Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Why is Spain favored over Messi and Argentina in the World Cup Final?
Yahoo Sports Senior Sports Betting Analyst Ben Fawkes explains why sportsbooks have Spain as the favorite despite Argentina's title defense and Lionel Messi's run to another final.
He breaks down the defensive numbers driving the odds, the smartest way for casual fans to bet the match, and why the Golden Boot market is one to avoid.
Plus, what bettors should know before Sunday's World Cup Final.
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Why is Spain favored over Messi and Argentina in the World Cup Final?
Yahoo Sports Senior Sports Betting Analyst Ben Fawkes explains why sportsbooks have Spain as the favorite despite Argentina's title defense and Lionel Messi's run to another final.
He breaks down the defensive numbers driving the odds, the smartest way for casual fans to bet the match, and why the Golden Boot market is one to avoid.
Plus, what bettors should know before Sunday's World Cup Final.
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