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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Jujemay Awit

World Cup Quarterfinals Odds: France Leads Betting Board, But Norway's Cinderella Run Steals the Spotlight

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Captain Kylian Mbappé hopes to lead the French National Football Team to victory in the World Cup 2026 quarterfinal game against Morocco. (Credit: Equipe de France de Football Instagram Account)

The World Cup quarterfinals have arrived with a mix of familiar giants and suprise challengers. France remain the heavy favorite to win the World Cup 2026, according to Polymarket, the crypto-based prediction and betting site. Updated odds show Kylian Mbappé and his squad have a 33% chance of winning it all.

The two-time champions will face its first obstacle to the FIFA World Cup trophy on Thursday, 9 July, during the first quarterfinal game with Morocco, which only has a 3% odds. Beyond Polymarket World Cup odds, FIFA rankings also weigh against Morocco, with France placed first overall compared to the African team's fifth.

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