Latest World Cup Odds & Betting Lines

World Cup 2022 Odds 

The best soccer teams from across the globe will descend upon Qatar to battle for World Cup glory this winter.  

OddsTrader takes an in-depth look at this exciting tournament. Read on to learn more about the format and how you can bet on the current most important soccer tournament by breaking down the World Cup futures odds of the leading contenders. 

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World Cup 2022 Key Details

• Dates: Monday, November 21 – Sunday, December 18

• Location: Qatar

• TV Channel: FOX Sports

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What is the World Cup? 

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The World Cup is the most prestigious international soccer tournament. It takes place every four years. 

The tournament pits the 32 best teams on the planet against one another. The 2022 World Cup will feature: 

• 13 teams from Europe 
• 5 from Asia 
• 5 from Africa 
• 4 from South America 
• 4 from North America (including the USMNT)

Each team needed to go through a rigorous qualifying process within its region to secure a place at the World Cup. 

Qatar also qualifies as the host country. The tournament is typically held during the summer, but it had to be moved to the winter due to the extreme summer heat in Qatar. 

It was a controversial move, as it will disrupt the 2022-23 club season in Europe and players will not have long to prepare for the tournament. 

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World Cup Format: Which teams are playing in the 2022 World Cup?

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The 32 teams are divided into eight groups. Each team plays against the other three teams in its group. You get:

• 3 points for a win
• 1 point for a draw (tie)
• 0 points for a loss

The top two teams in each group will qualify for the knockout stage, which is like a playoff. It is a single-elimination bracket, starting with the Round of 16 and then the quarter-finals and the semi-finals. The last two teams standing meet in the final to decide the world champion. 

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2022 World Cup Odds 

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These are the eight groups, along with the betting odds on each team finishing top via : 

Group A	Group B	Group C	Group D
Netherlands -160	England -240	Argentina -195	France -250
Senegal +370	Wales +550	Poland +410	Denmark +310
Ecuador +380	USA +700	Mexico +440	Australia +2000
Qatar +2400	Iran +2000	Saudi Arabia +3800	Tunisia +2000
Group E	Group F	Group G	Group H
Spain -115	Belgium -160	Brazil -220	Portugal -160
Germany +115	Croatia +290	Switzerland +450	Uruguay +260
Japan +1200	Morocco +600	Serbia +600	South Korea +900
Costa Rica +5500	Canada +1300	Cameroon +1400	Ghana +1200

You will be presented with thousands of World Cup betting options at the top-rated sportsbooks. They fall into four key groups: 

• World Cup Futures 
• Pre-Game Bets 
• Live, In-Play Bets 
• Parlays and Round Robins

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How to Bet World Cup Futures Odds

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A futures bet is a long-term wager that does not focus on a single game. These are the World Cup futures markets you can bet on: 

• World Cup Winner 
• Team to Reach the Final 
• Team to Reach the Semi-Final or Quarter-Final 
• Top Goalscorer (Golden Boot)
• The Winner of Each Group 
• Team to Qualify for the Knockout Stage 
• Group that will Yield the World Cup Winner

It is easy to place one of these bets. Just click one of the links on this page to visit a licensed sportsbook in your state and head to the soccer section. 

Choose “World Cup” and then “Futures” to see a list of options. Click on one to add it to the bet slip. Type in your bet amount. The slip will tell you the possible winnings you could earn. Click to confirm the bet.

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How to Bet On the 2022 World Cup Odds

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You will find hundreds of pre-game betting options on a World Cup match. These are some of the most popular options: 

• Moneyline 
• Draw No Bet (Two-Way Moneyline) 
• Double Chance 
• Handicap 
• Asian Handicap 
• Total Goals (Over/Under) 
• Halftime/Full-Time Result 
• Correct Score 
• Player Props 
• Game Props

Player props mainly focus on which player will score first, last, or at any time in the game, but more exotic markets can include “to score a header” or “to score a hat-trick.”

Most of the markets listed above will be available as live, in-play bets when the game gets underway. You can also roll picks together for parlays, round robins, and same-game parlays.

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How are the World Cup group stage odds different from the knockout stage odds?

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Group stage games and knockout stage games can end in a draw (tie). However, if a knockout stage game finishes in a draw after 90 minutes, it will go to extra time. 

That means the teams will play another 30 minutes. If they still cannot be separated, the match will be decided in a penalty shootout.  

“To Qualify” Option

As such, you will find a betting option called “To Qualify” on knockout stage games. If you bet on that market, it will include extra time and penalties. Other bets will be graded after 90 minutes.

For example, let’s say you bet on a team to win a quarter-final game. It finishes 1-1, and the team then wins 2-1 in extra time. If that is the case, your moneyline bet will be graded as a loser. Only the “To Qualify” bets will be graded as winners.

When it comes to the World Cup final, you will simply be able to bet on a “To Win The World Cup” market, which includes extra time and penalties.

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Where can I bet on the 2022 World Cup?

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You can bet on the 2022 World Cup at a licensed, regulated online sportsbook in your state. These are the best options for betting on the World Cup, including mobile users: 

• DraftKings 
• Unibet 
• Bet365
• BetMGM Sportsbook 
• FanDuel Sportsbook
• BetRivers
• PointsBet
• Caesars Sportsbook
• SBK
• MaximBet 

Make sure you use the OddsTrader grid to find the best soccer odds on the wagers you would like to place. These sportsbooks all have numerous betting choices available to bettors, including props (bets on teams and individual players) and futures.

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Who’s the heavy favorite to win the 2022 World Cup?

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Brazil is the favorite to be the outright winner of the World Cup for the sixth time. The Samba Boys last hoisted the Jules Rimet Trophy in 2002, but they have a very strong squad this year.

It features two of the world’s best goalkeepers – Alisson and Ederson – along with a solid defense led by Thiago Silva and Marquinhos. Fabinho and Casemiro provide steel in the midfield. 

In attack, Brazil has an embarrassment of riches, including Neymar, Gabriel Jesus, and Vinicius Junior. The Brazilians breezed through the South American qualifying group, and they look dangerous this year.

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Who are the contenders to win the 2022 World Cup?

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These are the three teams with the best chance of stopping Brazil from winning the World Cup: 

France

Les Bleus are the World Cup holders, and they have the strongest squad. It features many superstars including:

• Kylian Mbappé
• Karim Benzema
• Antoine Griezmann
• N’Golo Kante 

England

TheThree Lions went to the semi-finals of the last World Cup and the final of last summer’s European Championship. They are also stacked in attack and solid in defense, with the likes of Harry Kane on the team.

The only problem is that England and France are on a collision course to meet in the quarter-finals, whereas Brazil should be on the other side of the bracket. 

Spain

The Spaniards are fourth in the futures betting, ahead of Argentina, Germany, and the Netherlands. They always dominate possession, but a lack of dynamism in attack could be their Achilles heel. 

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Who are the long shots to win the Qatar 2022 World Cup?

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You can find a lot of exciting long shots in World Cup futures betting. These are some of the names that stand out: 

Denmark

The Danes are 11th in the world rankings after winning nine of their 10 World Cup qualifiers. They have already beaten France this year, but they are +3300 outsiders for the World Cup. 

Uruguay

The Uruguayans are +6000 underdogs, despite boasting a great deal of quality at both ends of the pitch.

Star defenders Diego Godin, José Giménez and Ronald Araújo are screened by Rodrigo Bentancur and Federico Valverde in midfield, while Luis Suarez, Edinson Cavani and Darwin Nuñez form a potent attack. 

Senegal

No team outside Europe or South America has ever won the World Cup, but the Lions of Teranga look like an intriguing long shot at +10000.

Star players include Sadio Mané and Kalidou Koubiably, and the African champion could spring a few surprises this year. 

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Has Lionel Messi won a World Cup?

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The World Cup is the one major trophy missing from Lionel Messi’s collection. He has won the Ballon d’Or a record seven times, and he has four Champions League winner’s medals, but he has never lifted the World Cup.

Argentina went to the final in 2014, but it lost to Germany. However, they won Copa América in 2021, its first major trophy in 28 years, so the squad is full of belief as it prepares for the World Cup. 

The Argentinian defense is looking more solid than it has done in previous years, while the likes of Lautaro Martinez and Angel Di Maria support Messi in a formidable attack.

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Has Cristiano Ronaldo won a World Cup?

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Ronaldo has not won a World Cup either. He led Portugal to victory at Euro 2016 and the UEFA Nations League in 2019, but they have never won the World Cup. 

That could all change this year, as they have a phenomenal attack. Ronaldo is the main man, but has an impressive supporting cast featuring:

• Bernardo Silva
• Diogo Jota
• Bruno Fernandes
• Joao Felix
• Rafael Leao

A defense led by Ruben Dias is also strong, so Portugal looks like a good bet at +1400. 

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Did Christian Pulisic play in the World Cup qualifying process for the USA?

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The USMNT’s star player put in a few appearances for the team as it finished third in the CONCACAF qualifying group, behind Canada and Mexico. 

However, the Chelsea winger has struggled with injuries over the past year, so head coach Gregg Berhalter will hope to have him fully fit for the World Cup. 

Team USA is a +10000 outsider with most sportsbooks, but it has a talented young team so it could go deeper into the tournament than expected. The USMNT features youngsters like

• Weston McKennie
• Sergino Dest
• Giovanni Reyna
• Brenden Aaronson

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Bet on the 2022 World Cup

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You can compare the World Cup betting odds at the leading online sportsbooks in your state by using OddsTrader.

Download the OddsTrader app today or use the website to maximize your profits when betting on the World Cup. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best sportsbooks to bet on soccer? 

DraftKings, Unibet, BetMGM and FanDuel are some of the best sportsbooks to bet on soccer. They offer a wide range of betting options, competitive odds and strong bonuses on the World Cup.

Bet365 is also a great option, but it is only available in New Jersey. 

What is the three-way line in soccer? 

There are three potential outcomes in a soccer match – home win, draw (tie) or away win. That means you have three options to choose from when placing a moneyline bet on soccer.

However, there is also a two-way moneyline option called “draw no bet”, which allows you to bet on either team and get your money back (as a push) if the game ends all square.

Can a WC match finish in a tie?

The WC match can finish in a tie. If a group stage game finishes in a regulation draw, each team gets 1 point. If a knockout stage game finishes in a regulation draw, it will go to extra-time and then a penalty shootout to determine which team advances to the next stage.

How is the winner of the 2022 World Cup determined? 

A team must finish in the top two of its World Cup group to advance to the knockout stage of the tournament. It must then win four games to be crowned champion. These are:

• Round of 16
• Quarter-final
• Semi-finals
• The final

What are the main World Cup betting markets? 

You can bet on the World Cup winner or you can wager on a team reaching a particular stage of the tournament, such as the quarter-finals. Bets are also available on the top scorer and the winner of each group.

The main betting markets on a World Cup game are:

• Moneyline
• Total Goals (Over/Under)
• Draw No Bet
• Both Teams to Score
• Handicap Lines

Who will host the next FIFA World Cup? 

The 2022 World Cup will take place in Qatar. The decision to award Qatar hosting rights is shrouded in controversy, but it has built several shiny new stadiums and the tournament is expected to go off without a hitch.

The 2026 World Cup will be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. 

What times will the World Cup games be on in the United States? 

Qatar is seven hours ahead of Eastern Time and 10 hours ahead of Pacific Time. That means the World Cup games will kickoff at:

• 5:00 AM EDT
• 8:00 AM EDT
• 11:00 AM EDT
• 2:00 PM EDT

The USA’s group stage games are all at 2:00 PM EDT. 

Which country is the most successful in World Cup history? 

Brazil is the most successful team in World Cup history, having won it five times.

Italy and Germany are next, with four apiece. No team outside Europe and South America has ever won the World Cup.