Ukraine vs France: Bookmakers’ Predictions and Key Details for the 2026 World Cup Qualifier Opener
On Friday, September 5th, football fans around Ukraine and the world will tune in to witness a significant kickoff in the qualification campaign for the 2026 World Cup.
The Ukrainian national team is set to face one of the strongest sides globally – France, which is considered the favorite in this match.
Bookmakers have shared their predictions, and according to their odds, Didier Deschamps’ team is heavily favored to win.
The betting odds for France are 1.41, underscoring their dominance, while a draw is priced at 4.70.
A Ukrainian victory would be a major upset, with odds of 8.50.This game might mark a new chapter in Ukrainian football history.
Although the match is technically a home game for Ukraine, it will take place in Wroclaw, Poland.
The kickoff is scheduled for 21:45 Kyiv time.
Besides France, Ukraine is competing in Group D alongside Iceland and Azerbaijan in the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.The final tournament of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted jointly by the USA, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19.
Fans can expect exciting matches and surprising results, and Ukraine’s first official bus for the national team adds to the significance of this campaign.
The upcoming match promises to be one of the most anticipated fixtures of the season, with the outcome potentially shaping Ukraine’s future in world football.