The FIFA World Cup is coming to North America, with the New York metro area hosting multiple matches, including the Final.
MetLife Stadium, in East Rutherford New Jersey, is hosting a total of nine matches. While World Cup betting is available in the Garden State, the Empire State also offers regulated online sports wagering.
While this article is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute betting advice, New York sportsbooks are set with all kinds of markets for World Cup betting odds.
How the odds work
Those living in New York, or visiting, have the ability to download legal, online sports wagering sites right onto a phone. There are plenty to choose from, too.
Every operator is going to display a 2026 World Cup betting odds winner, which simply means wagering on a country to hoist the FIFA World Cup Trophy on July 19. We looked at five sports wagering sites that fans can check the latest odds. Those are:
- FanDuel Sportsbook NY
- DraftKings Sportsbook NY
- BetMGM Sportsbook NY
- Caesars Sportsbook NY
- Fanatics Sportsbook NY
World Cup fans can bet on multiple markets, too. These operators also offer:
- To Reach the Final
- To Reach the Semifinal
- To Reach the Quarterfinal
- To Qualify from a specific Group
When wagering in New York, operators are going to display American odds. That means using -120 as a favorite and +120 for an underdog.
Wagering on specific players
Not only do operators offer odds on teams, soccer fans can wager on their favorite players, too.
Most platforms offer 2026 World Cup odds on players to win the Golden Boot, which is awarded to the top goal scorer of the tournament.
Since many of the games are taking place in the U.S., New Yorkers can wager on the top goal scorer on Team USA. Players such as Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun and Haji Wright come to mind.
How can visitors or residents check World Cup odds in New York?
Online sports wagering is available to anyone physically located within New York state borders, including visitors.
Licensed operators operate via mobile apps and websites. To access world cup 2026 odds, users must:
- Be within state lines (geo-location enabled)
- Use a regulated platforms licensed in New York
- Verify age and identity as part of account setup
World Cup schedule
The first games are slated for Thursday, June 11. Both are Group A games with the following matchups:
- Mexico v South Africa – Group A – Mexico City Stadium
- Korea Republic v Czechia – Group A – Estadio Guadalajara
Team USA is playing a Group D match against Paraguay on Friday, June 12 in Los Angeles. Their schedule is follows:
- vs. Paraguay – June 12 – Los Angeles
- vs. Australia – June 19 – Seattle
- vs. Turkey – June 25 – Los Angeles
The last day of Group play is on June 27, with the Round of 32 kicking off on June 28. Those teams are qualified for a chance to win the FIFA World Cup trophy.
Other forms of entertainment in NY area
In addition to sports wagering, New York also offers other legal gambling formats. There are three New York casinos coming to the city, with Resorts World at least being partially open during the World Cup.
Resorts World New York City became the first gambling establishment to open in the New York City area on April 28. The property opened with 240 table games and 2,500 slot machines.
Robert DeSalvio, president of Genting Americas East, said in a statement before the official opening:
“New York City has never seen anything like what we’re planning for April 28. Once the gaming commission’s final testing is complete, live table games will be open and operating right here in Queens for the first time in the history of New York City.”
Soccer fans attending games over the state border can make their way to Queens to enjoy the first ever gaming venue in New York City.
If you choose to bet on the World Cup, do so only with licensed New York sports wagering platforms and always wager responsibly.
