Spain remains the clear favorite to win Group H at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reflecting traders’ assessment of the team’s superior squad depth, technical quality, and possession-dominant style honed during their recent European Championship success. The 0-0 draw with debutants Cape Verde on Matchday 1 introduced some uncertainty, as the defensive resilience of the lowest-ranked side in the group highlighted potential vulnerabilities, yet Spain’s remaining fixtures against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay still position them strongly for maximum points. Uruguay’s 1-1 stalemate with Saudi Arabia similarly tempered expectations for a straightforward second-place finish, though their experience and physical approach keep them ahead of the underdogs. Cape Verde’s historic point and Saudi Arabia’s competitive showing have slightly elevated their slim probabilities without shifting the overall hierarchy.