The biggest sporting event North America has ever hosted is in full swing, and two of the co-hosts, Mexico and the United States, are off to a dream start.
men's national team followed up Mexico's opening match victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with one of its own on Friday.
The USA had a dominant performance, beating Paraguay 4-1.
Mexico kicked off the tournament with a decisive 2-0 victory over South Africa on Thursday.
But the USA's odds to lift the trophy saw a great spike on Friday evening.
The Stars and Stripes are now +3500 to win the World Cup after its opening match victory.
Before the tournament, the USA was +5500 to win the tournament.
Mexico, meanwhile, saw its odds to win the tournament climb from +5500 to +5000 following its win.
With 100 matches remaining, Spain is currently the slight favorite to win the World Cup at +460, with France right on their heels at +470.
Behind those two European powerhouses, England comes third on the oddsboard at +750 with Portugal (+800), Brazil (+900) and Argentina (+950) behind them.
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2026 World Cup winner odds Spain: +460 (bet $10 to win $56 total)France: +470 (bet $10 to win $57 total)England: +750 (bet $10 to win $85 total)Portugal: +800 (bet $10 to win $90 total)Brazil: +900 (bet $10 to win $100 total)Argentina: +950 (bet $10 to win $105 total)Germany: +1300 (bet $10 to win $140 total)Netherlands: +1700 (bet $10 to win $180 total)Belgium: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total)Norway: +3300 (bet $10 to win $340 total) Colombia: +3500 (bet $10 to win $360 total)United States: +3500 (bet $10 to win $360 total)Mexico: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total)Morocco: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total) Japan: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total) Uruguay: +6000 (bet $10 to win $610 total)Türkiye: +7000 (bet $10 to win $710 total) Croatia: +7000 (bet $10 to win $710 total)Switzerland: +7500 (bet $10 to win $760 total) HOST NATIONS United States The United States is led by Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Tyler Adams, and Chris Richards, with several players competing in Europe’s top leagues.
has appeared in 11 previous World Cups, with its best finish coming in 1930 when the team reached the semifinals.
Add in Folarin Balogun's offensive firepower, and it looks like the U.S.
can be a legitimate World Cup contender after its opening win against Paraguay.
Canada Canada’s key players include Jonathan David and Alphonso Davies, giving the squad top-tier pace and goal-scoring ability.
Canada has made two previous World Cup appearances, and is still looking for its first win ever in the tournament.
Les Rouges escaped its first World Cup match with a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina after trailing for most of the match and will eye its first ever World Cup win against Qatar next Thursday.
Mexico Mexico’s top contributors include Raúl Jiménez and Julián Quiñones, two players who scored a goal in Mexico's opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Mexico has played in 17 previous World Cups and reached the quarterfinals twice, in 1970 and 1986.
UEFA TEAMS TO KNOW Spain Spain’s top talents include Pedri, Lamine Yamal and Rodri, forming a core that blends elite playmaking with scoring depth.
Spain has appeared in 16 previous World Cups and won the tournament once, lifting the trophy in 2010.
The team also won the 2024 Euros.
France France enters with Kylian Mbappé as the star player, with the 26-year-old just five goals shy of passing Miroslav Klose (16) for the most career goals at the World Cup.
France has made 16 previous World Cup appearances and won the title twice, in 1998 and 2018.
England England’s key players include Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice, forming one of the nation’s strongest generations in decades.
England has reached 16 previous World Cups and won the trophy once, in 1966.
Germany Germany features Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala and Joshua Kimmich as central figures in a talented squad.
Germany has participated in 20 previous World Cups and won four titles, most recently in 2014.
Portugal Portugal’s top group includes Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha, with Cristiano Ronaldo still involved as the team's all-time leading scorer and cap leader.
Portugal has competed in eight previous World Cups and recorded its best finish in 2006, reaching the semifinals.
Netherlands The Netherlands features top players such as Virgil van Dijk, Ryan Gravenberch and Denzel Dumfries, forming a core built around elite defending and midfield control.
Memphis Depay should also be on the team, the country's all-time leading goalscorer.
The Netherlands has appeared in 11 previous World Cups and finished as runner-up three times, in 1974, 1978 and 2010.
CONMEBOL TEAMS TO KNOW Argentina Argentina is anchored by Lionel Messi, with Julián Álvarez, Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez— headlining one of the most talented rosters in the tournament.
Argentina has played in 18 previous World Cups and won three, including the most recent tournament in 2022.
Brazil Brazil’s roster is led by Vinícius Júnior, Raphinha and Marquinhos, giving the team elite attacking and defensive quality.
Brazil has appeared in every World Cup and holds a record five titles, with its most recent one coming in 2002.
Uruguay Uruguay’s leading players include Federico Valverde, Darwin Núñez and Ronald Araújo, forming a core with elite midfield range and speed.
Uruguay has appeared in 14 previous World Cups and won the tournament twice, in 1930 and 1950.
Colombia Colombia is headlined by Luis Díaz and James Rodríguez, with the former playing for Bayern Munich and the latter having a decorated World Cup résumé.
Colombia has made six previous World Cupsand recorded its best finish in 2014, reaching the quarterfinals.
CAF TEAMS TO KNOW Morocco Morocco’s key contributors include Achraf Hakimi, Noussair Mazaroui and Brahm Díaz, each with major European club experience.
Morocco has appeared in six previous World Cups and achieved its historic best finish in 2022, reaching the semifinals.
Senegal Senegal’s top players include Sadio Mané, Kalidou Koulibaly and Idrissa Gueye, forming one of Africa’s most experienced cores.
Senegal has appeared in three World Cups and reached its best finish in 2002, advancing to the quarterfinals.
Ghana Ghana is led by Mohammed Kudus, Antoine Semenyo and Inaki Williams, giving the squad strong playmaking and midfield presence.
Ghana has competed in four previous World Cups and reached its best result in 2010, making the quarterfinals.
AFC TEAMS TO KNOW South Korea South Korea opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Czechia.
Their odds to win the World Cup have risen to +30000 from their initial pre-tournament +40000 mark.
South Korea is headlined by Son Heung-min, supported by key players such as Kim Min-jae and Lee Kang-in.
South Korea has played in 11 previous World Cups and reached its best finish in 2002, advancing to the semifinals as co-host.
Japan Japan features Takefusa Kubo and Kaoru Mitoma as its leading players, blending top European experience with emerging talent.
Japan has appeared in seven previous World Cups and reached the Round of 16 four times, its best result to date.
Australia Australia’s top players include Jackson Irvine and keeper Mathew Ryan as its most experienced members.
Australia has competed in six previous World Cups and reached the round of 16 twice, in 2006 and 2022.
OFC TEAMS TO KNOW New Zealand New Zealand is led by all-time leading scorer Chris Wood, with 45 international goals to his name.
New Zealand has appeared in two previous World Cups (1982, 2010), and did not advance from the group stage in either appearance.
Sources: Fox Sports
