find out who’s best. The brand new FIFA Club World Cup gets underway, and soccer fans can also look forward to the Africa Cup of Nations and Women’s Euros. Of course, we also have all the regular events for Formula 1, UFC, rugby, golf, tennis and more. Stake Sportsbook offers the best odds and betting on all major sporting events.

Let’s take a closer look at some of the major sports leagues and biggest sporting events you can look forward to in 2025 and how you can bet on sports at the Stake Sportsbook .

Major Sporting Events by Month

January

Tennis : Australian Open
American football: NFL Playoffs
Handball: World Men’s Championship
MMA : UFC 311 - Islam Machkachev vs Arman Tsarukyan
College football: National Championship Playoff

February

American football: Pro Bowl and the Super Bowl
MMA: UFC Fight Night 260 - Israel Adesanya vs Nassourdine Imavov and UFC 312 - Dricus du Plessis vs Sean Strickland 2
Hockey: FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup
Soccer : UEFA Champions League Knockout Playoffs and Round of 16
Basketball: NBA All-Star Game

March

MMA: UFC 313
Cricket: IPL
F1 : Australian GP and China GP
Basketball: NCAA Finals (March Madness)
Soccer: Copa Sudamericana

April

F1: Japan GP, Bahrain GP and Saudi Arabia GP
Soccer: Copa del Rey Final and UEFA Champions League Quarter-Finals
Basketball: NBA Play-In Tournament and NBA Playoffs and Finals
Hockey: NHL Playoffs and Finals
Golf : Masters

May

Soccer: UEFA Champions League Semi-Finals and Final, Coppa Italia Final, FA Cup Final, DFB Cup Final, end of European soccer leagues
F1: USA GP, Monaco GP and Spain GP
Golf: PGA Championships
Tennis: French Open

June

F1: Spain GP and Austria GP
Soccer: FIFA Club World Cup
Ice hockey: Stanley Cup Grand Final
Tennis: Wimbledon

July

Soccer: Women’s Euros
Cycling : Tour de France
Golf: The Open Championship
Cricket : Major League Cricket

August

Soccer: European leagues kickoff ( EPL , Serie A , Bundesliga , Ligue 1 , La Liga )
Volleyball: Women’s Volleyball World Championship
Rugby union: Women’s Rugby World Cup
Tennis: US Open
Badminton: BWF World Championships
Basketball: Eurobasket

September

American football: NFL season starts
Volleyball: FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship
Golf: Ryder Cup
Cricket: ODI Women’s World Cup
Aussie rules football : AFL Grand Final
Rugby league: NRL Grand Final

October

Tennis: ATP Paris Masters
Ice hockey : NHL season begins
Table tennis: European Table Tennis Championships
Basketball: NBA season begins
Baseball : MLB World Series

November

Tennis: WTA , ATP and Davis Cup Finals
Volleyball: Beach Volleyball World Championships
Soccer: FIFA Arab Cup

December

Cricket: Ashes tests
F1: Abu Dhabi GP
Soccer: Africa Cup of Nations

How to Bet on Upcoming Sports

You need to create an account to bet on upcoming sports at Stake.com. You can then deposit local fiat currency and cryptocurrency to fund your sports bet. Learn how to deposit and withdraw funds to bet at Stake.com here. With funds in your account, you can decide which upcoming sporting event to bet on and which type to place, choosing from any of the options introduced below.

Betting Odds, Types & Markets for Different Sports

You can place a host of different bets on your favourite sports at Stake.com, including the following bet types:

Moneyline/Winner : This is a straight-up bet on the team that you think will win a match. For instance, you could place a moneyline bet on Newcastle United to defeat Bournemouth in the English Premier League.
Outrights : In an outright bet, you can bet on the team or person you think will win an event outright. For instance, you might back the NY Giants to win the Superbowl.
Handicap : A handicap bet is a wager that you can place on a team to win, but they must overcome a specific handicap to do so. For instance, you might bet on Chelsea to defeat Southampton after overcoming a 1.5-goal handicap in the EPL.
Totals (Asian Totals): Asian totals are bets you can place on the number of points or goals scored in a game over a specific total. For example, you could bet on four or more goals being scored in an NHL match.
Over/Under : Over/under betting is very popular in many sports and allows you to predict how many goals or points will be scored. For example, if we set the line at 3.5 in a UEFA Champions League match, you can bet on whether the teams playing will score over or under 3.5 goals in the game.
Props /Propositions/Player Props: Prop bets are wagers that allow you to bet on various outcomes as a match is taking place, and they’re not tied to the overall outcome of the game. As an example, NBA player prop bets include things like the top scorer in a game or how many rebounds a specific player will make.
Spreads : Spread betting is also popular at the Stake Sportsbook, as it allows you to bet against the market when making your selections.
Parlay : A parlay bet – sometimes known as an accumulator – is a bet on several outcomes in the same slip. You might, for example, build an MLB parlay and hope that Baltimore, Tampa Bay, and Cleveland all win their respective fixtures in a game week.
Same Game Multi : Same game multi bets – also known as bet builders – allow you to pick multiple outcomes to bet on the same game. For example, in a UEFA Champions League fixture between Manchester City and Bayern Munich, you might pick Erling Haaland as the first scorer and John Stones to receive a yellow card.

Pre-Match Betting vs. Live Betting

Whether you place pre-match or in-game bets on upcoming sporting events is up to you. Pre-match bets enable you to place wagers before the action starts, while live bets are wagers you can place once the fixture is underway. Both options for bettors are fun and can be profitable, but it’s important that you understand the differences between pre-match and live betting before making your selections.

Upcoming Sports Betting Odds & Payouts

Stake.com is home to the best sports betting odds on all major events throughout the year. You can adjust the way that odds are displayed in your account, choosing from decimals, fractions, or the American format. Reading odds is important as it shows you who is the favourite and who is the underdog.

As for payouts, we process withdrawals instantly, enabling you to access your winnings without delay. However, you can also safely store your funds at Stake.com without processing a withdrawal. Learn more about how the Stake Vault works and how you can securely store your funds online.

Sports Betting Tips & Strategies

Whether you're a casual sports bettor or a betting expert, here are some handy tips and guides that will help you as you prepare to bet on upcoming sporting events at the Stake online Sportsbook:

Our general sports betting guide is the perfect resource to refer to as you plan to make your sports betting selections throughout the season.
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If you can’t find any of your favourite sporting events on our upcoming calendar, consider more unique forms of betting, such as betting on simulated reality sporting leagues , upcoming political events , or even entertainment , like major music contests !
When you place sports bets at Stake.com, please do so responsibly. You can learn more about responsible gambling via our Stake Smart guidelines .

How to Live Stream Major Sporting Events for Free

At Stake, you can enjoy sporting action from all over the world thanks to our free live streams . We provide access to countless upcoming sporting events, and you can watch for free by logging into your account. You can then place a host of live bets on the action as it unfolds, offering an unmatched online betting experience.

Best Bet Bonuses and Promotions in 2025

Whenever you use Stake Sportsbook, be sure to keep an eye out for the latest sports betting promotions and special offers. We’ve got lots of unique bonuses to claim on different sports, helping you have more fun while placing your bets. You can check out our rundown of the best sports betting bonuses on Stake for more information.

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Why Bet on Upcoming Sports at Stake.com?

Stake is the best place to bet on sports, not only because of our great odds and promotions but also because we offer thousands of quality live streams at no extra cost. Creating an account is fast and free, and you’ll get access to thousands of betting markets on all your favourite sports.