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2026 FIFA World Cup odds: Complete odds for soccer's biggest tournament

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2026 FIFA World Cup odds: Complete odds for soccer's biggest tournament

The World Cup is finally complete. The 2026 World Cup ran until Sunday, with Spain besting Argentina in the final on Sunday. The 2026 installment had an expanded 48-team field, 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:

Whether you want to place wagers on key soccer betting markets like three-way moneyline or player props for the World Cup Final, 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.

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:

Odds to win the World Cup

The 2026 World Cup champion ended at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19 as Spain claimed its first World Cup victory in 16 years.

Spain

Spain finished an incredible run with a World Cup final victory over Argentina on July 19. Only Cape Verde managed to draw with La Roja, and only Belgium managed to score a goal against Spain. Capping off the run were a pair of victories against France and Argentina, the other two teams that were considered favorites to win it all. This Spanish team faced the toughest competition the world had to offer and came out as champions, cementing a fantastic legacy as one of the best World Cup teams in recent memory.

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, 2026

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.

Entering the World Cup Final, Kylian Mbappe was a heavy favorite to win the award for the second consecutive tournament.

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. Messi is now the heavy favorite as he chases an unprecedented third Golden Ball after assisting both goals in Argentina's semifinal comeback against England. Spain's Rodri is his closest challenger, surging up the board after a dominant midfield display in La Roja's 2-0 win over France, while Jude Bellingham's chances have dropped following England's devastating elimination.

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 won the award at Qatar 2022, is back in Sunday's final, though a leakier knockout run has hurt his repeat case. Spain's Unai Simon is the runaway favorite after recording his sixth clean sheet of the tournament against France, the most ever by a goalkeeper at a single World Cup. Simon has allowed just one goal in seven matches, and his 649-minute shutout streak, which ended in the quarterfinals against Belgium, is the longest in World Cup history.

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. Spanish youngster Lamine Yamal stands out as the likely winner after helping send Spain to the final. The 19-year-old won the penalty that Mikel Oyarzabal converted for the opening goal in the semifinal victory over France.

World Cup schedule and key dates

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.

Matchday 1

June 11-17

Matchday 2

June 18-23

Matchday 3

June 24-27

Round of 32

June 28-July 3

Round of 16

July 4-7

Quarterfinals

July 9-11

Semifinals

July 14-15

Third-place game

July 18

Final

July 19

FIFA World Cup 2026 Final

Sunday, July 19
Spain vs. Argentina – New York New Jersey Stadium

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?

Spain is the favorite at most sportsbooks to win the 2026 World Cup. La Roja is -148 at FanDuel to hoist the trophy. Argentina trails behind at +128.

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.

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