Denmark
- Home Stadium: Parken Stadium
- Coach: Kasper Hjulmand
- FIFA Ranking: 10
- World Cups Won: 0
- Key Players: Christian Eriksen, Joakim Maehle
*Updated 11/7/22
Current Squad / Roster
Goalkeepers Defenders Midfielders Attackers Goalkeepers- Kasper Schmeichel
- Daniel Iversen
- Peter Vindahl Jensen
- Jannik Vestergaard
- Joachim Andersen
- Victor Nelsson
- Joakim Maehle
- Andreas Christensen
- Rasmus Kristensen
- Nicolai Boilesen
- Jens Stryger Larsen
- Christian Eriksen
- Mathias Jensen
- Morten Hjulmand
- Philip Billing
- Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg
- Daniel Wass
- Mikkel Damsgaard
- Martin Braithwaite
- Andreas Skov Olsen
- Robert Skov
- Andreas Cornelius
- Jonas Wind
One nation that may be considered by many as a leading dark horse in the FIFA World Cup odds this year is Denmark. The Denmark stats show that they consistently perform well in major international tournaments, but a Denmark World Cup success this year in Qatar would be the first time that they have ever won the top prize. You can learn more about the important Denmark stats before the FIFA World Cup schedule starts here.
Denmark World Cup Future Odds
The Denmark World Cup hopes for the competition this fall could be pretty high. They are currently a 28/1 chance in the betting to win the World Cup for the first time. However, making it through to the latter stages will likely be their main goal. The Danes are 2/1 to reach the quarterfinals, and a 5/1 shot to reach the semi-finals in Qatar later this year.
FIFA World Cup Denmark’s Record
Historical Events
Denmark is yet to win the World Cup, but they have been consistent in other major tournaments since the 90s. That includes their shocking win at the European Championships in 1992, while they reached the semi-finals at EURO 2020, before losing to England in extra-time.
Their best showing at the World Cup came in 1998, as they reached the quarterfinals. They enjoyed a very solid showing in that tournament in France, as they finished second in Group C behind the host nation. The Danes then beat Nigeria 4-1 in the round of 16, before eventually falling to a 3-2 defeat in the quarterfinals against Brazil.
How well have Denmark done in previous World Cups?
The Denmark stats indicate them being very competitive at the World Cup later this year. Since 1986, they have made it out of the group stage in all but one of five competitions that they have qualified for.
Their best showing came in 1998, as they were eliminated in the quarterfinals, with the round of 16 being the stage that they have fallen at most regularly. Denmark fell at the round of 16 stage at the hands of Croatia in 2018, which was the third time that they have been knocked out at that stage since 1986.
Who are the best historical players of Denmark?
Denmark has developed some of the finest players in Europe since the 90s, but they have especially excelled when developing top goalkeepers. Peter Schmeichel is among the most celebrated. He captained Denmark to international success at the EUROs in 1992, and later was part of the treble-winning Manchester United team in 1999.
Schmeichel represented his nation on a record 129 occasions. Jon Dahl Tomasson and Poul Nielsen hold the joint record for the most goals, as both forwards found the net on 52 occasions. However, Tomasson scored more at the World Cup, with his total of five being a Danish record.
Denmark Fun Facts In Previous World Cups
One of the strangest Denmark stats is the fact that they have come up against three World Cup runners-up in the previous four years. In 2018, they were beaten by Croatia in the round of 16, while they fell at the same stage to Brazil in 1998. Denmark was also drawn alongside the Netherlands in 2010, who would later lose in the World Cup final to Spain.
Despite failing to win the World Cup, Danish players hold two esteemed records at the competition. Michael Laudrup holds the record for the longest gap between goals at the World Cup at 12 years and 16 days. Meanwhile, Ebbe Sand’s goal against Nigeria in the 1998 World Cup was the fastest goal ever scored by a substitute in World Cup history.
Denmark Squad for the 2022 World Cup
Expected FIFA World Cup Team Roster
The Denmark squad has many players that play for some of the biggest clubs in the most competitive leagues. That could be a big factor when it comes to assessing their chances alongside the FIFA World Cup betting stats. However, the squad that is most likely to represent the nation later this year can be found below.
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The Denmark betting would suggest that the Danes will be fighting for second place following the draw for the FIFA World Cup groups. However, their consistency in international tournaments could be a big factor, and the Denmark World Cup fixtures can be found below.
- November 22- Denmark vs. Tunisia
- November 26- France vs. Denmark
- November 30- Australia vs. Denmark
Denmark 2022 World Cup Odds
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Denmark | +2800 |
To Win Group D
| Team | Moneyline |
|---|---|
| France | -250 |
| Denmark | +300 |
| Tunisia | +1400 |
| Australia | +1000 |
