Netherlands tops Group F as Egypt leads odds to win its World Cup 2026 group

The Netherlands secured first place in Group F of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 3‑1 victory over Tunisia in Kansas City, earning seven points and a spot in the round of‑16 where they will face Morocco. Tunisia’s defense set an unwanted record, conceding 12 goals in the group stage, the most of any team in the tournament so far.

In Group C, an Opta‑based computer model predicts Egypt has a 61.2 % chance of finishing first, Belgium 27.4 % and Iran 11.4 %. Egypt’s recent performance against New Zealand, highlighted by high possession and passing statistics, has strengthened its position, while Iran remains second in the group with the weakest attacking metrics of the four teams.

These results shape the knockout draw and highlight contrasting fortunes for teams across different groups in the opening phase of the World Cup.