World Cup 2026 Top Favorites

Who should you back for World Cup 2026?

Argentina at 3.50 are the shortest-priced favourites heading into 2026. They are the only team to have won back-to-back World Cups in the modern era since Brazil (1958, 1962). However, the core of the 2022 squad — Messi, Di María, Ángel Coria — will be 34–41 years old by June 2026. The key question is whether Messi plays and how influential he can be. If fit and in form, Argentina remain the pick. France at 4.50 represent the outstanding value at the top of the market. Kylian Mbappé will be 27 — prime tournament age. Griezmann, Camavinga, Upamecano give them world-class depth. Their 2022 Final appearance (losing on penalties) showed how close they were. England at 6.00 have Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden in their mid-to-late 20s in 2026. Penalties have been England's nightmare but their squad depth is extraordinary. For full context on all contenders, visit our World Cup 2026 betting guide, then check the odds for all 48 teams and our betting tips page.