Spain, France, and England are currently the leading favorites to reach the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook. The tournament, which kicks off on June 11, will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with the final set for Sunday July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Currently, Spain holds the narrowest edge as the top favorite, reflecting strong recent form and a squad bolstered by young talent such as 18-year-old Lamine Yamal.
France follows closely, while England is next. Argentina aims to become the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups.
Teams like Portugal and Germany also feature among the top contenders, while host nation the United States is considered a long shot. Odds will shift as the group stage and knockout rounds unfold, reflecting team performance, injuries, and betting trends.
Star players like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are expected to make their final World Cup appearances, joined by rising stars such as Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham.
With the World Cup’s expanded field of 48 teams and 104 matches, fans and bettors can expect significant odds movement as results, injuries, and standout performances shape the path to the semifinals and beyond.
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