The 2026 World Cup kicks off tonight and Betfair are celebrating the opening match with a standout offer for new customers. Sign up and you can back a goal to be scored in Mexico vs South Africa at enhanced odds of 50/1, while also receiving a £5 free bet to use on England.
The tournament begins with a familiar fixture, as Mexico and South Africa meet in a repeat of the 2010 World Cup opener. History suggests goals could be on the agenda too. No opening match at the World Cup has ended 0-0 since 1978, while the last five tournament curtain-raisers have produced 19 goals between them. If you’re expecting another entertaining start to the competition, this Betfair promotion could be worth considering.
How to claim the Betfair 50/1 offer on a goal in Mexico vs South Africa plus £5 England free bet
Simply follow the steps below to get started and claim Betfair’s offer of 50/1 on a goal to be scored in Mexico vs South Africa.
- Sign up to Betfair via this link and use promo code ZFBEDP.
- Opt into the promo before the game kicks off
- Deposit a minimum of £5 by Pay by Bank, Cards or Apple Pay.
- Place a max £1 bet on “Over 0.5 goals” in the over/under goals market
- If your bet is successful, you will be paid in cash based on the normal price on site. You will have the extra amount, bringing the bet up to the cumulative 50/1 payout, credited in Free Bet Builders.
- You’ll also receive a £5 Free England Multi to be used on England World Cup fixtures only.
Who can take part?
- New customers only. Available to residents of the UK & Republic of Ireland.
How & when can I qualify?
- Open a new account using promo code ZFBEDP
- Opt-in into the promo until the first game starts.
- Deposit a minimum of £5 by Pay by Bank, Cards or Apple Pay.
- Place a max £1 bet on “Over 0.5 Goals” in the Over/Under Goals market. Winnings paid in cash at normal odds and are topped up to the enhanced price in Free Bet Builder bets.
- Cashed Out, Partially Cashed Out and Power Price bets will not count towards the promotion. If you place a qualifying bet and subsequently use Cash Out on the bet, you will no longer be eligible for the promotion.
What can I win?
- If your bet is successful, you will be paid in cash based on the normal price on site and will have the extra amount, bringing the bet up to the cumulative 50/1 payout, credited in Free Bet Builders
- £5 Free England Multi to be used on England World Cup fixtures only. £5 England Multi will be credited 24hrs after your qualifying stake is settled. Free bets are valid 30 days, only deposits with cards, ApplePay, & Pay by Bank are eligible. T&C’s apply. Please gamble responsibly.
When will I get my prize?
- You will receive your Free bet after your qualifying bet settles.
- £5 England Multi will be credited 24hrs after your qualifying stake is settled.
- Free bets are valid 30 days, only deposits with cards, ApplePay & Pay by Bank are eligible.
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