- Mexico opens the 2026 World Cup at home vs. South Africa and is a heavy favorite — three-way odds moved from roughly -185 to -245 while South Africa drifted from about +550 to +700.
- As the tournament’s first match, it’s drawing big public betting interest; Mexico is especially popular in straight bets and parlays.
- Caesars’ head of soccer trading says opening games typically see high betting handle, and Mexico’s home crowd and favorable group make it the talk of the tournament kickoff.
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