{"id":1447040,"date":"2026-05-07T16:54:05","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T15:54:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&#038;p=1447040"},"modified":"2026-06-02T12:45:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T11:45:27","slug":"world-cup-2026-every-teams-set-piece-takers","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/world-cup-2026-every-teams-set-piece-takers\/","title":{"rendered":"World Cup 2026: Every Team&#8217;s Set-Piece Takers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>While open play often grabs the headlines, the strategic mastery of set-pieces can be the decisive factor between victory and defeat.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From pinpoint free-kicks curling into the top corner to perfectly delivered corners creating chaos in the box, the players entrusted with these critical moments possess a unique blend of skill, composure, and vision. Understanding who these specialists are for each team is not just a matter of curiosity for fans, but a vital piece of tactical intelligence for analysts and opponents alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This comprehensive guide delves into every <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/football-tips\/world-cup-2026-betting-tips-predictions\/\">World Cup<\/a> team, identifying their primary penalty takers, free-kick maestros, and corner-kick architects, offering an unparalleled insight into the strategic depth of the beautiful game. Whether you&#8217;re a fantasy football enthusiast, a tactical analyst, or simply a passionate supporter, knowing your team&#8217;s set-piece takers &#8212; and those of their rivals &#8212; is essential for appreciating the nuances of World Cup football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-world-cup-set-piece-specialists\">World Cup set-piece specialists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-algeria\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/algeria-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Algeria<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Riyad Mahrez<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Riyad Mahrez, Fares Chaibi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Riyad Mahrez, Fares Chaibi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-argentina\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/argentina-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Argentina<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Lionel Messi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Lionel Messi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Lionel Messi, Rodrigo de Paul<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-australia\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/australia-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-tactical-analysis\/\">Australia<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Martin Boyle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Nestory Irankunda, Ajdin Hrustic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Ajdin Hrustic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-austria\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/austria-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Austria<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Marko Arnautovic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Marcel Sabitzer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: David Alaba, Marcel Sabitzer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-belgium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/belgium-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Belgium<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Romelu Lukaku<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Kevin De Bruyne<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Kevin De Bruyne, Youri Tielemans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bosnia-herzegovina\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/bosnia-herzegovina-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Bosnia-Herzegovina<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Edin Dzeko, Haris Tabakovic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Amar Dedic, Benjamin Tahirovic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Amar Dedic, Benjamin Tahirovic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-brazil\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/brazil-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Brazil<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Raphinha\/Lucas Paqueta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Raphinha<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Bruno Guimaraes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cape-verde\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/cape-verde-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Cape Verde<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Sidny Cabral<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Jamiro Monteiro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Sidny Cabral<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-canada\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/canada-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Canada<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Jonathan David<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Alphonso Davies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Alphonso Davies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-colombia\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/colombia-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Colombia<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: James Rodriguez<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: James Rodriguez<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: James Rodriguez<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-croatia\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/croatia-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Croatia<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Ante Budimir<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Luka Modric<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Luka Modric<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-curacao\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/curacao-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-tactical-analysis\/\">Curacao<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Leandro Bacuna<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Juninho Bacuna<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Juninho Bacuna\/Leandro Bacuna<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-czech-republic\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/czech-republic-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-tactical-analysis\/\">Czech Republic<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Patrik Schick<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Vaclav Cerny, Pavel Sulc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Vaclav Cerny, Pavel Sulc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/SquawkaBet\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"114\" src=\"https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-1024x114.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1415389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-1024x114.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-300x33.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-768x86.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-1536x171.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-400x45.jpg 400w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-600x67.jpg 600w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-538x60.jpg 538w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-150x17.jpg 150w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-40x4.jpg 40w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1.jpg 1792w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dr-congo\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/dr-congo-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">DR Congo<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Penalties: <\/strong>Cedric Bakambu, Yoane Wissa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free kicks: <\/strong>Yoane Wissa, Gael Kakuta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Corners: <\/strong>Arthur Masuaku, Gael Kakuta<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/ecuador-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Ecuador<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Enner Valencia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Kendry Paez<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Pervis Estupinan\/Kendry Paez\/Gonzalo Plata<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/egypt-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Egypt<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Mo Salah<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Mo Salah<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Mo Salah<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-england\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/england-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">England<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Harry Kane<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Declan Rice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Declan Rice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/france-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">France<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Kylian Mbappe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Michael Olise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembele<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-germany\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/germany-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Germany<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Joshua Kimmich<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: David Raum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: David Raum, Florian Wirtz<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/ghana-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Ghana<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Jordan Ayew<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Kudus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Kudus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/haiti-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Haiti<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Duckens Nazon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Louicius Deedson, Duckens Nazon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Louicius Deedson, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-iran\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/iran-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Iran<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Mehdi Taremi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Mehdi Taremi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Saman Ghoddos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-iraq\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/iraq-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Iraq<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Aymen Hussein<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Amir Al-Ammari, Ali Jasim<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Amir Al-Ammari, Ali Jasim<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ivory-coast\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/ivory-coast-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Ivory Coast<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Vakoun Bayo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Clement Akpa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Clement Akpa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/japan-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Japan<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Ayase Ueda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Takefusa Kubo\/Daichi Kamada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Takefusa Kubo\/Ritsu Doan\/Junya Ito<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/jordan-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Jordan<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Ali Olwan, Yazan Al-Naimat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Musa Al-Taamari, Ali Olwan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Musa Al-Taamari, Mahmoud Al-Mardi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/mexico-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Mexico<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Raul Jimenez<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Luis Chavez, Hirving Lozano<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Luis Chavez, Hirving Lozano<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/morocco-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Morocco<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Achraf Hakimi, Brahim Diaz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Achraf Hakimi, Brahim Diaz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Achraf Hakimi, Brahim Diaz<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-netherlands\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/netherlands-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Netherlands<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Memphis Depay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Frenkie de Jong, Cody Gakpo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Denzel Dumfries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/new-zealand-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">New Zealand<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Chris Wood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Sarpreet Singh, Matt Garbett<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Sarpreet Singh, Elijah Just<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/norway-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Norway<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Erling Haaland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Martin Odegaard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Martin Odegaard, Fredrik Aursnes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/panama-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Panama<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Ismael Diaz, Eric Davis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Amir Murillo, Adalberto Carrasquilla<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Eric Davis, Adalberto Carrasquilla<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/paraguay-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Paraguay<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Julio Enciso<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Julio Enciso, Miguel Almiron<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Julio Enciso, Miguel Almiron<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/portugal-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Portugal<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Cristiano Ronaldo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Cristiano Ronaldo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/qatar-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Qatar<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Akram Afif<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Akram Afif<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Akram Afif<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/saudi-arabia-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Saudi Arabia<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Firas Al-Buraikan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Saleh Abu Al-Shamat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Salem Al-Dawsari, Saleh Abu Al-Shamat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/scotland-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Scotland<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: John McGinn, Ryan Christie<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Andy Robertson, John McGinn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Andy Robertson, John McGinn<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/world-cup\/senegal-world-cup-2026-fixtures-players-analysis\/\">Senegal<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Penalties: Sadio Mane<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free kicks: Sadio Mane<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corners: Sadio Mane<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"vcsw-sports-widgets shortcode vcsw-outright-odds\" id=\"outright-odds-1\"><script 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