England third favourites? Their real World Cup chances assessed

England are among Opta's top three favourites to win the World Cup so how do their chances compare to Spain's. France's?England begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Group L on Wednesday June 17; kick-off 9pm

By , Adam Smith and David Fraser

Tuesday 9 June 2026 16:50, UK

**Author: Nick Wright**

Source: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/13552254/englands-world-cup-chances-assessed-as-they-are-rated-third-favourites-behind-spain-and-france-between-the-lines

England third favourites? Their real World Cup chances assessed

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