I want to put some money down on the winner now before odds change. But I am confused about when the tournament actually starts. Does anyone know the exact dates?

Yeah, check thefifa 2026 world cup schedule first. Tournament starts June 11th, final is July 19th. Group stage ends June 26th, then knockouts from June 28th. For early betting, odds are best right now before they tighten. I already put small bets on France and Brazil. Just make sure you know the dates so you do not miss live betting opportunities. Knockouts are where the real value shows up. Get your bets in early and enjoy the ride. Good luck

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