Over the next 10 days or so, at MyBookie Sportsbook, you will be able to bet on a whole slew of international friendly games, with the nations taking part in the 2018 World Cup in Russia finalizing their squads ahead of the opening game on June 14. This may actually be the last time that we see the World Cup in its current format, as the 2022 tournament in Qatar will be held in the winter and may be expanded to 48 teams, which is why now being a favorite in the 2018 World Cup odds is more meaningful.
For now, though, it will be the usual 32 nations taking part, and the usual suspects who are in as the favorites. There will be a couple of iconic countries missing this time out, with Italy and Holland both failing to qualify. With all that in mind, let’s take a look at the favorites for the 2018 World Cup.
It is a little unfair to pin that label on him, though, as one player cannot carry an entire nation on his shoulders, especially when going against other teams who are loaded. Argentina will always be among the favorites, but there are better teams than them in this tournament, so a win is a big ask.
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NEYMAR: I’m fine, happy, coming back after injury. It’s been 3 months, but I’m happy with the adaptation and everything I’ve been doing. I’m getting better every day. (The fear) is passing, I’m going back to normal. Gradually, with the training, it happens. pic.twitter.com/gKjKj3n4RH
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Brazil
- 2018 World Cup Odds to Win: +330
Germany
- 2018 World Cup Odds to Win: +380
France
- 2018 World Cup Odds to Win: +550
Argentina
- 2018 World Cup Odds to Win: +750

Belgium
- 2018 World Cup Odds to Win: +700