Argentina defeated France in one of the greatest World Cup Finals ever produced. And while mobs of Argentinians celebrate, the rest of us look ahead at World Cup 2026 futures odds.
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World Cup 2026 Favorites, Futures, Betting Odds
France +500
This is all about Kylian Mbappe, who nearly lifted France to a second straight World Cup title. The French national team is certainly more than one player, but it’s certainly nice to have someone of his caliber.
Mbappe, 24, will be squarely in his prime when World Cup 2026 rolls around. The French side features plenty of complementary young talent that will be in full stride 3.5 years from now.
Brazil +550
Can Neymar pull off a “Messi” – winning a World Cup for his country before retiring from international play? (Although, there’s chatter of a Messi return.) Neymar will be 34 for World Cup 2026, perhaps with enough left in the tank to shine in North America.
Richarlison and Vinicius Junior are two attacking players, among others, who figure to feature prominently. And there will always be new names to learn from such a talent-rich soccer nation.
England +750
It must feel like “always a bridesmaid, never a bride” for England. The “Three Lions” frequently venture deep into tournaments only to fall short. Another lengthy run is a solid bet, but it’s tough sledding for any team that advances to the quarterfinals and beyond.
Star striker Harry Kane will be 33 in what may be his final shot to bring home a World Cup trophy for England. Provided he’s able to remain in peak physical condition, he’ll serve as the foundation of a team with immense talent all over the pitch.
Spain +900
Manager Luis Enrique was replaced by Luis de la Fuente, the Spanish U21 boss. Spain will have time to become accustomed to their new system throughout the UEFA Nations League and the 2024 European Championships.
There is plenty of young talent on this squad, starting with midfield maestro Pedri and precocious forward Ansu Fati, both of whom will be 23 for World Cup 2026.
World Cup 2026 Best of the Rest
Germany +900 | Argentina +1000 | Portugal +1200 | Netherlands +1600 | Italy +1600
Each of these five countries considers itself a world soccer powerhouse and for good reason.
Argentina will have the opportunity to pull off what France could not – win a second consecutive World Cup. However, the expectation is neither Messi nor Angel Di Maria will play in 2026.
Julian Alvarez, 22, established himself as one of the game’s budding stars and will serve as a centerpiece for Argentina moving forward.
Portugal and the Netherlands may lose key cogs in their equation, but they still have the talent necessary to plant themselves in the mix to win it all. The same can be said for both Germany and Italy, but their respective focuses will start with advancing beyond the group stage and making the tournament in the first place.
World Cup 2026 Sleepers and Dark Horses to Watch
USA +2500 | Mexico +5000 | Canada +10000
We’ll focus on the host nation(s), who each receive an automatic bid into the expanded, 48-team World Cup in 2026.
The USA was the only one of the trio to advance beyond the group stage in 2022, and they’ll return with what figures to be a better, more mature roster.
Mexico, a traditional soccer giant in the region, and Canada, one of the world’s up-and-coming programs, are both worth watching leading up to the next edition of the World Cup.
El Tri is undergoing transition as they’ll play under a new manager. Canada, meanwhile, appears to be all in with head man John Herdman.
Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook.
