With the expanded field of 48 teams, the Round of 16 is now the second knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. France (-450) and Spain (-390) lead the odds as favorites to at least reach this stage, followed by England (-360) and Germany (-280). Host nations Mexico (-155), USA (-130), and Canada (+100) are also expected to advance despite varying odds.
The odds reflect recent tournament performances, with France reaching at least the quarterfinals in their last three World Cups. Spain, however, has struggled in recent knockout stages despite their 2010 championship. The betting lines suggest these teams face significant pressure to deliver early results in the expanded tournament format. newsbetting.cv
