Soccer enthusiasts globally have been eagerly anticipating the first 48-team World Cup, and the group stage was revealed this week. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to take place in North America and will be available for live viewing on FOX and the FOX Sports app.
Bettors and fans are already focusing on this major sporting event, which starts on June 11th, with the final match scheduled for July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. To get a deeper understanding of the odds as of December 5th, take a look at DraftKings Sportsbook.
2026 World Cup Odds:
- Spain: +450 (bet $10 to win $55 total)
- England: +550 (bet $10 to win $65 total)
- France: +750 (bet $10 to win $85 total)
- Brazil: +800 (bet $10 to win $90 total)
- Argentina: +800 (bet $10 to win $90 total)
- Portugal: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total)
- Germany: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total)
- Netherlands: +2000 (bet $10 to win $210 total)
- Norway: +2800 (bet $10 to win $290 total)
- Italy: +3000 (bet $10 to win $310 total)
- Belgium: +4000 (bet $10 to win $410 total)
- Colombia: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)
- Uruguay: +6500 (bet $10 to win $660 total)
- USA: +8000 (bet $10 to win $810 total)
- Switzerland: +8000 (bet $10 to win $810 total)
- Morocco: +8000 (bet $10 to win $810 total)
- Ecuador: +8000 (bet $10 to win $810 total)
- Mexico: +8000 (bet $10 to win $810 total)
- Croatia: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)
- Japan: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)
- Senegal: +12000 (bet $10 to win $1,210 total)
Host Countries:
United States
The US team, featuring stars like Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie, boasts players from top European leagues. Having qualified for 11 previous World Cups, the US achieved its best finish in 1930, reaching the semifinals.
Canada
Top players such as Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David highlight Canada’s squad, which is aiming for its first World Cup victory after participating twice before.
Mexico
With players like Irving Lozano and Santiago Jimenez, Mexico strives to build on its 17 World Cup appearances, having reached the quarterfinals in both 1970 and 1986.
Notable UEFA Teams:
Spain
With stars like Pedri and Alvaro Morata, Spain has participated in 16 World Cups, claiming victory in 2010 and winning the Euro 2024.
France
Led by Kylian Mbappe, who is on track to surpass Miroslav Klose’s World Cup goal record, France has secured the trophy twice since its 16 World Cup appearances.
England
With key players like Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, and Bukayo Saka, England aims to replicate its 1966 World Cup win after 16 participations.
Germany
Boasting talents such as Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala, Germany holds a record of four World Cup victories from 20 appearances.
Portugal
Portugal’s squad includes Bruno Fernandes and Cristiano Ronaldo, having participated in eight World Cups with their best finish in 2006.
Netherlands
The team, featuring Virgil van Dijk and Memphis Depay, has finished as runners-up thrice in 11 World Cups.
Notable CONMEBOL Teams:
Argentina
With Lionel Messi leading a talented squad, Argentina has claimed victory three times in 18 World Cups, most recently in 2022.
Brazil
Led by stars like Vinicius Junior, Brazil is the most successful team with five World Cup wins and has participated in every tournament since its inception.
Uruguay
Key players such as Federico Valverde and Darwin Nuñez help propel Uruguay, a two-time champion in 14 World Cup participations.
Colombia
Colombia looks to capitalize on talents like Luis Diaz, participating in six World Cups with their best finish in 2014.
Notable CAF Teams:
Morocco
Morocco’s squad includes Achraf Hakimi and Youssef En-Nesyri. The team reached the semifinals in 2022, their best ever showing across six World Cups.
Senegal
With players like Sadio Mane and Kalidou Koulibaly, Senegal has participated three times and reached the quarterfinals in 2002.
Ghana
Led by key players like Mohamed Kudus, Ghana aims to replicate its best World Cup performance from 2010.
Notable AFC Teams:
South Korea
Son Heung-min headlines South Korea’s squad, who has participated 11 times, achieving a semi-final finish in 2002.
Japan
Japan, represented by Takefusa Kubo and Wataru Endo, has reached the Round of 16 in four of its seven World Cup appearances.
Australia
With experienced players like Jackson Irvine, Australia has qualified for the last six World Cups and reached the knockout stage twice.
Notable OFC Teams:
New Zealand
Chris Wood leads New Zealand, which has participated in two World Cups but has yet to advance past the group stage.
This news is significant for soccer fans as it marks a historic expansion of the World Cup, offering more nations the chance to participate, which could elevate the competition level. The anticipation surrounding the tournament could also foster excitement for soccer on a global scale, furthering its expansion in North America.
