Current:Home > reviewsWho else is favored to win 2023 World Cup if USWNT gets eliminated in group stage? -WealthX
Who else is favored to win 2023 World Cup if USWNT gets eliminated in group stage?
View
Date:2025-04-11 20:00:44
The U.S. Women's National Team is in danger of making the wrong kind of history.
For the first time since 2007, the team is entering the final game of the group stage with its spot to move on to the World Cup knockout rounds still in question. And as the U.S. is set to face Portugal early Tuesday morning, a victory or a tie will push the tournament favorites through.
While a loss to Portugal wouldn't necessarily spell the end for the USWNT at the World Cup — they could still technically advance with a Vietnam victory over the Netherlands that preserves the U.S.'s lead in goal differential — it's an unlikely result; Vietnam is in its first World Cup and has yet to score a goal.
The USWNT, four-time World Cup champions, have never failed to reach the semifinals of the tournament and have never been eliminated in the group stage at either a World Cup or Olympics.
However, should a shocking result occur and the U.S. gets eliminated, here are some of the other favorites to win the World Cup:
WORLD CUP CENTRAL: 2023 Women's World Cup Live Scores, Schedules, Standings, Bracket and More
Spain
Already through to the Round of 16, Spain will need to erase the memory of an ugly 4-0 loss at the hands of fellow Group C contenders Japan. The team had previously not conceded a single goal in New Zealand, as star Alexia Putellas — a two-time Ballon d'Or winner — continues her return to form from a knee injury.
Spain will face Switzerland Saturday in the Round of 16.
England
While England still has one more group stage match to go — it will face China on Tuesday (7 a.m. ET) — a tie or a victory will see the side win Group D. Still, it hasn't necessarily been easy for England, who have scratched out a pair of 1-0 victories against Denmark and Haiti, two squads that were not expected to factor in the World Cup. The Lionesses are dealing with the knee injury of midfielder Keira Walsh, who was carted off the pitch during England's victory against Denmark.
Germany
The German side still has considerable work to do after Colombia pulled off a 2-1 upset victory with defender Manuela Vanegas' game-winning goal in the seventh minute of stoppage time. Germany is now sitting in second place in Group H with three points, though it has a considerable goal differential (+5) margin over Morocco (-5), which also has three points. Germany will play South Korea on Thursday (6 a.m. ET) in its final game of the group stage.
What are the odds for the winner of the World Cup?
As of Monday afternoon, these are the current futures odds for the winner of the 2023 World Cup, according to Draft Kings.
- United States, +275
- Spain, +400
- England, +600
- Germany, +750
- Japan, +900
- Australia, +1100
- France, +1200
- Brazil, +1600
- Sweden, +1800
- Netherlands, +2000
- Columbia, +4000
- Norway, +6500
- Nigeria, +8000
- Denmark, +10000
- Switzerland, +10000
Gannett may earn revenue from sports betting operators for audience referrals to betting services. Sports betting operators have no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage. See applicable operator site for its terms and conditions. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call the National Council on Problem Gambling 24/7 at 1-800-GAMBLER. Must be 21 or older to gamble.
veryGood! (92)
Related
- Taylor Swift Eras Archive site launches on singer's 35th birthday. What is it?
- A record Russian budget will boost defense spending, shoring up Putin’s support ahead of election
- Here’s why heavy rain in South Florida has little to do with hurricane season
- Northwestern rewards coach David Braun for turnaround by removing 'interim' label
- Highlights from Trump’s interview with Time magazine
- Dad announces death of his 6-year-old son who was attacked by neighbor with baseball bat
- Appeals court frees attorney from having to join, pay dues to Louisiana bar association, for now
- Ohio crash: What we know about the charter bus, truck collision leaving 6 dead, 18 injured
- 'Most Whopper
- Houston Texans were an embarrassment. Now they're one of the best stories in the NFL.
Ranking
- Civic engagement nonprofits say democracy needs support in between big elections. Do funders agree?
- House Republicans request interview with Hunter Biden ally, entertainment lawyer Kevin Morris
- The Best Early Black Friday Bra Deals from Victoria’s Secret, Savage X Fenty, Calvin Klein & More
- Watch this Air Force military son serve a long-awaited surprise to his waitress mom
- Who are the most valuable sports franchises? Forbes releases new list of top 50 teams
- Suspect in fatal Hawaii nurse stabbing pleaded guilty last year to assaulting mental health worker
- MLB owners meetings: Las Vegas isn't perfect, but vote on Athletics' move may be unanimous
- Lawyer for former elections supervisor says he released videos in Georgia 2020 interference case
Recommendation
2 killed, 3 injured in shooting at makeshift club in Houston
The UK government wants to send migrants to Rwanda. Here’s why judges say it’s unlawful
Plant-based meat is a simple solution to climate woes - if more people would eat it
Finland to close 4 border crossing points after accusing Russia of organizing flow of migrants
Louvre will undergo expansion and restoration project, Macron says
US Navy warship shoots down drone from Yemen over the Red Sea
Gwyneth Paltrow's Ski Trial Is Being Turned into a Musical: Everything You Need to Know
Hawaiian woman ordered to pay nearly $39K to American Airlines for interfering with a flight crew