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World Cup Predictions: Netherlands Leads Trio of Winner Picks

 

16h48 SAST

26/03/2026

The article provides predictions for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawing insights from BetMGM's online sportsbook betting odds as of March 2026. Spain is identified as the current market favorite to win the tournament with odds of +400, closely followed by fellow UEFA sides England at +550 and France at +700. In total, five teams are listed with odds of +800 or better, while the USMNT's odds are set at +5000. The author particularly emphasizes the Netherlands (+1800) as a compelling pick, citing their consistent success in previous World Cups, including third and second-place finishes in 2014 and 2010, a quarterfinal exit three years prior, and reaching the semifinals at the 2024 Euros. The Dutch team's underlying metrics, specifically a +1.55 post-shot expected goal differential, and a favorable upcoming schedule leading into the World Cup, are presented as reasons for their strong potential. This soft schedule, with no matches against top-30 FIFA ranked teams between September 4 and November 17, is expected to ensure the Netherlands enters the tournament in peak form. Additionally, Switzerland is mentioned as a potential dark horse, attributed to their robust midfield partnership of Granit Xhaka and Remo Freuler, and a strong defense featuring Manchester City's Manuel Akanji. This defensive strength allowed Switzerland to concede only two goals across six qualifying matches for the 2024 Euros, even against teams like Kosovo, Slovenia, and Sweden, further bolstered by their performance at the 2024 Euros. The article suggests that these factors make Switzerland a team to watch.
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