2026 World Cup betting guide: Predictions to win, dark horses, Golden Boot, and more

Betting 2026 World Cup betting guide: Predictions to win, dark horses, Golden Boot, and more By Michael Leboff Published June 8, 2026, 10:00 a.m. ET Brazil's Endrick chasing down the ball. AP Photo/Silvia Izquierdo See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. The 2026 World Cup will be the biggest sporting event in human history. For the first time ever, the tournament features a field of 48 teams, and it will be played across three countries. The expanded field brings with it a new format, with the 48 countries split into 12 groups of four.

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