Opta Supercomputer: France Still Top Favorites for World Cup

Following the World Cup round of 16, Opta's supercomputer has updated its favorites. France remains the leading contender with a 28% probability of winning the title. Spain is second at 22%, England third at 17%, while defending champion Argentina has dropped to fourth with 16%. Norway (6%), Morocco and Belgium (both 4%), and Switzerland (3%) round out the list.

France has been perfect so far, winning all five matches with a 14-2 goal difference. They have beaten Senegal (3-1), Iraq (3-0), Norway (4-1), Sweden (3-0), and Paraguay (1-0). In the quarterfinals on Thursday, they will face Morocco, who defeated Canada 3-0 in the round of 16.

The 2026 World Cup will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The current world champions are Argentina.