Introducing Voting Trends for the Sports Lottery 'WINNER' Targeting the Soccer World Cup: Predicting Champions, Runners-up, and Final Matchups from the Top 8 Teams

The Japan Sport Promotion Center (JSC), an independent administrative institution, is currently selling the sports lottery 'WINNER' for the FIFA World Cup jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

The 'Single Match Prediction Lottery' covers all 104 matches, allowing players to select and purchase tickets for any individual match they wish to support or follow.

In addition to the single match option, the 'Tournament Prediction Lottery' is also on sale, inviting participants to predict the champion, runner-up, and final matchup from the eight teams that have advanced to the quarterfinals.

The sports lottery offers unique excitement during the World Cup season.

Today, we present the current voting trends for the 'Tournament Prediction Lottery,' which forecasts the champion, runner-up, and final match.

Sales Schedule for the 'Tournament Prediction Lottery' (Times in Japan Standard Time)

* Closing times may vary depending on sales location and payment method. Please check the official lottery information for each match.

For detailed information on sales schedules and designated matches, visit the official Sports Lottery website: https://www.toto-dream.com/

* Please note that the sales period is relatively short.

Voting Trends for 'Soccer World Cup 2026: Champion and Runner-up Prediction' ※1

The top choice is 'Champion: France, Runner-up: Argentina' with a payout odds of 3.6 times.

The second most popular is 'Champion: France, Runner-up: Norway' at 5.4 times, followed by 'Champion: France, Runner-up: England' at 5.6 times.

Voting Trends for 'Soccer World Cup 2026: Final Match Prediction' ※1

The most popular final matchup is 'France vs. Argentina' with odds of 2.5 times.

The second is 'France vs. Norway' at 3.8 times, and the third is 'France vs. England' at 3.9 times.

※1 As of 13:00 on Thursday, July 9. Payout odds (odds) will fluctuate until sales close based on voting trends.

Payout odds are updated in real time on the Sports Lottery official website: https://www.toto-dream.com/

Voting Trends for 'Soccer World Cup 2026: Champion and Runner-up Prediction' (as of 13:00, July 9)

Voting Trends for 'Soccer World Cup 2026: Final Match Prediction' (as of 13:00, July 9)

Sales Schedule for 'WINNER' Targeting the Soccer World Cup (Times in Japan Standard Time)

[Single Match Prediction]

[Tournament Prediction]

Overview of 'WINNER' Sales ※2

A portion of the revenue from 'WINNER' sales is allocated as grants for sports promotion and is also returned to club teams in leagues such as J.League and B.LEAGUE, supporting player development environments and team strengthening.

About Sports Lottery

Two-thirds of the net revenue from sports lottery sales—after deducting prize payouts and operational costs—is allocated to sports promotion grants. These grants have become a vital force in nurturing sports in Japan.

Since 2002, approximately 310.4 billion yen in grants have been distributed (including 2026 allocations).

Grants are used for upgrading sports facilities (e.g., grassing fields), hosting local sports programs and tournaments, and developing future top athletes.

Moving forward, we will continue to innovate in product offerings and sales methods to enhance customer enjoyment, while implementing effective grant programs to contribute to the development of Japanese sports.

We appreciate your continued support for sports lottery.

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