2026 FIFA World Cup Group C preview, betting odds, prediction

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, and with Group C action set to get underway on June 13, the anticipation is ramping up fast. For the first time in history, three nations, Canada, Mexico, and the United States, are jointly hosting the world’s biggest sporting event, and this expanded 48-team format means twelve groups to work through before a ball is even kicked.

Out of those twelve groups, Group C has to be the most top-heavy draw of the lot. Brazil arrives as a five-time World Cup champion and one of the heavy favourites to go deep in this tournament. Morocco, fresh off a stunning fourth-place finish at Qatar 2022, brings genuine quality and a point to prove. Then there is Scotland, back at a World Cup for the first time since 1998, and Haiti, making just the second appearance in their footballing history. 

Two teams are almost certainly punching their tickets early, and two others are set for a very short stay in North America. Here is my 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C prediction.

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FIFA World Cup Group C odds

Here are the latest odds for each team to win the group:

• Brazil (-370)
• Morocco (+370)
• Scotland (+1000)
• Haiti (+10000)

Additionally, you can bet on which teams will qualify based on the odds below:

• Brazil (-10000)
• Morocco (-1000)
• Scotland (-310)
• Haiti (+800)

The top two teams in each group will earn automatic qualification, with eight third-place finishers also advancing under the expanded format. The oddsmakers have no interest in pretending this is a competitive group at the top; Brazil is priced like a lock, and Morocco is the clear second choice. Scotland at +1000 to win the group tells you everything you need to know about how oddsmakers view this group. Haiti at +800 to qualify are simply here to compete.

Brazil preview and analysis

Brazil enters this tournament with huge expectations after exiting the 2022 World Cup via penalty kicks against Croatia in the quarterfinals. Carlo Ancelotti is now in charge of the team through the 2030 World Cup, so long as things go well here in North America. While they possess dangerous attackers such as Raphinha, Vinicius Junior, Igor Thiago, Matheus Cunha, and even Neymar, their midfield has plenty of questions.

We will likely see a midfield three of Bruno Guimaraes, Casemiro, and Lucas Paqueta. While they should take care of weaker teams, I expect them to struggle against more organized defences. Unfortunately for the Brazilians, Morocco is one of the most organized teams in the tournament, so the opening game between those two countries will determine who wins Group C.

Morocco preview and analysis

As I just said, Morocco is a dangerous squad at this World Cup. After finishing fourth in Qatar, they went toe-to-toe with Senegal in the African Cup of Nations but unfortunately came up short. Although they were technically awarded the trophy after the fact due to the craziness that went on during the match, I expect this Moroccan team to be hungry for a true trophy. Since that final, they’ve tied Ecuador and beaten Paraguay and Burundi in friendlies.

Hakimi Achraf is the main name for this Moroccan squad, but the PSG defender suffered a hamstring injury during the first leg of the Champions League semifinal against Bayern Munich. He is doubtful to play in the UCL Final on Saturday, May 30, but his absence at the World Cup would be devastating for Morocco. However, they still have enough defensive and midfield talent to stay compact and make life difficult for any team they play.

Scotland preview and analysis

Scottish fans will be bouncing after their team qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1998, but they must have been disappointed to see their fellow group members. I do think Scotland can make things tough when they face Morocco and Brazil, but both countries possess more talent from top to bottom. Although they were able to qualify for the World Cup, they constantly struggled against Europe’s top squads. Well, Brazil is ranked No. 6 in the World, and Morocco is No. 8.

Scotland is led by Scott McTominay and Andrew Robertson, but they lack a true scoring threat up top. They will try to play a physical style, which should work against Haiti, but that’s the exact type of game Morocco wants to play. Overall, Scotland should get their first World Cup win since 1998 when they play Haiti, but I don’t expect more than that.

Haiti preview and analysis

The fact that Haiti is even at this tournament is a miracle in itself. The 88th-ranked country in the world qualified after winning Group C in the third stage of CONCACAF qualifying. The only way this team will win a game at the World Cup is if they can put on a defensive masterpiece. Their last seven victories have all been shutouts, and they’re 1-4-5 over their last 10 matches when they’ve allowed a goal.

This will be Haiti’s first-ever appearance at the World Cup, so they will be happy to be there. If anyone is to score, it could be Duckens Nazon, as he has six goals and an assist in 10 games during qualifying.

2026 FIFA World Cup Group C Prediction: Haiti to lose all group games (-125)

Brazil should win this group, but I can’t back them to do so at -370 odds. I do think Morocco can give them a run for their money to win the group, but my best bet is for Haiti to lose every game. The Haitians’ most promising game of drawing is against Scotland in the opener, but they carry +175 odds to win or draw that game. I can’t see them picking up points at this World Cup, so I’ll gladly back this pick at a -125 price.

Best Bet: Haiti to lose all group games (-125)

Group Winner: Morocco (+370)