Belgium enters the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the clear group favorite on the strength of its deep squad, European pedigree, and attacking options including Kevin De Bruyne, Jeremy Doku, Romelu Lukaku, and Lois Openda, supported by Thibaut Courtois in goal. This talent edge and experience in major tournaments underpin trader consensus around a two-thirds implied probability of topping Group G. Egypt sits second with Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush providing counterattacking threat, though the Pharaohs trail significantly in overall depth. Iran and New Zealand lack comparable firepower or recent form against elite opposition, limiting their upside despite qualification. With group matches beginning in mid-June across U.S. and Canadian venues, recent previews have reinforced Belgium’s projected dominance while highlighting Egypt as the most plausible challenger for second place.