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 5)

France (+165)

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, largely slowing down an elite offense led by Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele. Mbappe scored the games only goal, his seventh goal of the World Cup, tying Lionel Messi and keeping him at the top of the Golden Boot odds (-135).

Argentina (+460)
Like France, Argentina came too close to comfort to being eliminated in their latest fixture. Messi and Argentina narrowly escaped a major upset and eliminated Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time. Lionel Messi opened the scoring, but it would take 111 minutes and an own goal from Cape Verde to send Argentina to the Round of 16. Messi and Mbappe remain neck and neck in the race for the Golden Boot, each with seven goals in the tournament. Now, Argentina will face Egypt, who is coming off a knockout win over Australia in penalty kicks. Messi is -135 to score anytime when the two squads kick off at Mercedes-Benz Arena on July 7.

Spain (+600)
Spain took care of business against Austria in the Round of 32, with Mikel Oyarzabal leading the team with two goals in their 3-0 victory. Now the Spanish squad will match up with Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal on July 6. Both teams have high expectations and it will surely be one of the most exciting fixtures of the Round of 16, and the entire tournament. Lamine Yamal has had a relatively quiet World Cup campaign so far on the scoresheet, but Spain will continue to try and feed him the ball so +175 to score anytime remains a viable option for betting on the young star.

England (+1000)
England earned a hard fought 2-1 comeback win over Congo DR in the Round of 32. After suffering an early goal, the English squad came back thanks to two late second half goals from Harry Kane. After another close win, markets remain conflicted on England’s true potential in the tournament, particularly after drawing Mexico at Estadio Azteca in the Round of 16, one of the toughest opponent/stadium combinations. England will need Harry Kane to remain in top form to reach the Quarterfinals – he’s +370 to be the first goalscorer of the game.

Brazil (+1100)

Brazil is the first of the tournament favorites to book their ticket to the Round of 16 as they knocked off Japan 2-1. Despite Neymar never entering the game, and going down 1-0 in the first half, Brazil maintained momentum and seemed in control for a majority of the game. Brazil dominated in the second half, equalizing in the 56th minute and taking the late lead in stoppage time to secure the victory. Superstar forward Vinicius Junior had his chances, but will have to wait until the next match to try and get back on the scoresheet. He’s +2200 to win the Golden Boot after starting the tournament with four goals in the group stage. Now the Brazilian squad will face Norway in the Round of 16 on Sunday, July 5 at 4 P.M. ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

The contenders

Portugal (+1400)
Portugal came back to defeat Croatia 2-1 in the Round of 32. Cristiano Ronaldo scored an equalizing penalty kick in the 68th minute, and Goncalo Ramos gave Portugal the lead in the 94th. Ronaldo’s goal was his third of the tournament, and his first ever knockout stage goal for Portugal. Now they will face Spain on July 6 at 3 P.M. ET from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Portugal is the underdog in this match, but if Ronaldo can provide a spark at +145 to score or assist, Portugal could very well knock out the pre-tournament favorites.

Colombia (+2500)

Colombia held off Ghana 1-0 in their first knockout stage fixture. Jhon Arias scored the game’s only goal in the 14th minute. Colombia continued their shutout streak, not having allowed a goal since their first group stage match against Uzbekistan. They will now face Switzerland in the Round of 16 on July 7. Colombia is a slight favorite to advance to the Quarterfinals at -162.

The longshots

Mexico (+2700)

Mexico continues to impress as they broke their decades long knockout loss streak, defeating Ecuador 2-0 and advancing to face England in the Round of 16. This win marks Mexico’s first World Cup knockout stage win since 1986, and continues Mexico’s shutout streak in the World Cup. They haven’t allowed a goal since a June 5th friendly, and continue to establish themselves as a legitimate contender. They’ll face England on July 5 at 8 P.M. ET at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

USA (+3000)

The US lived up to expectations in the Round of 32, dominating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0. Next up is a Belgium team fresh off an excellent comeback victory against Senegal. The Round of 16 will be a significantly tougher test for the Americans, but one that can still be passed.

Morocco (+3000)

Morocco eliminated co-host Canada in the Round of 16, 3-0. The first team to qualify for the Quarterfinals will face the current favorites, France, in the next round. Azzedine Ounhai netted two second half goals, and he’s +700 to score in the next round. The two squads will kick off on July 9 at 4 P.M. ET from Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

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) -135
• Lionel Messi (ARG) +150
• Harry Kane (ENG) +1400
• Erling Haaland (NOR) +3000
• Mikel Oyarzabal (ESP) +3000

Other notables: Vinicius Junior (BRA) +4500; Ousmane Dembele (FRA) +5500; Cristiano Ronaldo (POR) +7000; Matheus Cunha (BRA) +12500; Folarin Balogun (USA) +17500. 

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.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Fixtures

Sun. June 28
South Africa vs. Canada – Los Angeles

Mon. June 29
Brazil vs. Japan – Houston
Germany vs. Paraguay – Boston
Netherlands vs. Morocco – Monterrey

Tues. June 30
Ivory Coast vs. Norway – Dallas
France vs. Sweden – East Rutherford
Mexico vs. Ecuador – Mexico City

Wed. July 1
England vs. Congo DR – Atlanta
Belgium vs. Senegal – Seattle
USA vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina – San Francisco

Thurs. July 2
Spain vs. Austria – Los Angeles
Portugal vs. Croatia – Toronto
Switzerland vs. Algeria – Vancouver

Fri. July 3
Australia vs. Egypt – Dallas
Argentina vs. Cabo Verde – Miami
Colombia vs. Ghana – 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 +180 at FanDuel to hoist the trophy. Argentina is next at +410, followed by Spain at +550.

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.