2022 World Cup Group B Betting Odds

Author: Steven D. Thompson

Updated: 20/01/2025 11:20 AM

Do you need the latest 2022 World Cup Group B betting odds and maybe some help with your Group B picks? You came to the right place. Read on to learn more about the chances of each team and get the best Group B odds. We also give you the full group schedule and fixtures and a list of the best World Cup bookmakers for your group stage bets.

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World Cup Group B Odds

Do you need the latest 2022 World Cup Group B betting odds and maybe some help with your Group B picks? You came to the right place. Read on to learn more about the chances of each team and get the best Group B odds. We also give you the full group schedule and fixtures and a list of the best World Cup bookmakers for your group stage bets.

Teams in Group B - England Heavy Favourites, Wales and the USA to Fight It Out for Second

Group B features former world champions England, potential dark horses Wales, the always dangerous USA, and an unpredictable Iran side. So, which team will win Group B and which will qualify? Let's analyze the chances of each nation and see what you can expect from the group stage matches.

England - Captain Harry Kane to Lead the Three Lions to Glory

Looking at Group B odds, you see that World Cup bookmakers give this England squad the lowest winner odds. Moreover, when you look at other World Cup groups, such as Group D and Group G, where heavyweights France and Brazil play, you notice that England has the lowest World Cup group odds of all nations too; at least with many of the bookmakers. And it's easy to see why.

In captain Harry Kane, the Three Lions have a lethal striker and a favourite for the World Cup Top Scorer award. England also boasts a settled defensive line and a young midfield capable of beating anyone. They are the favourites for the top spot in Group B, and we can't see anyone usurping them.

Iran - Underdogs with a Potential to Surprise

I.R. Iran will make its sixth World Cup appearance in Qatar. However, don't expect any miracles from the Iranians, as they have only two wins in World Cup history. That doesn't mean they can't upset any of the other teams in Group B though.

Despite World Cup bookies tipping I.R. Iran for a fourth-place finish in Group B, players like Porto's Mehdi Taremi and Feyenoord's Alireza Jahanbakhsh can score against the best of teams. So, even though the Iranians will likely fail to reach the knockout stage, we think they will take some points that nations like the USA and Wales planned on.

USA - The Stars and Stripes Looking to Start Strong

Each US player will have to put in a shift in the first two games of the tournament if the US is to progress to the next stage. The first match of World Cup 2022 will be crucial for the Americans as they face Wales. The winner of that match will dramatically increase its chances of qualifying from Group B.

Another important fixture for the Stars and Stripes will be played at the Al Bayt stadium in Round 2, when the USA play against England - the bookies' favourites for the top spot in Group B. The Americans will look for inspiration in the 2010 World Cup when they were in the same group as England and drew 1-1. Christian Pulisic and Co will hope for a similar result.

Wales - World Cup 2022 Dark Horses

Gareth Bale will lead the Welsh in only their second World Cup appearance in history. The last World Cup Wales played in was back in 1958, so it is fair to say Wales fans have been waiting for quite some time to see their stars on the biggest stage in world football.

However, if Wales' matches in the World Cup qualifiers are anything to go by, the Welsh will be quite the force in this competition. They finished second in their group behind Belgium and beat two strong sides such as Austria and Ukraine in the playoffs. They come with good Group B odds and are an excellent value bet to qualify from this group.

WC Group B Winner Betting Odds

If you ask World Cup bookies, there's only one team to consider when it comes to winning Group B. That team is England. However, as you can see from our odds table, bookmakers don't write the USA and Wales completely off from fighting for the top spot.

To Win	Powbet	LeoVegas	Greatwin	Freshbet
England	1.33	1.25	1.33	1.33
Iran	17.00	20.00	17.00	16.90
USA	6.40	7.50	6.40	6.45
Wales	7.00	6.25	7.00	6.95

Betting on Group B Qualifying Teams

Group B offers excellent betting options if you are thinking of backing qualifying teams. For instance, if you need a sure bet, you can't go wrong with England. In contrast, if you are looking for better Group B odds, but want to keep your chances of winning, Wales and the USA are excellent alternatives. You can even consider I.R. Iran here, provided the Iranians build some early momentum.

To Qualify	Powbet	LeoVegas	Greatwin	Freshbet
England	1.05	1.06	1.05	1.05
Iran	4.60	4.80	4.60	4.60
USA	2.00	1.91	2.00	2.00
Wales	2.11	1.91	2.11	2.10

Other Possible Bets on Group B

Group B offers lots of betting avenues, not just those for betting on the winner and teams that qualify. For instance, you can bet on Wales to score the most goals in the group, a feat an inspired Gareth Bale has a good chance of delivering. You can also place a wager that the Iranians will finish last in the group, something most World Cup bookmakers are already counting on. Similarly, Group B odds suggest that bookies think England will win all of its group games, and that's another bet available to you.

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

The 2022 World Cup will produce some massive games as early as in the group stages. Duels such as those between Germany and Spain in Group E, Croatia and Belgium in Group F, and the Netherlands and Senegal in Group A will all be top-notch.

But Group B also has some pretty interesting games. The three that stand out the most are the two matches England will play against the USA and Wales, and the USA vs Wales match, a game that will likely decide which team will qualify from Group B along with the English.

Here's the full list of Group A matches with dates and kick-off times (local):

Date	Time	Game	Home	Draw	Away
21/11/2022	04:00 PM	England vs Iran (GMT +3)	1.35	4.75	9.50
21/11/2022	10:00 PM	USA vs Wales (GMT +3)	2.50	3.10	2.90
25/11/2022	01:00 PM	Wales vs Iran (GMT +3)	2.12	3.14	3.66
25/11/2022	10:00 PM	England vs USA (GMT +3)	1.78	3.50	4.75
29/11/2022	10:00 PM	Wales vs England (GMT +3)	TBD	TBD	TBD
29/11/2022	10:00 PM	Iran vs USA (GMT +3)	TBD	TBD	TBD

Frequently Asked Questions

How Many Times has Iran Played in a World Cup?

Iran has appeared in five World Cups so far, meaning the one in Qatar will be their sixth. They have won two and drawn four of their World Cup matches and have never progressed past the group stage.

How Many Times England has won the World Cup?

England has won the World Cup only once, back in 1966 when it hosted the tournament.

Which Teams are the Favourites to Qualify from World Cup Group B?

England are the favourites to win Group B so they are the front-runners for qualifying to the Round of 16 too. The USA and Wales get similar odds from World Cup bookmakers, so they will likely decide the second team to qualify from the group stage.