The 2026 World Cup is finally here, and with the tournament already underway, it’s time for Managing Madrid readers to make their predictions.
As part of a network-wide fan survey, we’re asking supporters to weigh in on two of the biggest questions heading into the competition: Which nation will lift the trophy, and which player will finish the tournament as its top scorer?
To keep the voting focused, we’ve limited the options to six of the tournament favorites. Of course, international football has
a habit of producing surprises, and history has shown that unexpected contenders can emerge when nobody sees them coming. Still, narrowing the field should make it easier to compare results across the different communities taking part.
This poll is part of SB Nation Reacts, an ongoing series that gathers opinions from fans across the network. While Reacts has featured prominently in other sports, this marks one of its first appearances on the football side, and we’re looking forward to seeing how the results evolve throughout the World Cup.
Cast your vote below and let us know your picks in the comments. If you think we’ve overlooked a genuine contender, make your case! We’ll be sharing the results, trends, and fan insights from both Managing Madrid and the wider network in the days ahead.
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts. Be on the lookout for results from the survey soon!
