What World Cup betting markets are available on the Betfair Sportsbook?

The Betfair Sportsbook covers the full range of World Cup markets across both outright and match-by-match betting. Outright markets include tournament winner, Golden Boot, and group winners. For individual matches you'll find match result, both teams to score, correct score, over/under goals, and first goalscorer. Bet Builder is available on selected matches, letting you combine multiple markets from the same game, such as a match result, a goalscorer, and a card, into a single bet.

What is Bet Builder and how do I use it for World Cup matches?

Bet Builder lets you build a custom bet by combining several selections from the same World Cup match into one. For example, you could combine a team to win, a specific player to score anytime, and over 2.5 goals into a single bet slip. Your combined odds are calculated automatically. Free bet rewards from the Betfair welcome offer can be used on Bet Builders, accumulators, or multiples. Bet Builder is available via both the desktop site and the Betfair app.

What are some upcoming fixtures for FIFA World Cup betting?

Bet on popular FIFA World Cup markets such as Mexico v South Africa, South Korea v Czechia, Canada v Bosnia, USA v Paraguay, Qatar v Switzerland.

What is Safe Sub on the Betfair Sportsbook?

Safe Sub ensures your player prop bet stays alive until the final whistle. If you back a player for a market such as a shot on target and that player is substituted at any point, your bet rolls over to the player who comes on. This is particularly useful for World Cup player markets where squad rotation and tactical substitutions are common throughout the tournament. Safe Sub applies to selected competitions and player markets including shots, shots on target, and fouls.

Can I place World Cup accumulators on the Betfair Sportsbook?

Yes. Accumulators are fully supported on the Betfair Sportsbook, letting you combine results from multiple World Cup matches into one bet for multiplied returns. With 104 matches across the 2026 tournament, there are daily acca opportunities throughout the group stage and knockout rounds. Check the Promotions tab for any acca-specific offers running during the tournament.

When is the FIFA World Cup 2026 and how many teams are in it?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026, taking place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the first time the tournament has been hosted by three nations. It is also the first World Cup to feature 48 teams, expanded from the 32 that competed in Qatar, with sides split into 12 groups of four. The final takes place on 19 July at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Who are the favourites to win the 2026 World Cup?

Outright odds on the Betfair Sportsbook are updated regularly as qualifying results come in and team news develops. Traditional contenders such as France, England, Brazil, Argentina, and Spain typically head the market. Odds shift throughout the qualifying period and accelerate once the group stage draw is confirmed. Check the World Cup winner marke t on Betfair for the latest prices.

What is the Golden Boot market on Betfair?

The Golden Boot market lets you back individual players to finish as the tournament's top scorer. With 104 matches being played across 2026, 40 more than at the previous World Cup, there is greater opportunity for prolific forwards to accumulate goals. This is one of the most popular outright World Cup markets alongside the tournament winner, and prices are available well in advance of the opening match.

Does Betfair Sportsbook offer in-play World Cup betting?

Yes. In-play betting is available throughout the World Cup on the Betfair Sportsbook, with markets updating in real time as matches progress. The in-play experience is fast and responsive, with odds updating in real time. Cash Out is also available in-play on most match markets, giving you the flexibility to settle bets early as the game unfolds.

Is the Betfair Sportsbook licensed and regulated in the UK?

Yes. Betfair is a licensed and legal operation in the UK, holding a UK Gambling Commission licence. It is part of Flutter Entertainment, one of the world's largest sports betting and gaming groups. Responsible gambling tools are available including deposit limits, loss limits, self-exclusion via GamStop, and time-out features. Must be 18 or over to bet.

Popular World Cup Outright Markets

Tournament Awards FIFA Golden Boot Winner – Top tournament goalscorer FIFA Golden Ball – Best overall player FIFA Golden Glove – Best goalkeeper FIFA Young Player Award – Best player under 21 Top Team Goalscorer Markets Back your pick for each nation's leading scorer: England Top Team Goalscorer Spain Top Team Goalscorer USA Top Team Goalscorer Canada Top Team Goalscorer Mexico Top Team Goalscorer Scotland Top Team Goalscorer World Cup Specials Total Goals (Excluding Penalty Shootouts) Goals & Corners Specials

Understanding World Cup Formats

The FIFA World Cup uses a two-stage format combining group play and knockout rounds. Group Stage 32 teams (expanding to 48 teams from 2026) are divided into groups. Each team plays every other team in their group once. The top two teams from each group advance to the knockout rounds. Points are awarded: 3 for a win, 1 for a draw, 0 for a loss. Knockout Rounds Single elimination matches from the Round of 16 through to the Final. If scores are level after 90 minutes, 30 minutes of extra time is played. If still level, the match is decided by a penalty shootout. Third-Place Playoff The two losing semi-finalists compete for third place, played before the Final.

World Cup Betting Markets Explained

Match Winner (1X2) - Bet on the home team win, draw or away team win after 90 minutes. Extra time and penalties do not count. Outright Winner - Bet on which nation will lift the World Cup trophy. Top Goalscorer - Predict which player will score the most goals in the tournament. Dead heat rules apply if players tie. Group Winner - Bet on which team finishes top of their group. To Reach the Final - Back a team to reach the Final, win or lose. Correct Score - Predict the exact final scoreline after 90 minutes. Both Teams to Score - Bet on whether both teams will score in the match. Total Goals (Over/Under) - Predict whether total goals will be above or below a set line, e.g., Over 2.5. Asian Handicap - A handicap applied to level the playing field between teams of different quality, e.g., Germany -1.5 means they must win by 2+ goals. Player to Score Anytime - Back a player to score at any point during the match.

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11 Jun20:00

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12 Jun03:00

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Bosnia

12 Jun20:00

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Paraguay

13 Jun02:00

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Switzerland

13 Jun20:00

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Morocco

13 Jun23:00

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14 Jun02:00

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Türkiye

14 Jun05:00

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Curacao

14 Jun18:00

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14 Jun21:00

Ivory Coast

Ecuador

15 Jun00:00

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Tunisia

15 Jun03:00

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Cape Verde

15 Jun17:00

Belgium

Egypt

15 Jun20:00

Saudi Arabia

Uruguay

15 Jun23:00

Iran

New Zealand

16 Jun02:00

France

Senegal

16 Jun20:00

Iraq

Norway

16 Jun23:00

Argentina

Algeria

17 Jun02:00

Austria

Jordan

17 Jun05:00

Portugal

DR Congo

17 Jun18:00

England

Croatia

17 Jun21:00

Ghana

Panama

18 Jun00:00

Uzbekistan

Colombia

18 Jun03:00

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South Africa

18 Jun17:00

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Bosnia

18 Jun20:00

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Qatar

18 Jun23:00

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South Korea

19 Jun02:00

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19 Jun20:00

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19 Jun23:00

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Haiti

20 Jun01:30

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Paraguay

20 Jun04:00

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20 Jun18:00

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Ivory Coast

20 Jun21:00

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Curacao

21 Jun01:00

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21 Jun05:00

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21 Jun17:00

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21 Jun20:00

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Cape Verde

21 Jun23:00

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22 Jun02:00

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22 Jun18:00

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Iraq

22 Jun22:00

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Senegal

23 Jun01:00

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Algeria

23 Jun04:00

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Uzbekistan

23 Jun18:00

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23 Jun21:00

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Croatia

24 Jun00:00

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24 Jun03:00

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24 Jun20:00

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24 Jun20:00

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24 Jun23:00

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24 Jun23:00

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25 Jun02:00

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25 Jun02:00

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25 Jun21:00

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25 Jun21:00

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26 Jun00:00

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26 Jun00:00

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26 Jun03:00

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26 Jun03:00

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26 Jun20:00

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26 Jun20:00

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27 Jun01:00

Cape Verde

Saudi Arabia

27 Jun01:00

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27 Jun04:00

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Iran

27 Jun04:00

Croatia

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27 Jun22:00

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England

27 Jun22:00

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Portugal

28 Jun00:30

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28 Jun00:30

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28 Jun03:00

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28 Jun03:00

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Croatia

17 Jun21:00

England

Ghana

23 Jun21:00

Panama

England

27 Jun22:00

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Cape Verde

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Senegal

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Group K

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