Khabib Nurmagomedov predicts Germany as favorite for World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 3:08 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Khabib Nurmagomedov shared his predictions for the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, identifying Germany as the top favorite to win. Despite not rooting for them, he believes they will claim their fifth title. Nurmagomedov expects the Netherlands to finish as runners-up, with Spain in third place. His comments come as the tournament unfolds across North America.
- •Khabib Nurmagomedov forecasts Germany will win the World Cup 2026.
- •He does not support Germany but sees them as favorites.
- •The Netherlands and Spain are predicted to finish second and third.
- •Predictions come during the ongoing World Cup in North America.
- 3:08 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-UFC champion shares prediction for FIFA World Cup
- 2:21 PMYahoo Sports — Khabib Nurmagomedov backs surprise World Cup winner from outside top 6 favourites
"Khabib Nurmagomedov is predicting a surprise winner at this year’s FIFA World Cup. The former UFC lightweight champion made his name in the octagon, but football has always been a big part of his life.
"Khabib Nurmagomedov is supporting an underdog in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 20, 2026, 3:08 PMEx-UFC champion shares prediction for FIFA World Cup
Khabib Nurmagomedov is supporting an underdog in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
- Yahoo SportsJun 20, 2026, 2:21 PMKhabib Nurmagomedov backs surprise World Cup winner from outside top 6 favourites
Khabib Nurmagomedov is predicting a surprise winner at this year’s FIFA World Cup. The former UFC lightweight champion made his name in the octagon, but football has always been a big part of his life.
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