Brazil, Argentina & Spain All To Win Their Groups - 5/4
Brazil’s pedigree in this competition is well known as statistically they are the best performing team in the World Cup with five trophies to their name. Managed by Carlo Ancelotti, the Italian brings a wealth of experience in knockout competitions, which could benefit Brazil who are chasing their first World Cup triumph since 2002
Holders Argentina are looking to become only the third team in World Cup history to defend the crown. With Lionel Messi now 39 years old, their path to gold looks more difficult, but the squad contains enough top quality players to give any nation a run for their money.
Spain are one of the favourites to win the 2026 World Cup, but being on the same side of the draw as France could see their tournament come to an end in the semi-finals. With the youth and exuberance of Lamine Yamal in attack and a midfield packed with skill, quality and creativity, you wouldn't bet against Spain coming close to their second World Cup title this year.
Norway to win Group I - 10/3
Norway powered through qualifying and helped condemn Italy to yet another World Cup absence with two crushing defeats of the Azzurri. Competing in their first World Cup since 1998, Norway aren’t short of individual quality, with a squad featuring the likes of Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard.
Uzbekistan, Panama & Iraq All To Finish Bottom Of Their Groups - 12/5
Managed by former World Cup-winning Italy captain Fabio Cannavaro, Uzbekistan are composed primarily of players based in their own domestic league. A strong qualification campaign has led them here, but player quality will make it hard for them to get out of what is a tough group.
Panama will take part in their second World Cup this summer and while they’re not likely to make it out of the group, they’re unlikely to be the whipping boys like they were in 2018.
Iraq have qualified for just their second-ever World Cup, and their first in 50 years. Given the strength of their group it’s hard to imagine them playing any more than three games this summer, but they’ll be determined to give a good account of themselves.