From the opening match in Mexico City on 11 June through to the final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on 19 July, every WC 2026 fixture is priced live at Napoleon Sports. Browse by date, by stage, or by team to find the match you want to bet, then go deep with hundreds of markets per game including 1X2, BetBuilder, player props and live in-play. This hub puts the entire tournament one tap away.
Live match feed
The snapshot below shows a selection of marquee matches from the opening days of WC 2026, plus all three Belgium group fixtures. For the full live feed of all 104 matches with up-to-date odds, browse the tournament section directly in the Napoleon Sports App.
Opening matches and Belgium fixtures
| Date (CEST) | Match | Venue | Bet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 June, 21:00 | Mexico vs South Africa | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City | Bet |
| 14 June, 00:00 | USA vs Paraguay | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles | Bet |
| 14 June, 00:00 | Brazil vs Morocco | MetLife Stadium, New York | Bet |
| 14 June, 22:00 | Netherlands vs Japan | AT&T Stadium, Dallas | Bet |
| 15 June, 18:00 | Spain vs Cabo Verde | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | Bet |
| 15 June, 21:00 | Belgium vs Egypt | Lumen Field, Seattle | Bet |
| 21 June, 21:00 | Belgium vs IR Iran | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles | Bet |
| 27 June, 05:00 | New Zealand vs Belgium | BC Place, Vancouver | Bet |
Times shown in Belgian local time. Belgium fixtures highlighted. Full match list, all 104 fixtures and live odds in the Napoleon Sports App.
Tournament stage overview
The WC 2026 is the first edition with 48 teams. The format adds a Round of 32 between the group stage and Round of 16, meaning every team that qualifies plays at least four matches. The full structure:
| Stage | Dates | Matches | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group stage | 11-27 June | 72 | 12 groups of 4, top 2 + 8 best 3rd qualify |
| Round of 32 | 28 June - 3 July | 16 | Single-leg knockout, ET + pens if drawn |
| Round of 16 | 4-7 July | 8 | Single-leg knockout, ET + pens if drawn |
| Quarter-finals | 9-11 July | 4 | Single-leg knockout, ET + pens if drawn |
| Semi-finals | 14-15 July | 2 | Single-leg knockout, ET + pens if drawn |
| 3rd place playoff | 18 July | 1 | Single-leg, no ET (regular time then pens) |
| Final | 19 July | 1 | MetLife Stadium, ET + pens if drawn |
104 matches total across 39 days. Browse by stage in the tournament section of the Napoleon Sports App.
How to read a match page
Tap any match in the feed to open its full match page. Every page follows the same structure to help you find what you need quickly.
Match meta-data at the top
- Kick-off time in your local timezone.
- Venue with the host city. Useful context for evaluating Over/Under markets where stadium altitude or summer heat affects scoring.
- Recent form for both teams from their last competitive results.
- Head-to-head stats from previous meetings.
- Broadcast info showing where the match is televised in Belgium.
Markets organised by category
Below the meta-data, markets are organised into clear categories so you can find what you want quickly:
- Match Result (1X2, Double Chance, Draw No Bet)
- Goals (Over/Under, BTTS, Correct Score, Total Goals)
- Player Props (anytime scorer, first scorer, shots on target, cards)
- Team Specials (clean sheet, win to nil, win both halves)
- Half-time Markets (HT/FT, half-time result, goals per half)
- BetBuilder (combine multiple markets into a single ticket)
- Live (during the match: Next Team to Score, Next Goal Minute, Race to X Goals)
Red Odds: spot value fast
Markets where Napoleon Sports has actively boosted the price are marked in red. Scanning specifically for red is faster than reading every market line. Red Odds rotate each match day and during live action.
Markets available on every match
Napoleon Sports operates the largest betting offer in Belgium. For WC 2026 that translates into hundreds of markets per match, far beyond the headline 1X2 line.
Match result markets
The classic starting point. Full Time Result (1X2), Double Chance, Draw No Bet and Asian Handicap. For knockouts: To Qualify (includes extra time and penalties), Method of Victory (regular time, ET, penalties), and Tournament Stage of Elimination.
Goals markets
Over/Under at 0.5 / 1.5 / 2.5 / 3.5 / 4.5 lines, Both Teams to Score, Correct Score (every realistic scoreline priced individually), Goals in Each Half, First Goal Minute brackets. The depth here is where Napoleon's offer separates from typical Belgian bookmakers.
Player prop markets
Star strikers such as Erling Haaland, Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe carry dozens of individual markets per match: Anytime Scorer, First Scorer, Last Scorer, To Score 2 or More, To Score a Hat-Trick, Shots on Target, Total Shots, Cards, Fouls, Assists.
BetBuilder: combine markets from one match
The fastest-growing market type. BetBuilder lets you combine markets from a single match into one ticket with boosted combined odds. For example, Spain to win + Yamal anytime scorer + Over 2.5 goals on a Group A match = one bet at higher combined odds. Combine & Conquer adds a 5% Profit Boost from 3 selections, scaling to 100% at 26.
Live in-play markets
During the match, dozens of new markets open: Next Team to Score, Next Goal Minute, Race to X Goals, Live BetBuilder, Live Handicap. Odds refresh within seconds of every match event. 2UP early settlement applies on Match Winner bets the moment your team goes 2 goals ahead.
Marquee matches to watch
Every the tournament has a handful of fixtures that draw global attention from kick-off. For 2026 the marquee matches in the group stage are likely to include:
Opening match: Mexico vs Group A 4th seed (11 June)
Mexico opens the tournament at the iconic Mexico City Stadium. The hosts first match always carries massive betting volume, with Mexico priced as the favourite ahead of the game. Match markets typically include heavy volume on Mexico to win, anytime scorer for Santiago Giménez, and Over 2.5 goals. Let's hope for an entertaining curtain raiser to set the tone for the tournament!
Spain vs Cape Verde (group stage)
Spain is bookmakers' tournament favourite and they are expected to comfortably advance in the group stages. Their group opener against Cape Verde is priced near 1.08 for Spain, with focus shifting to the goals markets (Over 2.5, Spain Team Total Goals Over 2.5). Player markets dynamic attacking duo Yamal and Williams are likely to be popular.
Belgium vs Egypt (group stage)
In their opening match of the tournament, Belgium are priced around 1.67 to win, with full match-up markets on De Bruyne assists, Doku dribbles and Lukaku shots on target. Belgian bettor volume is likely to be high on this curtain raiser for Roberto Martinez's men.
Knockout marquee fixtures
Once the bracket reveals itself, knockout matches like Spain vs France, Brazil vs Argentina, England vs Germany - if thats how it pans out - become the betting focus. These rivalry matches carry record volumes on Correct Score, First Scorer and Method of Victory markets. Editorial previews on each marquee knockout match will go live 48 hours before kick-off via the match page.
The Final (19 July, the New York New Jersey Stadium)
This is the single biggest betting event of the tournament. Hundreds of markets open including Correct Score, First Scorer, Method of Victory (regular time, extra time, penalties), Anytime Scorer for both squads, half-time markets, BetBuilder combinations. Coverage and analysis goes live well in advance via the dedicated Final hub.
Belgium match guide for Belgian bettors
Every Belgium match is a betting event in its own right at Napoleon Sports. The the Belgians' fixtures carry the deepest market boards of any team in the tournament, including Belgium-specific player props that international bookmakers do not offer.
Belgium-specific markets per match
- Match result: 1X2, Double Chance, Asian Handicap, Draw No Bet
- Belgium Team Total Goals: Over/Under at 1.5 / 2.5 / 3.5
- Player props: De Bruyne assists (Over 0.5 / 1.5), Lukaku shots on target, Doku successful dribbles, Tielemans yellow card, Castagne tackles
- BetBuilder Belgian classics: Belgium to win + De Bruyne to assist + Over 2.5 goals
- To Qualify: Belgium to qualify from group, Belgium to reach quarter-finals, Belgium to reach final
When do Belgium play?
Belgium has been drawn in Group G alongside Egypt, IR Iran and New Zealand. Group G fixtures kick off in the second match day window of the group stage. Specific kick-off times and venues are confirmed in the match feed above as the tournament approaches.
For deeper Belgium content beyond the match markets, see our Belgium team guide and tournament favourites breakdown.
Match day rhythm: pre-match to live to settlement
A practical timeline for using the match betting hub on a typical the tournament match day.
24-48 hours before kick-off
Markets are fully populated. Pre-match odds are sharp, with full BetBuilder combinations available. This is the window for considered analysis: read the match preview, check both teams' recent form, evaluate Over/Under based on stadium and weather. Lock in pre-match plays at this point.
1 hour before kick-off
Starting line-ups are typically announced. Player prop markets adjust significantly: an unexpected starter on the bench can shift Anytime Scorer markets by 30%. For player-prop bettors this is the critical decision window.
Kick-off and live
Live in-play markets open. Pre-match prices are replaced with continuously updating live prices that respond to every match event within seconds. Live in-play opens dozens of fresh markets per match.
During key moments
Goals, red cards and penalties trigger major odds shifts. 2UP auto-settles your Match Winner bet at the moment your team goes 2 goals ahead. Cash Out values update continuously, letting you lock in profit at any time before the final whistle.
Full-time and settlement
Bets settle automatically the moment the final whistle blows. Winnings credit to your account instantly. For bets in markets requiring confirmation (e.g., specific player counts), settlement happens within minutes once official match data is verified.
Match-day tools at Napoleon Sports
The Napoleon Sports App has match-day tools that turn the hub from a passive listing into an active betting environment.
Build accumulators across matches
Add markets to your bet slip from any match page and build accumulators (Combo Bets) across multiple the tournament fixtures. The bet slip keeps your selections together so you can move between matches without losing your place.
Notifications for kick-offs and goals
The Napoleon Sports App can notify you about kick-off reminders, goals and bet settlement. During odd-hour the tournament matches (US matches into Belgian early-morning hours), notifications mean you don't have to keep the app open the whole time.
Cash Out on every match
Cash Out is available on most pre-match, live and BetBuilder bets. Lock in profit when your bet is going your way, or cut losses when it's drifting against you. Available on every WC 2026 match.
NapoleonTV live streaming
NapoleonTV streams selected matches free to account holders. Specific WC 2026 stream availability depends on broadcast rights confirmed closer to the tournament. The live match centre with stats and score updates is available for every match regardless of stream availability.
Profit Boost layered on top
Active Profit Boost promos can apply to qualifying match bets. A 10% boost on a 2.00 bet effectively turns it into a 2.10 bet. Check the Promo Page each match day to see which matches qualify.
Responsible betting
104 matches over 39 days is a marathon, not a sprint. Set clear limits before the tournament begins and stick to them. Napoleon Sports has responsible gaming tools built directly into the app:
- Deposit limits per day, week or month
- Session limits to cap time logged in
- Loss limits to cap losses over a defined period
- Time-out: pause your account for 24 hours, 7 days or 30 days
- Self-exclusion: close your account for 6 months, 1 year or permanently
If betting stops being fun, step away. For free and confidential help in Belgium, visit stopoptijd.be.
Match betting FAQ
Are all 104 WC 2026 matches available to bet on at Napoleon Sports?
Yes. Every group stage match, every Round of 32, Round of 16, quarter-final, semi-final, third-place playoff and the final are priced live at Napoleon Sports. Pre-match markets open as the schedule firms up; live in-play markets open at kick-off.
How many markets are available per match?
Hundreds. Match Result, Goals, Player Props, Team Specials, Half-time Markets, BetBuilder, Live, plus knockout-specific markets like To Qualify and Method of Victory. The market depth on Napoleon Sports is the largest in the Belgian market.
Can I browse the match feed by stage?
Yes. The Napoleon Sports App lets you browse all WC 2026 fixtures by date and by stage: group matches, Round of 32, Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals and the final.
Can I find matches by team?
Yes. Search for any of the 48 qualified teams in the Napoleon Sports App to see all their fixtures and the available markets per match.
When do match odds open?
Pre-match odds typically open 1 to 2 weeks before kick-off, with markets becoming progressively more populated as the date approaches. Outright markets (Tournament Winner, Top Goalscorer) have been open for months. Live in-play markets open at kick-off.
Are all matches shown in Belgian time?
Yes. The Napoleon Sports App displays kick-off times in your local time zone, including Belgian time during the tournament window of June and July. No manual conversion required.
Can I add bets from multiple matches to one bet slip?
Yes. Add markets from any number of matches; the sticky bet slip combines them into an accumulator. Combine & Conquer adds a Profit Boost from 3 selections, scaling to 100% at 26.
Are knockout matches priced for extra time and penalties?
Yes. Standard 1X2 markets in the knockout rounds price the regular 90 minutes. The To Qualify market includes extra time and penalties, paying out on which team advances regardless of how. Method of Victory markets let you bet specifically on regular time, extra time or penalties as the deciding phase.
Does Napoleon Sports stream WC 2026 matches?
NapoleonTV offers free live streaming on selected matches to account holders. Specific WC 2026 stream availability depends on broadcast rights, confirmed closer to the tournament. Live score and stats updates are available for every match regardless of stream availability.
Where can I see live odds movement during the tournament?
Use our dedicated live odds tracker for real-time outright and match odds with line movement indicators. Pair it with this match hub for the complete picture.
All 104 matches, hundreds of markets each
From Mexico City on 11 June to the New York New Jersey Stadium on 19 July, every fixture priced live. Browse, build, bet.
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