We’re approaching the biggest sporting event North America has ever hosted.<\/p>\n
The 2026 FIFA World Cup<\/a> takes place across the USA, Canada and Mexico, with live coverage on FOX and the FOX Sports app.<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Bettors and fans already have their sights set on the global spectacle, which will kick off on June 11. The World Cup final will be held at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium on July 19, 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n After the World Cup groups were announced in December, Spain opened as the favorite at +450, followed by England (+550) and France (+750). But after Spain\u2019s 18-year-old phenom Lamine Yamal suffered a hamstring injury in a Barcelona match, the odds shifted.<\/p>\n Still, he is expected to be available for the World Cup.<\/p>\n Let’s dive into the odds via DraftKings Sportsbook<\/a> as of May 4.<\/p>\n This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports<\/a>.<\/p>\n 2026 World Cup winner odds<\/p>\n France:<\/a> +500 (bet $10 to win $60 total) HOST NATIONS<\/p>\n United States<\/p>\n The United States is led by Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Tyler Adams, and Chris Richards, with several players competing in Europe\u2019s top leagues. The U.S. has appeared in 11 previous World Cups, with its best finish coming in 1930 when the team reached the semifinals.<\/p>\n Canada<\/p>\n Canada\u2019s key players include Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David, giving the squad top-tier pace and goal-scoring ability. Canada has made two previous World Cup appearances, and is still looking for its first win ever in the tournament.\u00a0<\/p>\n Mexico<\/p>\n Mexico\u2019s top contributors include Raul Gim\u00e9nez and Edson \u00c1lvarez, forming a strong mix of attacking talent and midfield stability. Mexico has played in 17 previous World Cups and reached the quarterfinals twice, in 1970 and 1986.<\/p>\n UEFA TEAMS TO KNOW<\/p>\n Spain<\/p>\n Spain\u2019s top talents include Pedri, Lamine Yamal and Rodri, forming a core that blends elite playmaking with scoring depth. Spain has appeared in 16 previous World Cups and won the tournament once, lifting the trophy in 2010. The team also won the 2024 Euros.<\/p>\n France<\/p>\n France enters with Kylian Mbapp\u00e9 as the star player, with the 26-year-old just five goals shy of passing Miroslav Klose (16) for the most career goals at the World Cup. France has made 16 previous World Cup appearances and won the title twice, in 1998 and 2018.<\/p>\n England<\/p>\n England\u2019s key players include Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice, forming one of the nation\u2019s strongest generations in decades. England has reached 16 previous World Cups and won the trophy once, in 1966.<\/p>\n Germany<\/p>\n Germany features Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala and Joshua Kimmich as central figures in a talented squad. Germany has participated in 20 previous World Cups and won four titles, most recently in 2014.<\/p>\n Portugal<\/p>\n Portugal\u2019s top group includes Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha, with Cristiano Ronaldo still involved as the team’s all-time leading scorer and cap leader. Portugal has competed in eight previous World Cups and recorded its best finish in 2006, reaching the semifinals.<\/p>\n Netherlands<\/p>\n The Netherlands features top players such as Virgil van Dijk, Ryan Gravenberch and Denzel Dumfries, forming a core built around elite defending and midfield control. Memphis Depay should also be on the team, the country’s all-time leading goalscorer. The Netherlands has appeared in 11 previous World Cups and finished as runner-up three times, in 1974, 1978 and 2010.<\/p>\n CONMEBOL TEAMS TO KNOW<\/p>\n Argentina<\/p>\n Argentina is anchored by Lionel Messi, with Juli\u00e1n \u00c1lvarez, Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez and Lautaro Mart\u00ednez\u2014 headlining one of the most talented rosters in the tournament. Argentina has played in 18 previous World Cups and won three, including the most recent tournament in 2022.<\/p>\n Brazil<\/p>\n Brazil\u2019s roster is led by Vin\u00edcius J\u00fanior, Raphinha and Marquinhos, giving the team elite attacking and defensive quality. Brazil has appeared in every World Cup and holds a record five titles, with its most recent one coming in 2002.\u00a0<\/p>\n Uruguay<\/p>\n Uruguay\u2019s leading players include Federico Valverde, Darwin N\u00fa\u00f1ez and Ronald Ara\u00fajo, forming a core with elite midfield range and speed. Uruguay has appeared in 14 previous World Cups and won the tournament twice, in 1930 and 1950.\u00a0<\/p>\n Colombia<\/p>\n Colombia is headlined by Luis D\u00edaz and James Rodr\u00edguez, with the former playing for Bayern Munich and the latter having a decorated World Cup r\u00e9sum\u00e9. Colombia has made six previous World Cupsand recorded its best finish in 2014, reaching the quarterfinals.<\/p>\n CAF TEAMS TO KNOW<\/p>\n Morocco<\/p>\n Morocco\u2019s key contributors include Achraf Hakimi, Noussair Mazaroui and Brahm D\u00edaz, each with major European club experience. Morocco has appeared in six previous World Cups and achieved its historic best finish in 2022, reaching the semifinals.<\/p>\n Senegal<\/p>\n Senegal\u2019s top players include Sadio Man\u00e9, Kalidou Koulibaly and Idrissa Gueye, forming one of Africa\u2019s most experienced cores. Senegal has appeared in three World Cups and reached its best finish in 2002, advancing to the quarterfinals.<\/p>\n Ghana<\/p>\n Ghana is led by Mohammed Kudus, Antoine Semenyo and Inaki Williams, giving the squad strong playmaking and midfield presence. Ghana has competed in four previous World Cups and reached its best result in 2010, making the quarterfinals.<\/p>\n AFC TEAMS TO KNOW<\/p>\n South Korea<\/p>\n South Korea is headlined by Son Heung-min, supported by key players such as Kim Min-jae and Lee Kang-in. South Korea has played in 11 previous World Cups and reached its best finish in 2002, advancing to the semifinals as co-host.<\/p>\n Japan<\/p>\n Japan features Takefusa Kubo and Kaoru Mitoma as its leading players, blending top European experience with emerging talent. Japan has appeared in seven previous World Cups and reached the Round of 16 four times, its best result to date.<\/p>\n Australia<\/p>\n Australia\u2019s top players include Jackson Irvine and keeper Mathew Ryan as its most experienced members. Australia has competed in six previous World Cups and reached the round of 16 twice, in 2006 and 2022.<\/p>\n OFC TEAMS TO KNOW<\/p>\n New Zealand<\/p>\n New Zealand is led by all-time leading scorer Chris Wood, with 45 international goals to his name. New Zealand has appeared in two previous World Cups (1982, 2010), and did not advance from the group stage in either appearance.\u00a0<\/p>\n Follow FOX Sports<\/a> for the latest news on soccer<\/a> and other sports.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We’re approaching the biggest sporting event North America has ever hosted. 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Spain<\/a>: +500 (bet $10 to win $60 total)
England<\/a>: +650 (bet $10 to win $75 total)
Brazil<\/a>: +800 (bet $10 to win $90 total)
Argentina<\/a>: +850 (bet $10 to win $95 total)
Portugal:<\/a> +1100 (bet $10 to win $120 total)
Germany<\/a>: +1400 (bet $10 to win $150 total)
Netherlands<\/a>: +2000 (bet $10 to win $210 total)
Norway<\/a>: +3000 (bet $10 to win $310 total)\u00a0
Belgium<\/a>: +3500 (bet $10 to win $360 total)
Colombia<\/a>: +4000 (bet $10 to win $410 total)
Morocco<\/a>: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)\u00a0
Japan<\/a>: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)\u00a0
United States<\/a>: +6000 (bet $10 to win $610 total)
Uruguay<\/a>: +6500 (bet $10 to win $660 total)
Mexico<\/a>: +7500 (bet $10 to win $760 total)
Switzerland<\/a>: +8000 (bet $10 to win $810 total)\u00a0
Croatia<\/a>: +8000 (bet $10 to win $810 total)
Ecuador<\/a>: +9000 (bet $10 to win $910 total)\u00a0
Sweden<\/a>: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)\u00a0
Senegal<\/a>: +11000 (bet $10 to win $1,110 total)\u00a0<\/p>\n