The World Cup is here, and this massive soccer event is the biggest sports betting event in the world. With the action heading to North America for this year’s tournament, you can find the best World Cup odds at all the top sportsbooks around. The 2026 World Cup began June 11 and runs until July 19 with matches spread out across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The 2026 installment also has an expanded 48-field team, further increasing the available World Cup betting markets. Bet the World Cup at FanDuel Sportsbook, where new users get up to $1,000 in bet refund tokens after betting $5 for five straight days:
With so many matches set to take place and 48 teams in the field, interested soccer bettors have no shortage of betting options for the 2026 World Cup. Whether you want to place wagers on key soccer betting markets like specific matches and player props or futures bets on the World Cup winner, group stages and awards, this comprehensive World Cup odds page breaks down everything interested bettors need to know for one of the most exciting international sporting events of the year.
World Cup odds 2026
There are FIFA World Cup tournament odds available on dozens of outcomes and props for each game, as well as plenty of futures in addition to the tournament winner. Here are just some of the potential 2026 World Cup tournament betting lines available:
- Overall winner and group winners
- Team top scorers
- Tournament awards
- Win/lose/draw on each match
- Match goal total and team goal totals
- Anytime goal-scorer, first and last goal-scorer
- Player shots, assists, tackles, fouls and discipline
When considering World Cup wagering strategies, be aware that on game wagers, three-way money line World Cup odds cover 90 minutes plus stoppage time. If the match goes to extra time, the draw is paid out as a winning bet regardless of the final outcome. Bettors can also place a Draw No Bet wager, where they pick a team to win, but a draw makes the wager a push.
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Odds to win the World Cup
The 2026 World Cup champion will be crowned at MetLife Stadium on July 19, and defending champion Argentina is right in the mix of favorites. The usual standout teams are all in strong form, with Spain, France, England and Brazil also having a real shot at the coveted World Cup trophy.
The favorites
(Odds via FanDuel as of July 9)
France (+115)
France avoided disaster and defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the Round of 16. Now, Mbappe and the French squad will face Morocco in the quarterfinals on July 9 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Paraguay gave France their toughest test so far in the tournament, while Morocco failed to slow down the French attack in the quarterfinals. Les Bleus now await their opponent in the semis.
Spain (+430)
Spain eliminated Portugal 1-0 in the Round of 16, ending Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup career. After a largely actionless match, Spanish substitute Mikel Merino provided the heroics, giving his squad the lead in the 91st minute. Spain will now advance to play Belgium in the quarterfinals, who is coming off of a 4-1 routing of the USA. Lamine Yamal is +160 to score anytime in this fixture.
Argentina (+440)
Argentina came back in a thrilling fashion to eliminate Egypt 3-2 and advance to the quarterfinals where they will take on Switzerland. After going down 2-0 in the second half, Argentina scored three unanswered goals in 14 minutes to stun Egypt. Lionel Messi added yet another goal to his tournament tally, putting him atop the leaderboard with eight. Now Argentina will look to return to the final four when they take on Switzerland on July 11 at 9 pm ET at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Argentina are solid favorites and Messi is +250 to score the match’s first goal.
England (+500)
England won 3-2 against Mexico in the Round of 16, in a difficult test at Estadio Azteca. England was again led by their superstars Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, who scored one and two goals respectively. A red card to Jarell Quansah in the second half left the English squad with only ten men on the field, and a late penalty kick from Raul Jimenez kept the game close. England now advances to the quarterfinals where they’ll face Norway, who’s led by their all-world striker Erling Haaland. Kickoff is on July 11, at 5 P.M. ET from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. Harry Kane is +650 to score two or more goals.
The contenders
Norway (+1600)
Norway held off Brazil 2-1 to advance to the Quarterfinals where they will face England. Erling Haaland continues to exceed expectations and has now matched Mbappe and Messi with seven goals in the tournament. Norway has been one of the most exciting squads to watch in this tournament, and they have proven they can keep up with the top contenders in the field. Despite their impressive upset win, Norway understandably has opened as a slight underdog in their fixture with England. Look for Erling Haaland to stay on the scoresheet as he is +140 to score anytime in the quarterfinals. Kickoff is on Saturday, July 11 at 5 p.m. ET from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.
The longshots
Belgium (+3500)
Despite entering its Round of 16 game against the United States as a slight underdog, Belgium advanced to the quarterfinals in dominant fashion. A 4-1 victory gave Belgium offensive momentum heading into a date with Spain, a team yet to allow a goal in the tournament. The two squads will kick off on July 10 at 3 p.m. ET from Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Switzerland (+3500)
Switzerland punched their ticket to the quarterfinal after defeating Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout. The Swiss squad will now look to play spoiler against Argentina and end their dream of winning back to back World Cups. Kickoff is at 9 p.m. ET on July 11 from Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Switzerland is -310 to cover the spread at +1.5.
Past FIFA World Cup winners
Germany has the most World Cup final appearances with eight, followed by Brazil with seven, and Italy and Argentina have played for the crown six times. The Netherlands has been a runner-up three times without winning the World Cup, most recently in 2010. Here are the champions, with the years they won the World Cup:
- Brazil: 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002
- Germany: 1954, 1974, 1990, 2014
- Italy: 1934, 1938, 1982, 2006
- Argentina: 1978, 1986, 2022
- France: 1998, 2018
- Uruguay: 1930, 1950
- England: 1966
- Spain: 2010
World Cup bracket: Knockout stage
The top 32 teams from the group stage have advanced to the knockout stage. The top two teams in each group moved on, along with the best eight third-place teams. The match-ups involving the third-place teams depended on which eight qualified. The final 16 contests are elimination matches.
World Cup awards odds
In addition to the prestige of winning the World Cup, several players will be honored for their individual achievements in the tournament. World Cup odds will be available for the top overall player, leading goal-scorer, best goalkeeper and the young star who makes the biggest impact.
Golden Boot odds
The Golden Boot goes to the tournament’s top goal-scorer. If there is a tie, it goes to the player with the most assists. If that does not resolve the tie, the player with the fewest minutes played gets the nod. France’s Kylian Mbappe was the 2022 winner, and England’s Harry Kane was the 2018 recipient.
The favorites
(Odds via FanDuel)
- Kylian Mbappe (FRA) -105
- Lionel Messi (ARG) +175
- Erling Haaland (NOR) +750
- Harry Kane (ENG) +900
- Ousmane Dembele (FRA) +6500
Golden Ball favorites
The Golden Ball goes to the player judged to have the best overall performance – more or less the most valuable player of the tournament. Argentina’s Lionel Messi has won it twice, including the 2022 tournament. Argentina (three), Brazil (two) and Italy (two) are the only nations with multiple Golden Ball winners since the award became official in 1982. The presumable favorites for this Cup include England’s Harry Kane, Spain’s Lamine Yamal, and France’s Kylian Mbappe.
Golden Glove odds
The Golden Glove is awarded to the tournament’s best goalkeeper, as determined by FIFA’s expert panel. Argentina’s Emiliano Martinez, who had three clean sheets, won the award at Qatar 2022 and also should be among the favorites in the 2026 World Cup sportsbook odds. Spain’s Unai Simon and Brazil’s Alisson Becker join Martinez atop the list of likely winners.
FIFA Young Player Award odds
Since 2006, FIFA has honored the best player in the tournament under the age of 21. Kylian Mbappe (2018) and Argentina’s Enzo Fernandez (2022) are the most recent winners. In addition to being a strong candidate for the Golden Ball, Spanish youngster Lamine Yamal stands out as a likely contender for this award.
World Cup schedule and key dates
The 2026 World Cup field is set after the final playoff games on March 31. World Cup 2026 began on June 11, with Mexico and South Africa playing in the opening game. Here’s a look at the full World Cup schedule.
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Matchday 1 |
June 11-17 |
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Matchday 2 |
June 18-23 |
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Matchday 3 |
June 24-27 |
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Round of 32 |
June 28-July 3 |
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Round of 16 |
July 4-7 |
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Quarterfinals |
July 9-11 |
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Semifinals |
July 14-15 |
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Third-place game |
July 18 |
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Final |
July 19 |
FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal Fixtures
Thurs. July 9
France vs. Morocco – Boston
Fri. July 10
Spain vs. Belgium – Los Angeles
Sat. July 11
Norway vs. England – Miami
Argentina vs. Switzerland – Kansas City
When is the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 World Cup began on June 11 in North America, kicking off with a group-stage match when co-host Mexico beat South Africa 2-0. The final is set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
How do I bet on the World Cup?
You can bet on the World Cup at any sportsbook that is legal in your location, and some group-stage games and futures are available now. Odds for more games and other World Cup futures will be added as the tournament gets closer, and live game betting will be available at many sportsbooks.
Who are the favorites to win the 2026 World Cup?
France is the favorite at most sportsbooks to win the 2026 World Cup. Les Bleus are +125 at FanDuel to hoist the trophy. Spain is next at +430, followed by Argentina at +440.
Where can I bet on the 2026 World Cup?
You can bet on the World Cup at most top sportsbooks, including FanDuel. The sportsbook must be legal in your physical location, and you’ll need to register for an account with the provider.
