Netherlands Favored in World Cup 2026 Opener Against Sweden, with Expert Bets Hinting at a High-Scoring Match
Netherlands enter as favorites (-140) against Sweden (+370) in their 2026 World Cup Group F opener in Houston, with the total line set at 2.5 and kickoff at 1 p.m. ET. Sweden rattled Tunisia 5-1 while the Netherlands drew 2-2 with Japan; SportsLine’s Martin Green leans toward Over 2.5 goals and has two bets he considers standout for this clash, citing Sweden’s defensive struggles and the Dutch attack as the key storyline.