France head coach Didier Deschamps identified Spain as the clear favorite to win the World Cup 2026. In an interview with L'Équipe, Deschamps stated: "If there really is a favorite, it's Spain. Clearly France has high-level potential, but it's a long road."
Deschamps acknowledged France's squad renewal, with high-level players emerging for the tournament, though some are competing in their first World Cup. He said: "I'm not going to say France is stronger than others, but Spain is definitely the main favorite. I have no doubt about it."
Spain compete in Group H alongside Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay. Deschamps' assessment comes after Spain's strong domestic performances and tournament history.
Expert assessment from top coaches influences tournament odds and betting markets. Deschamps' public identification of Spain as the main favorite could shift outright winner odds and impact pre-match predictions for Spain-related wagers.
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