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FIFA World Cup 2026
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48 teams · 104 matches · USA, Canada & Mexico · Expert odds, tips and exclusive bonuses from top sportsbooks

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Days of Football
Jul 19
Final Date
⚡ Quick Answer — World Cup 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts June 11 with Mexico vs South Africa in Mexico City. France (4.50), Brazil (5.00) and Argentina (6.00) are the current betting favourites. The final is July 19 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. bet365 and Betsson offer the best World Cup betting markets with live streaming of all matches.

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World Cup 2026 Betting FAQ
Who are the favourites to win the 2026 World Cup? +
France, Brazil and Argentina are the current betting favourites for the 2026 World Cup. France are priced around 4.50, Brazil 5.00 and Argentina 6.00 at most sportsbooks. England (8.00), Spain (9.00) and Germany (10.00) are also considered strong contenders.
When does the 2026 World Cup start and end? +
The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts on June 11, 2026 with Mexico vs South Africa in Mexico City. The group stage runs until June 27. The final is on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup? +
The 2026 FIFA World Cup features a record 48 teams — up from 32 in previous tournaments. They are divided into 12 groups of 4. The top 2 from each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32, making it 32 teams in the knockout stage.
Where is the 2026 World Cup held? +
The 2026 World Cup is co-hosted by USA, Canada and Mexico across 16 cities. US cities include New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Seattle, Boston, Houston, Philadelphia, Kansas City and San Francisco. Canada hosts in Toronto and Vancouver. Mexico hosts in Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara.
What is the best betting site for World Cup 2026? +
bet365 is our top pick for World Cup 2026 betting — offering live streaming of matches, 1,000+ markets per game, in-play betting and a Bet £10 Get £30 welcome offer. Betsson is the best option for Swedish and Nordic bettors with local licensing and Swish payments.
Can I watch World Cup 2026 matches on betting sites? +
Yes — bet365 streams World Cup matches live for customers with a funded account. You need to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours or have a positive balance to access the stream. Coverage varies by country.
Sweden i VM 2026? +
Sverige kvalificerade sig tyvärr inte till VM 2026. Närmaste nordiska lag är Norge (i grupp I) och Danmark (potentiellt via playoff). Betsson erbjuder de bästa oddsen på nordiska favoriter.
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