Betting & odds for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico
After two scandal-ridden World Cups, in which the sporting aspect repeatedly took a back seat, it will finally play the leading role again at the 2026 World Cup: after all, the USA, Mexico, and Canada are beyond reproach as hosts. With 48 World Cup teams competing for the first time, many fans will also be interested to see how the mammoth final tournament will unfold in the 16 World Cup 2026 stadiums. Those who are also interested in sports betting may be wondering whether new betting markets can be expected as a result of the increase in the number of participants. Of course, we don’t want to leave you in the dark about this and have looked into the question for you. So you are good for your next round at 20Bet.
All information about the 2026 World Cup bets
The 2022 World Cup in Qatar was apparently the last event that prevented most sports betting providers from placing long-term bets on the 2026 World Cup. Of course, the focus is on the one question that is central to every World Cup: Who will win the title and succeed Argentina? The defending champion is ranked third in this question and thus has the best chance of triumphing again.
One of the top favorites for the 2026 World Cup is Argentina’s final opponent, France. The 2018 World Cup champions proved in Qatar that they still have outstanding players. And Argentina needed Lionel Messi to get the better of Kylian Mbappé and Co. Mbappé will then be in his prime – which is hard to say about this player, considering how long he has been active at the highest level. In addition to Spain, England is also among the hottest contenders. With players such as Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, Gavi, and Pedri, “La Furia Roja” has plenty of talent in its ranks.
2026 World Cup group winner bets: more possibilities than ever before
With the increase in the number of teams in the 2026 World Cup, the same applies to the groups. There are 12 preliminary round pools, four more than before. However, there are still four teams in each group. The top two teams will qualify automatically, as will the eight best third-placed teams. This is interesting for betting in that predictions on the group winners are among the most popular bets when a World Cup approaches. Bets on the winners of the 2026 World Cup groups are therefore always in high demand! Switzerland, for example, is considered the top favorite in Group B. You can view all Switzerland odds for the 2026 World Cup here.
Brief overview of some favorites
Spain
Spain is the clear favorite going into the 2026 World Cup. After winning the European Championship, the team has gained enormous confidence and impresses with a strong mix of technically outstanding young players and experienced leaders. Spain’s control of the game is particularly impressive: possession, pressing intensity, and a clear tactical plan make the team difficult to play against. If Spain maintains its efficiency in front of goal and keeps its defensive stability, “La Roja” will undoubtedly be one of the biggest contenders for the title.
England
England is traveling to the 2026 World Cup with high expectations and is once again among the favorites. They have not triumphed since 1966, but that is set to change. Thomas Tuchel’s team has one of the most talented squads in the world, characterized by a strong generation of attacking players who consistently perform at the highest level in both the Premier League and internationally. England has shown in recent tournaments that it is capable of going far, presenting itself as tactically mature and defensively stable. If the team manages to take advantage of its chances more consistently and show the necessary nerve at crucial moments, England could take the decisive step towards the big title this time around.