The World Cup 2026 has already produced plenty of excitement over the past few weeks, with shock eliminations and superb underdog performances, and the drama is only set to increase as the tournament heads into the quarter-finals, with just three matches now separating the remaining nations from World Cup glory.
As the competition progresses, the favourites to lift the World Cup trophy have emerged, through several impressive displays and standout performances from players capable of leading their side to the trophy.
Here, we look at the favourites to lift the World Cup trophy come the end of July:
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France to win – 2.85, 5K2NTPV
France went into the World Cup as arguably the favourites thanks to the immense quality throughout their squad, and they have certainly lived up to expectations during the tournament so far.
After a difficult first half against Senegal in their opening group game, a dazzling attacking display in the second 45 minutes featured a Kylian Mbappe brace and Bradley Barcola goal, securing France a 3-1 win.
That win ignited France’s tournament, with Didier Deschamps’ side subsequently winning all of their next four matches, with Ousmane Dembele, Mbappe and Michael Olise particularly impressive in attack.
Mbappe has already scored seven goals, Dembele has struck four, while Michael Olise boasts five assists, and with a solid defence at the other end, it is no surprise that France are the standout favourites.
Spain to win – 4.50, 5K2P56Y
Spain may not have been at their best at the World Cup thus far, but the reigning European champions have shown their quality in moments, particularly during the knockout rounds.
Spain dominated Austria in a comfortable 3-0 win in the Round of 32, followed by narrowly defeating Portugal 1-0 in a blockbuster Round of 16 clash.
Given the quality displayed in those matches, plus the ability across a deep squad, including the likes of Lamine Yamal and Pedri, Spain are certainly among the best sides at the World Cup and have every chance of claiming the trophy.
Argentina – 5.50, 5K2P8J7
Argentina recently struggled to progress past Egypt and the resilient and unlikely Cape Verde in the Round of 32, requiring an extra-time winner to seal the 3-2 victory.
While they have shown signs of being below the level they achieved at the last World Cup, talisman Lionel Messi has shown no signs of slowing down, scoring a remarkable seven goals in the first four matches.
With the sensational Messi in attack and the dogged defence and midfield willing to run the hard yards for their star attacker, Argentina are certainly in the conversation to lift the trophy.
England to win – 6.00, 5K2PDXN
Another team seemingly yet to reach their peak, England have frustrated fans in their run to the quarter-finals, although their best performance did come in the Round of 16 as they stunningly defeated co-hosts Mexico.
A resilient performance against the host nation saw England eventually win 3-2 with just 10 men, having had a sending off in the 54th-minute, with Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham once again leading the Three Lions to victory.
Kane has now netted six goals and Bellingham boasts four, highlighting the star power in attack, and with Declan Rice, Elliot Anderson, Marc Guehi and Jordan Pickford playing in the spine of the side, Thomas Tuchel’s team have every chance of lifting the World Cup trophy.
Norway to win – 16.00, 5K2PDXN
Despite Norway’s modest past, you can’t look beyond Erling Haaland at the moment. The Man City striker has now scored 27 goals in his last 14 competitive international matches for Norway, including seven in four at this World Cup. With him, Norway can beat anyone, aided by the likes of Martin Odegaard, Alexander Sorloth and Antonio Nusa.
Belgium to win – 31.00
Morocco to win – 31.00
Switzerland to win – 31.00
Elsewhere, Belgium and Morocco have all impressed on their routes to the quarter-finals and are all capable of pulling off upsets, propping up the odds at 31.00.
