2026 World Cup Betting Odds
The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks a historic return to North America as the USA hosts the tournament for the first time since 1994, alongside co-hosts Canada and Mexico. This edition breaks new ground by being the first to involve three nations and features an expanded format from 32 to 48 teams, a move met with mixed reactions.
Traditional football powerhouses like Argentina, the defending champions from Qatar 2022, will be vying for glory against perennial contenders such as Brazil, France, and Spain, who clinched the Euro 2024 title. The recent competitions, Euro 2024 and Copa America 2024, have offered insights into teams’ form and potential surprises in store for the World Cup.
Odds of winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Heading into the lengthy journey of World Cup 2026 qualification, Brazil holds a narrow advantage atop the odds list, despite their quarterfinal exit in Copa America 2024. Predictions favor a rebound for the Samba Boys in 2026, with France, Spain, England, Copa America 2024 champions Argentina, and Germany closely trailing. History shows that every men’s tournament since the inaugural competition in 1930 has been won by either a European or South American team, promising plenty of twists along the road to the World Cup.
| Nation | Best finish | Odds to win |
| Brazil | Winners (5x, last 2002) | +600 |
| France | Winners (2x, last 2018) | +600 |
| Spain | Winners (2010) | +700 |
| England | Winners (1966) | +700 |
| Argentina | Winners (3x, last 2022) | +900 |
| Germany | Winners (4x, last 2014) | +900 |
| Portugal | Semifinals (2x, 1966, 2006) | +1400 |
| Netherlands | Runners-up (3x, 1974, 1978, 2010) | +1600 |
| Uruguay | Winners (2x, 1930, 1950) | +2000 |
| Italy | Winners (4x, 1934, 1938, 1982, 2006) | +5000 |
Predictions for FIFA World Cup 2026
Prediction: Spain, currently at +600 odds to win the title, showcased impressive form in capturing the Euro 2024 championship under Luis de la Fuente’s guidance. With two more years of club and national team experience for their youthful squad, La Roja aims to build on their legacy. While the historic triple-winning side of 2008, 2012 Euros, and 2010 World Cup remains the benchmark, the current crop, including rising talents like Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Nico Williams, and Pau Cubarsi, has shown significant progress. Spain seeks redemption after their Round of 16 exit in 2022.
Dark Horse: Germany, with odds set at +900, demonstrated resilience despite their quarterfinal loss to Spain in Euro 2024. Head coach Julian Nagelsmann’s contract extension through the 2026 World Cup signals a strong commitment to rebuild. Despite the need to replace key players, Germany boasts promising talents such as Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz, and Aleksandar Pavlovic. With retained experience and a determination to improve upon their disappointing group stage exits in Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022, Germany aims for a strong showing in the upcoming tournament.
