Home of football statistics and historyThe first couple of weeks at the 2026 World Cup have been a thrilling showcase of elite-level international football.
Several of the big guns have delivered statement performances, while a handful of shock results have kept neutral fans happy.
Without further ado, read on as we look at the latest odds in some of the main outright betting markets, starting with the outright prices.
Outright winner
The latest World Cup betting odds are as follows:
- France – 4/1
- Spain – 5/1
- England – 6/1
- Argentina – 13/2
- Portugal – 12/1
- Brazil – 14/1
- Germany – 14/1
- Netherlands – 14/1
- Morocco – 28/1
- Norway – 28/1
- USA – 33/1
- Japan – 40/1
- Belgium – 50/1
- Mexico – 50/1
- Colombia – 50/1
- Switzerland – 80/1
- Croatia – 125/1
- Canada – 125/1
- Sweden – 150/1
- Austria – 150/1
- Senegal – 150/1
- Ivory Coast – 150/1
- Uruguay – 200/1
- Ecuador – 250/1
- Paraguay – 250/1
- South Korea – 250/1
- Australia – 250/1
- Scotland – 250/1
- Egypt – 250/1
- Ghana – 350/1
- Czechia – 500/1
- Algeria – 500/1
- Bosnia & Herzegovina – 500/1
- Iran – 750/1
- DR Congo – 750/1
- New Zealand – 1000/1
- Saudi Arabia – 1000/1
- Cape Verde – 1000/1
- South Africa – 1500/1
- Uzbekistan – 1500/1
- Panama – 1500/1
- Jordan – 2500/1
- Curacao – 2500/1
- Iraq – 2500/1
- Qatar – 3500/1
World Cup betting activity has increased significantly as the group stage has unfolded, with bookmakers continually adjusting their prices to reflect results on the pitch. A quick odds overview across the leading markets reveals several notable movers as teams battle for a place in the knockout rounds.
While the outright winner market remains the most popular option among bettors, there are numerous other ways to wager on the tournament.
Markets such as top goalscorer, team to reach the semi-finals, group winners, match handicaps, over/under goals and both teams to score have all generated plenty of interest as punters attempt to identify value throughout the competition.
The favourites
While France have produced a couple of solid performances against Senegal and Iraq, they make limited appeal as a betting proposition at odds of 4/1.
By contrast, Argentina leap off the page as a value bet at 13/2 following their impressive victories over Algeria and Austria.
Lionel Messi has been the star of the show for the defending champions and they look a good bet to make a deep run at the tournament.
Spain, Brazil, Germany and Netherlands have also flexed their muscles, while England should not be ruled out after their victory over Croatia.
Top goalscorer
The Golden Boot market generated plenty of interest ahead of the tournament. Here are the latest odds:
- Kylian Mbappe – 7/4
- Lionel Messi – 7/4
- Erling Braut Haaland – 9/2
- Harry Kane – 7/1
- Mikel Oyarzabal – 22/1
- Denis Undav – 28/1
- Lamine Yamal – 33/1
- Vinicius Jr – 40/1
- Kai Havertz – 40/1
- Matheus Cunha – 40/1
- Bar – 50/1
Lionel Messi leads the way with five goals from two games. Kylian Mbappe and Erling Braut Haaland are second in the standings with four goals each.
This is only the second time in World Cup history where three players have scored four or more goals after two matches and the first since 1954.
Only three players have ever hit double figures at a single World Cup – Sandor Kocsis (Hungary, 1954), Just Fontaine (France, 1958) and Gerd Muller (Germany, 1970).
Messi and Mbappe are both capable of adding their names to the list, while Haaland could also achieve the feat if Norway secure a favourable passage in the knockout stage.
Reach the last four
The United States and Mexico have already qualified for the round of 32, while fellow co-hosts Canada are well-placed to join them.
They will each fancy their chances of making their mark in the knockout stage, and Mexico could be the team to watch given how the draw has panned out.
Their first two games in the knockout phase will be played in Mexico City, which could ultimately prove to be a massive advantage.
Odds of 15/2 to reach the semi-finals are a tempting proposition and could give punters a good run for their money.
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