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- Spain are 9/2 favourites with bet365 to win the 2026 World Cup after lifting the Euros.
- Kylian Mbappe is 6/1 favourite to win the Golden Boot, just ahead of Harry Kane at 7/1.
- Tournament takes place across the USA, Canada, and Mexico starting in June 2026.
Spain Favourites for World Cup 2026 After Euro Triumph
Fresh from lifting the European Championship trophy, Spain have been installed as 9/2 favourites with UK Betting Sites to win the FIFA World Cup 2026, which takes place in North America.
Their clinical performances and emerging talent pool have made them the early team to beat, edging ahead of England (11/2) in the outright betting. France, Brazil, and Argentina sit close behind at 8/1, highlighting how wide open the tournament could be.
This will be the first World Cup featuring 48 teams and the first hosted across three countries (USA, Mexico, and Canada), with matches spread across 16 cities.
Bet365's latest betting market gives Spain an implied probability of 18.2% of winning the World Cup next summer.
World Cup 2026 Winner Odds
| World Cup 2026 Winner | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | 9/2 | 18.2% |
| England | 11/2 | 15.4% |
| France | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Brazil | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Argentina | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Portugal | 11/1 | 8.3% |
| Germany | 12/1 | 7.7% |
Mbappe Tops Golden Boot Market as Kane, Messi Chase
The Top Goalscorer market sees Kylian Mbappe priced at 6/1 favourite after finishing top scorer in Qatar 2022 and leading France into another competitive era.
Harry Kane (7/1) will once again lead the line for England and is expected to be a key figure if Thomas Tuchel's side are to go deep.
Lionel Messi (12/1) could feature in his final World Cup, while Erling Haaland (14/1) and Lamine Yamal (16/1) provide the next-gen threat.
What the expert says...
World Cup 2026 Top Goalscorer Odds
| World Cup 2026 Top Goalscorer | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Kylian Mbappe | 6/1 | 14.3% |
| Harry Kane | 7/1 | 12.5% |
| Lionel Messi | 12/1 | 7.7% |
| Erling Haaland | 14/1 | 6.7% |
| Lamine Yamal | 16/1 | 5.9% |
| Ousmane Dembele | 20/1 | 4.8% |
With more matches in this new 48-team format, the Golden Boot race could be more unpredictable than ever, giving value to both favourites and long-shot options.
Where To Bet on World Cup 2026 Markets
Markets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are now open at leading UK betting sites, including bet365, with odds available for:
- Outright winner
- Golden Boot
- Group winners
- Country to reach final / semi-finals
Fans can compare odds, promos, and the latest markets using the best football betting sites list.
New users can also take advantage of free bets and enhanced odds in the run-up to the tournament.
