Spain and France Split the Favorite Tag as World Cup Prediction Markets Cross $2B

Prediction market traders across Polymarket and Kalshi have committed more than $2 billion to the 2026 FIFA World Cup winner market ahead of Thursday’s opening kickoff, with Spain and France sharing the frontrunner position as the tournament launches across North America. Spain and France Lead the Board On Polymarket, as of 3:30 p.m. EDT on