2022 World Cup Group D Betting Odds

Teams on Group D - France the Favourites, But Will Have to Fend Off Danish and Australian Advances

Bookies may present Group D as a one-horse race, but we think it will be far closer than the 2022 World Cup Group D betting odds suggest. Sure, the French are the favourites to win the group, but they will face stiff opposition from a resilient Denmark, a motivated Australia and Tunisia’s relatively young and tenacious squad. Let’s look at each team’s chances and see how these four teams will fare during the group stage.

Australia - No Pressure on the Socceroos

Australia has been a World Cup regular in the last twenty years but hasn’t set the world alight with its performances, at least not in the last two tournaments where it only picked a solitary point.

However, that could all change in Qatar. A group of France and Denmark would inspire anyone, especially those plucky Aussies who always roll with the punches. Past failures can only serve as added motivation for the Socceroos, and the fact that the Australians will play with little pressure in this group where they are the third favourite can only help. 

Denmark - Will Try to Make That Second Spot Their Own

One look at the betting odds World Cup bookmakers give to Denmark tells you all you need to know. The Danes are not expected to win Group D. However, qualification is a must. And with a squad of Andreas Christensen, Christian Eriksen, Mikkel Damsgaard, and Pierre Emile-Hojbjerg that’s something the Danes can achieve. These footballers have been playing together for several years and are now at the peak of their careers. So, betting on them to finish second or even first in Group D is a wager worth considering.

France - Anything But First Will Be a Disappointment

The French have a star-studded team that features the creme de la creme of world football. The likes of Kylian Mbappe, Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kante, Jules Kounde, Paul Pogba, and Antoine Griezmann would walk into any side. Fortunately for the French, they have them all in their national team. So, it’s no surprise World Cup bookies make Les Bleus their top favourites in Group D.

However, let’s not forget about one other star-studded French team - the one that played in the 2002 World Cup. At that tournament, the French, fresh from winning their first World Cup trophy, came to Japan and South Korea ready to dazzle the world. Unfortunately, they packed their bags and went home as early as game 3, picking just one point in the process. So, back the French, but don’t forget that all footballers are only human. 

Tunisia - Nothing to Lose, But a Lot to Gain

The Tunisians are the outsiders in Group D, and very little is expected from them. However, it is in situations like these that teams take opponents by surprise and qualify for the next stage despite no one giving them a chance. We are not sure the Tunisians will do that, but looking at their squad, we feel they are more than capable of giving the three stronger teams a run for their money.

WC Group D Winner Betting Odds

Bookies can’t see beyond France when it comes to the favourite of winning Group D. The French get the lowest odds which is understandable as they boast a formidable squad with not one but several World Cup Golden Ball and Golden Boot contenders. However, that doesn’t mean you should give up on a cheeky bet on Denmark or Australia. The steep betting odds and common sense suggest that backing Tunisia to win the group might be a step too far, though.

Other Possible Bets on Group D

World Cup punters have a fantastic range of betting options and Group D is no different. In addition to being able to place wagers on which team will win and which will qualify from the group, you can make other predictions too.

For instance, bookies allow you to bet which team will finish last, and the most logical choice here is Tunisia. If you are after a similar but safer bet, you can stake some money on the Tunisians failing to qualify for the Round of 16.

Other bets you can explore include betting on the team that will score the most goals in the group stage. Here, France is the obvious pick as Les Blues boast a strike partnership of Karim Benzema and Kylian Mbappe, two favourites to win the World Cup Top Scorer award. You can also back the French to concede the fewest goals. Their defensive line includes world-class defenders like Jules Kounde, Raphael Varane, and Ibrahima Konate, so they will likely concede very few goals.    

World Cup Group D Matches: Dates, Kick-Off Times & Odds

Group D does not have an attractive match that will get record viewership figures, such as Group E, where former World Cup winners Spain and Germany face off. It also doesn’t feature a stylish South American side such as Group C and Group G, where Argentina and Brazil play. 

However, Group D boasts four super-competitive sides, and each team comes into the tournament hoping it can clinch qualification. Even Group D underdogs Tunisia have legitimate grounds to think they can stake a claim for that second spot. That means Group D matches will be super-exciting in their own way, and each will be worth a watch.

Here’s a full list of Group D matches, together with dates and kick-off times (local time):