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2026 World Cup Soccer Group C Odds and Expert Betting Predictions

by Spencer Toth - 1/23/2026

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The 2026 World Cup is set to be the best edition of the legendary tournament yet, and Group C appears to be one of the most exciting quartets of the event. Finding value in group stage bets can be some of the most rewarding picks of the tournament, as your bankroll will be replenished by the time the knockout stages roll around. There are plenty of markets to choose from as the 2026 World Cup inches closer, so let’s take a look at how Group C is expected to go down. 

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Odds to Win Group C:

Brazil: -400

Morocco: +550

Scotland: +900

Haiti: +10000


Odds to Qualify to the Knockout Stages:
Brazil: -5000

Morocco: -700

Scotland: -320

Haiti: +1000

 

Brazil: 

It is no surprise to see Brazil as the odds-on favorite to win Group C. The historic football nation has the most World Cups (five) in the world, and is bringing another very strong squad to North America for this year’s tournament. However, winning all three group stage games is not easy, and Brazil hasn’t done so since 2006 in Germany. In attack, Brazil is bursting full of young talent, with Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo, Raphinha, and Estevao all poised to make an impact. The fast feet up front will be difficult to slow down, and the depth of attacking options at Carlo Ancelotti’s disposal makes Brazil a tough team to beat. Their defensive line is just as strong, with Gabriel and Marquinhos coming into the tournament on incredible form. The pair is arguably the best center-back partnership in the world, with PSG winning the Champions League last year and Arsenal rolling out one of the best defenses in recent memory. Brazil deserves to be ahead of the rest in Group C, and it would be shocking to see them fall short of winning the group, let alone missing out on knockout stage qualification. 

 

Morocco: 

Morocco was one of the surprises at the 2022 World Cup, bringing pride to the entire continent of Africa. After 92 years and 49 African qualifying attempts, Morocco became the first African side to reach the World Cup semifinals with their historic run in 2022. Their sturdy defense was a real difference-maker in Qatar, and it carried over to the World Cup qualifiers, where they allowed just two goals en route to a perfect 8-0-0 record. Achraf Hakimi is their superstar, but unsung heroes such as Noussair Mazraoui and Nayef Aguerd cannot be forgotten. Morocco will always have a fighting chance if they keep a clean sheet, and their rock-solid defense could allow them to pull off another upset if they can steal a goal or two on the other end of the pitch. Where Hakimi lines up will be a tough choice for manager Walid Regragui, but it’s an enviable position to be in. They have shocked the world before, and there is no reason to expect regression in the 2026 edition of the tournament. 

 

Scotland:
Scotland has qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1998, thanks to a dramatic win against Denmark to seal top spot in the group. Nothing means more to the country of Scotland than World Cup success, but they will have their backs against the wall at this tournament. Just like in 1998, Scotland finds themselves with Brazil and Morocco in their group, and just like in 1998, they will likely fall short of a knockout stage berth. Scott McTominay and John McGinn are two rocks in the midfield, but Scotland lacks other premier talent across the pitch. Their attackers have been inconsistent, relying on the midfield to find the back of the net, while their defense has been shaky against teams much less talented than their groupmates. Qualifying for the World Cup is an amazing achievement in itself, and the new format means Scotland could qualify with a 1-2-0 record in third place. As long as they run up the score against Haiti, Scotland has a real chance of qualifying for the knockout stages for the first time in the nation’s history. 

 

Haiti:
So you’re saying there’s a chance… Haiti was a huge long shot to make the World Cup, and a tough draw in Group C all but seals their fate. Their best players are outside of Europe’s top five leagues, while the rest of their groupmates are some of the best in the world. Some MLS talent like Derrick Etienne Jr. and Fafa Picault could get the crowds going, but any success on the offensive end of the field appears unlikely. To make matters worse, goal difference matters more than ever with the new 2026 format, meaning Haiti could be on the wrong end of several lopsided defeats. 

 

Predictions and Best Bets:
There are a few ways to attack this group. Brazil is the odds-on favorite to win at -400, with -5000 odds to qualify. I am not a fan of either of those prices, and see all the value with Morocco to win Group C. The African side has succeeded in the World Cup before, making +550 quite a disrespectful number. Assuming both Brazil and Morocco can beat Haiti and Scotland, it may take only a draw for Morocco to advance. The two face off in the first group stage match, and anything short of a defeat will age this +550 price nicely. 

I am not a fan of the -700 odds for Moroccan qualification, even though it is quite likely, and I will go as far as to fade Scotland at +250 to not qualify. Scotland will almost certainly finish the group stage with 3 points, and I am willing to take my chances that they will not qualify with that tally. A big win over Haiti may not be enough to offset a big defeat against Brazil, and -320 odds to qualify are far too generous. There will be a few third-place teams that have four points, so even with 8/12 third-place teams advancing, this line is still inflated for Scotland. 

 

Predicted Group C Table:
Morocco 7 Points

Brazil 7 Points

Scotland 3 Points

Haiti 0 Points

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