The 2024 UEFA European Championship kicks off Friday when Germany plays Scotland in Munich. The tournament will conclude with the final in Berlin on Sunday, July 14.
Germany, the Euro 2024 host nation, is on a short list of legitimate contenders to win the competition, which determines the continental national team champion of Europe. Talent-laden squads such as England and France join Germany among the top favorites for Euro 2024. Whichever squad wins the 24-team tournament will become a heavy favorite to also win the 2026 World Cup.
These are the top five betting favorites for UEFA Euro 2024, with odds according to BetMGM:
1. England
England was close to winning its first major tournament since the 1966 World Cup in 2021 but lost in the Euro final at Wembley to Italy. Jude Bellingham, a star midfielder coming off a Champions League win with Real Madrid, could lead England to glory in Euro 2024.
2. France
France, the 2018 World Cup winners and 2022 World Cup runner-up, has a strong roster. Kylian Mbappe, a key forward, will be a significant player as he captains the French team for the first time in a major tournament.
3. Germany
Germany benefits as the host country. Despite not achieving previous heights, Germany still has a talented squad with players from top European clubs.
4. Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal in what may be his final tournament. The aging superstar will rely on young talents like Joao Neves to support him in pursuit of glory.
5. Spain
The new generation of Spanish players aims to bring back the country’s past success. Updates like Lamine Yamal and Pedri will be key players in Spain’s campaign.
UEFA Euro 2024 odds to win for other teams
According to BetMGM, here are the odds for the other Euro 2024 squads:
- Italy (+1400)
- Netherlands (+1600)
- Belgium (+1800)
- Croatia (+3300)
- Denmark (+5000)
- Austria (+5000)
- Switzerland (+6600)
- Ukraine (+6600)
- Hungary (+10000)
- Serbia (+10000)
- Turkey (+10000)
- Czech Republic (+15000)
- Romania (+15000)
- Scotland (+20000)
- Poland (+20000)
- Albania (+45000)
- Georgia (+50000)
- Slovakia (+50000)
- Slovenia (+50000)
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