1xBet World Cup 2026
World Cup 2026
| Tournament | FIFA World Cup 2026 |
| Hosts | Canada, Mexico, United States |
| Format | 48 teams · 12 groups of 4 · Round of 32 |
| Group stage | June 11-27, 2026 |
| Final date | July 19, 2026 (July 20 at 3:00 AM PHT) |
| Final venue | MetLife Stadium, New York, New Jersey |
| Total matches | 104 across 39 days |

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule
in Philippines time (PHT)
The host cities span four North American time zones and PHT is 12 to 15 hours ahead depending on venue.
- New York, Boston, Miami, Atlanta, Philadelphia (Eastern Time) – PHT is 12 hours ahead (a 3:00 PM ET kickoff becomes 3:00 AM PHT the following day)
- Dallas, Houston, Kansas City (Central Time kickoffs) – PHT is 13 hours ahead
- Los Angeles, Seattle, Vancouver (Pacific Time kickoffs) – PHT is 15 hours ahead (late US evening matches become mid-morning PHT).
| PHT window | Matches typically covered |
|---|---|
| 1:00 AM – 3:00 AM PHT | Late US evening kickoffs, East Coast |
| 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM PHT | Mid-evening US matches |
| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PHT | Pacific Coast evening games |
Key PHT time windows for the group stage:
- The group stage runs June 11-27.
- The round of 32 and knockout rounds begin after group standings are confirmed.
- Group stage standings are updated after each matchday. The top two teams in each group, plus the eight best third-placed teams, advance to the Round of 32.
- The World Cup 2026 final kicks off at 3:00 AM PHT on Monday, July 20 (July 19 local New York time).

World Cup 2026 Locations
United States
(11 cities)

New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Boston, Philadelphia, Kansas City
Mexico
(3 cities)

Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey
Canada
(2 cities)

Toronto, Vancouver

Final venue
- MetLife Stadium,
- New York/New Jersey (the largest stadium in the tournament).
Semi-finals
- AT&T Stadium (Dallas)
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta).
How 1xBet World Cup Betting Works in the Philippines
To access FIFA World Cup 2026 betting on 1xBet, follow these steps:
- Open 1xBet use the official 1xBet website or the 1xBet app
- Find “Top Events” > WC2026 on the home screen (or go to Sports > Football > Pre-match > World Cup 2026)
- Select prematch or live depending on whether the match has started.
- Choose a match from the current or upcoming fixtures.
- Select a market (1X2, totals, correct score, goalscorer, etc)
- Check your bet slip (verify stake, odds and potential return before confirming)
- Confirm. Always review the final odds shown on the bet slip (live and prematch odds can change between selection and confirmation)..


Definition box:
Best 1xBet football World Cup betting markets
Understanding available markets before placing any bet is essential. The table below lists common World Cup betting markets, their best use cases, and relative risk levels.
| Market | Best used when | Risk level |
|---|---|---|
| 1X2 match result | Clear favourite/underdog gap; strong form | Low |
| Double chance | Close match; you want two outcomes covered | Low |
| Over/under goals | You have a read on total goals, not the winner | Low-Medium |
| Both teams to score (BTTS) | Attacking teams; weak defensive records | Medium |
| Asian handicap | Balancing uneven matchups with a goal start | Medium |
| Half-time/full-time | You expect a specific match pattern | Medium-High |
| Goalscorer markets | First scorer, anytime scorer, top scorer Golden Boot | Medium-High |
| Corners and cards betting | Tactical or high-pressure matches | High |
| Correct score / exact score | Predicting the precise final scoreline | Very High |
| Accumulator / parlay | Combining multiple selections for higher returns | Very High |
| Bet builder / same-game multi | Combining markets within one match | Very High |
- Beginner-friendly markets 1X2, double chance, over/under totals
- Advanced markets: correct score, player props, corners/cards, bet builder.
- Outright markets (covered separately below): tournament winner, group winner, top goalscorer, Golden Boot. See the outrights section for handicap betting considerations in later rounds.
FIFA 1xBet Exact Score Betting: How Correct Score Works
Exact score betting (aka correct score betting) means predicting the precise full-time scoreline of a match. It is one of the highest-variance markets available.
Why exact score odds are higher than 1X2:
A football match has dozens of plausible scorelines. The probability of hitting one specific result — say 2-1 — is far lower than predicting the winning team. The odds reflect that low probability. A correct 2-1 prediction can return significantly more than a 1X2 win, but the hit rate is correspondingly low.
Typical scoreline probability breakdown:
| Scoreline type | Probability profile | Risk level |
|---|---|---|
| 1-0, 0-1 | Most common in tight, low-scoring matches | High |
| 1-1 | Common in evenly matched groups | High |
| 2-0, 0-2 | Common when a strong team faces a weak one | High |
| 2-1, 1-2 | Second most common scoreline bracket | High |
| 3-0, 0-3 | Possible in large mismatches | Very High |
| 3-2, 4-1, 4-3 | Rare; long odds; low-probability outcomes | Extreme |

Correct score checklist
Factors to analyze before placing:
- Team defensive record: clean sheets, goals conceded per match
- Recent scoring form: average goals scored in last 5-6 matches
- Injury and squad news: is the first-choice striker or goalkeeper available?
- Match importance: group leaders may rotate; elimination-threatened teams attack more
- xG and shot volume: underlying metrics reveal whether a team’s output is sustainable
- Tournament stage: knockout matches tend toward caution; 0-0 at half-time is common
- Venue altitude and climate: can suppress or elevate scoring
- Head-to-head history: some rivalries consistently produce specific score patterns
Does correct score include extra time? In most 1xBet correct score markets, settlement is based on regular time only (90 minutes + stoppage time).
Extra time and penalties are typically excluded. Always check the specific market rules before confirming a correct score bet.
⚠️ Exact score is a high-variance market. Use small stakes. Do not chase losses by increasing stake size after a wrong prediction.
Pre-match vs live betting during the World Cup
Prematch betting is placed before kickoff. It gives more time for analysis and odds are stable until the match begins. Live betting reacts to match events in real time.
| Factor | Prematch | Live |
|---|---|---|
| Time to analyze | Full, hours or days | Seconds |
| Odds stability | Stable until kickoff | Change constantly |
| Information available | Form, lineups, stats | Plus live match data |
| Emotional risk | Lower | Higher |
| Market availability | Full range | May narrow or suspend |

World Cup outright betting: winner, group winner and top scorer
Common outright markets in World Cup football betting:
- Tournament winner (outright winner): Pick the champion. Odds lengthen or shorten after every result and injury update.
- Group winner: Pick which team finishes first in a specific group. Relevant during the group stage.
- To reach the final / semi-final / quarter-final: Partial advancement markets.
- Top goalscorer / Golden Boot: Pick the player with the most goals across the tournament.
- Golden Glove / best young player: Award-specific markets, where available.
Before placing an outright bet, check:
- Current group standings and remaining fixtures
- Draw bracket: which teams a contender would face in each knockout round
- Injury news for key players — a striker absence can shift Golden Boot odds sharply
- Odds already reflect early results — value can appear after surprise group-stage defeats by strong teams
Outright odds shift after every result. An injury to a squad’s key player between group stage and round of 32 can move tournament winner odds significantly. Monitoring the bracket path matters more than early reputation alone.
Teams, groups and FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers table
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature an expanded format with 48 teams for the first time in history.
The 48 countries are divided into 12 groups of four teams each.
The top two teams from each group, as well as the eight best third-place finishers, advance to the round of 32. Third place is now more important.
Group A
- Mexico
- South Africa
- South Korea
- Czechia
Group B
- Canada
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Qatar
- Switzerland
Group C
- Brazil
- Morocco
- Haiti
- Scotland
Group D
- USA
- Paraguay
- Australia
- Türkiye
Group E
- Germany
- Curaçao
- Ivory Coast
- Ecuador
Group F
- Netherlands
- Japan
- Sweden
- Tunisia
Group G
- Belgium
- Egypt
- IR Iran
- New Zealand
Group H
- Spain
- Cabo Verde
- Saudi Arabia
- Uruguay
Group I
- France
- Senegal
- Iraq
- Norway
Group J
- Argentina
- Algeria
- Austria
- Jordan
Group K
- Portugal
- DR Congo
- Uzbekistan
- Colombia
Group L
- England
- Ghana
- Panama
- Croatia
AFC teams at World Cup 2026:

| Team | Notes |
|---|---|
| Japan | Consistent knockout-stage performers |
| Korea Republic | Strong CONCACAF and World Cup history |
| Australia | Socceroos reached Round of 16 in Qatar 2022 |
| IR Iran | Regular WC qualifier; tactically disciplined |
| Saudi Arabia | Defeated Argentina in Qatar 2022 group stage |
| Iraq | Returning after 40-year absence |
| Qatar | Debut through qualifying system (not as host) |
| Jordan | Making tournament debut |
| Uzbekistan | Making tournament debut |
Philippines qualification status:
The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) competed in the AFC World Cup qualifiers. But filipino national team did not qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026.
1xBet app Features for World Cup Football
Fixture browser
Check today’s and upcoming matches in your saved timezone
Live odds
Real-time odds updates during in-play betting
Match stats
Live possession, shots, corners and card data
Bet slip
Review and confirm bets before submission
Notifications
Alerts for kickoffs, goals and bet outcomes (if enabled)
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Payments, bonuses and account checks for Filipino users

First Deposit Bonus For New Users
- 100% bonus for Sports on the first deposit (more about 1xBet Welcome Bonus)
- up to PHP 8,888
- minimum qualifying deposit – PHP 50


Special WORLD WIN 26 Bonus for All Users
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- To join, users must log in or register, press “Take part” on the promotion page, and place eligible bets on World Cup 2026 matches.
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Account checks and important conditions
To participate in WORLD WIN 26, the account must include:
- the user’s full name,
- activated mobile phone number,
- email address,
- country of residence.
Users must also enable participation in bonus offers in Account Settings.
1xBet may request identity verification documents when required. If KYC is requested and not completed, the bonus or related winnings may be cancelled.
Responsible World Cup betting in the Philippines
This section applies to all users. Read before placing any bet.
Responsible gambling Philippines: Gambling in the Philippines is for users aged 21 and over only. Underage gambling is prohibited.
Before the tournament, set these limits:
- Maximum bet per match
- Daily or weekly deposit cap
- Maximum number of bets per day
- Time limit for active betting sessions
Stop betting if any of the following apply:
- You are betting to recover losses from a previous bet or session
- You are borrowing money to fund bets
- You are placing bets while emotional after a result
- Betting is affecting your sleep, work or personal relationships
- You feel unable to stop after reaching your pre-set limit
Key principles:
- Treat every loss as the cost of entertainment, not a problem to immediately recover.
- World Cup betting is seasonal and high-volume. Maintaining strict limits across 39 days is harder than maintaining them for a single event.
- No betting strategy guarantees profits. This article is informational only.
Support resources:
- PAGCOR Responsible Gaming: www.pagcor.ph
- For self-exclusion information, contact PAGCOR directly or use the responsible gaming tools in your 1xBet account settings.

World Cup 2026 and 1xBet FAQ
Betting always carries financial risk. Set strict limits, never chase losses, only bet funds you can afford to lose, and only if you are 21 or over.