France Tops 2026 World Cup Odds, Driving Record Betting Volumes

Caesar Sports vice‑president Craig Mucklow said the Les Bleus are "head and shoulders the most popular team" in futures, citing a 5‑0 record and a 14‑2 goal differential. Paris’s star Kylian Mbappé and the squad’s quality have kept bettors on track since the group stage. sport-ipl.my

France’s knockout performances—3‑0 vs. Sweden and 1‑0 vs. Paraguay—have attracted the highest wagering amounts, with games involving France ranking among the top six in money wagered at Caesars. Mucklow noted that France is the best result for bettors, ahead of Argentina, Norway and Spain.