World Cup 2026 Predictions

Jamaica

Jamaica

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 March 2022

00:00

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El Salvador

El Salvador

Jamaica will look to put an end to their three-game losing run when they face El Salvador at Independence Park on Friday. The Reggae Boyz are not enjoying a WC qualifying campaign to remember, with the team missing out on a place at the showpiece tournament in Qatar. Since interim boss Paul Hall has decided to rely on 18 local players for the upcoming qualifying matches, hom... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 March 2022 at 00:00

Uruguay

Uruguay

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2022

23:30

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Peru

Peru

There will be fireworks when Uruguay and Peru face each other at Estadio Centenario in a highly-anticipated World Cup qualifier. La Celeste aim to build on back-to-back wins over Paraguay and Venezuela, and they are likely to go all guns blazing at los Incas. Luis Suarez will be the man to watch despite losing his place in Atletico Madrid’s starting XI, while Edinson Cavan... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2022 at 23:30

Paraguay

Paraguay

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2022

23:30

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Ecuador

Ecuador

Estadio Antonio Oddone Sarubbi will host Friday’s World Cup qualifier between Paraguay and Ecuador. La Albirroja are having a qualifying process to forget, with the team collecting only 13 points from possible 48. Since Paraguay head into the match with the lack of motivation, home win should not be considered. All Luis Zarate, Marcos Gomez, and Josue Colman are back to co... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2022 at 23:30

Colombia

Colombia

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2022

23:30

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Bolivia

Bolivia

Colombia will be aiming to keep their World Cup qualification hopes alive when they host Bolivia to their Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Melendez. Los Cafeteros face a must-win situation against La Verde, and they are likely to leave their hearts on the field. All Juan Cuadrado, James Rodriguez, and Luis Muriel made the cut, but experienced striker Radamel Falcao has been rul... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2022 at 23:30

Brazil

Brazil

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2022

23:30

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Chile

Chile

Brazil will look to cement top position in the South America World Cup qualifiers when they take on Chile, who are fighting hard to secure a top-five finish. A Selecao rolled over Paraguay 4-0 in February, but seeing that Argentina are still breathing down their neck, we are positive that Tite’s men are going to take Friday’s clash seriously. PSG ace Neymar is back from ... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2022 at 23:30

Wales

Wales

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2022

19:45

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Austria

Austria

All eyes will be on Cardiff City Stadium when Wales and Austria face each other in the World Cup playoffs semis. The Dragons continue to rely on Real Madrid ace Gareth Bale, but keep in mind that he missed Sunday’s El Clasico with a minor injury. Aaron Ramsey faces race against clock to be fit for the match as well, while first-choice goalkeeper Danny Ward has been ruled o... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2022 at 19:45

Sweden

Sweden

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2022

19:45

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Czech Republic

Czech Republic

Friends Arena will host Thursday’s World Cup qualifier between Sweden and Czech Republic, who face each other in the playoffs semis. The Swedes failed to impress in back-to-back defeats to Georgia and Spain, and, as a result, they eventually clinched second position in Group B. Manchester United rising star Anthony Elanga has received a call-up, while Milan veteran Zlatan ... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2022 at 19:45

Portugal

Portugal

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2022

19:45

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Turkey

Turkey

Following a heart-breaking loss to Serbia, Portugal will look to give fans some cheer when they take on Turkey in the World Cup playoffs semis. A Selecao are eager to qualify for the showpiece tournament, but they need to cross two hurdles if they are to meet the goal. Joao Felix has been in a splendid form of late, and the Atletico Madrid ace is widely expected to start aga... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2022 at 19:45

Italy

Italy

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2022

19:45

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North Macedonia

North Macedonia

After failing to secure automatic qualification to the World Cup finals, Italy will be aiming to make it to the showpiece tournament through the playoffs. Federico Chiesa misses out with injury, while Leonardo Bonucci is a major. Mario Balotelli failed to make the cut, and, as a result, Lazio ace Ciro Immobile will lead the line for the hosts. Napoli goalkeeper Alex Meret ha... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2022 at 19:45

Mexico

Mexico

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

3 February 2022

03:00

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Panama

Panama

After dropping two points in a goalless draw with Costa Rica, Mexico will look to return to winning ways in the North & Central America WC qualifiers when they host Panama to Estadio Azteca. Even though the game will be played behind closed doors, El Tri are seen as hot favourites to win it, but they will have to prove their worth on the field.

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This match will be played on 3 February 2022 at 03:00

El Salvador

El Salvador

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

3 February 2022

02:00

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Canada

Canada

Buoyed by a thrilling 2-0 win over United States of America, Canada will look to give fans yet another reason for celebration when they take on El Salvador at Estadio Cuscatlan. The Canucks are on the right track to secure automatic qualification for the 2022 World Cup finals, but they can’t afford any complacency in the remainder of the process. Even though Bayern Munchen... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 February 2022 at 02:00

United States

United States

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

3 February 2022

00:30

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Honduras

Honduras

Following a heart-breaking loss to Canada, USA will look to return to winning ways in the World Cup qualifiers when they take on Honduras at Allianz Field. The Yanks aim to melt Canada’s advantage in the standings, and they are likely to fight tooth and nail against los Catrachos. Talented attacker Ricardo Pepi is widely expected to return to the starting XI, while Christi... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 February 2022 at 00:30

Jamaica

Jamaica

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

3 February 2022

00:00

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Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Following yet another heart-breaking defeat in the World Cup qualifiers, Jamaica will look to return to winning ways in the process when they take on Costa Rica at Independence Park. However, home win should not be considered as Mexico and Panama ruined the Reggae Boyz’ their qualification hopes. Michail Antonio will be the man to watch in the home team, while QPR forward ... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 February 2022 at 00:00

Peru

Peru

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

2 February 2022

02:00

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Ecuador

Ecuador

Peru will look to build on a hard-fought 1-0 win over Colombia when they take on Ecuador at Estadio Nacional de Lima on Wednesday morning. La Blanquirroja were more than fortunate to beat los Cafeteros in Baranquilla as James Rodriguez and Co. failed to turn their dominance into goals. Peru are eager to retain their spot in top four, but the game against Ecuador will be anyt... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 February 2022 at 02:00

Brazil

Brazil

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

2 February 2022

00:30

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Paraguay

Paraguay

After sharing the spoils with Ecuador in their last qualifying match, Brazil will look to retain top position in the standings when they take on Paraguay at Mineirao on Tuesday morning. The Selecao will be without suspended defender Emerson Royal against La Albirroja, while both Fabinho and Paqueta return to contention. Neymar remains on the sidelines with injury, while Ajax... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 February 2022 at 00:30

Argentina

Argentina

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

1 February 2022

23:30

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Colombia

Colombia

All eyes will be on Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes when Argentina and Colombia face each other in a highly-anticipated World Cup qualifier. La Albiceleste aim to build on a 2-1 win over Chile where Leo Messi set out, and there is every chance Lautaro Martinez will continue to lead the line for the hosts. Messi is a major doubt, while Palacios, Dominguez, and Foyth have been ru... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 February 2022 at 23:30

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
31 October 2025 • 14:39 UTC • 1 min read
World Cup 2026 Predictions

World Cup Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our expert tips for the World Cup across the most popular football betting markets, including Match Result, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), Over/Under 2.5 Goals, Total Goals, and Correct Score. Our World Cup betting insights are based on extensive historical data, team form leading into the tournament, and performance trends from recent editions, providing a reliable foundation for informed betting strategies.

World Cup Outrights Tips

The World Cup will take place from 11 June to 19 July 2026. Our outright tips for the World Cup will be released close to the start of the tournament, once final squads, venue details, and group-stage fixtures are confirmed. These football predictions will cover potential winners, top goalscorers, and dark horses based on tactical depth, player quality, and historical consistency in knockout stages.

World Cup Outrights Tips

World Cup Betting Stats and Data

Our World Cup betting analysis draws on data from recent editions of the tournament to highlight consistent patterns and team performance metrics. The competition has averaged around 2.6 goals per match across its last five editions, with BTTS outcomes in roughly 48% of fixtures and clean sheets recorded in about 40%. While the group stage often produces higher-scoring matches due to open play and mismatched teams, World Cup finals tend to be tighter, averaging fewer than 2.5 goals per game as tactical caution and defensive discipline dominate. These insights, combined with current team form, player fitness, and pre-tournament momentum, form the basis of our data-driven soccer betting tips and forecasts.

What are World Cup Predictions?

World Cup predictions are expert analyses of the most likely outcomes across football’s biggest international tournament. Each of our World Cup forecasts evaluates team form, tactical structure, and performance trends from the qualifiers and recent friendlies. This analysis covers key World Cup betting markets such as Match Result, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and Over/Under 2.5 Goals, as well as long-term markets like To Reach the Final or To Win the Tournament. By combining updated performance data with tactical insight, our football predictions deliver reliable, evidence-based forecasts throughout the World Cup and other major competitions.

How are World Cup Predictions determined?

Our analysts shape reliable World Cup predictions through a four-step process that combines statistical modelling, tactical evaluation, and continuous monitoring of market data. Given the global scale and duration of the World Cup, each stage ensures precision, adaptability, and relevance from the group phase to the final.

The 4 steps involved in developing our World Cup predictions are as follows.

  1. Analysing team form and qualification performance. The process of producing data-driven World Cup predictions begins with an examination of each nation’s qualification record and recent performances in friendlies. Analysts review statistics such as goal difference, conversion rate, defensive stability, and performance away from home to establish a foundation for forecasting World Cup results.
  2. Assessing tactical identity and adaptability. The second step in building accurate World Cup predictions focuses on tactical structure. Our World Cup experts study formations, pressing intensity, and transition play to determine how well teams adapt to varying styles of opponents.
  3. Monitoring player availability and physical readiness. The third step behind World Cup predictions involves tracking player fitness and selection. With participants coming from top leagues worldwide, injuries, fatigue, or late withdrawals often influence performance. Assessing squad depth and rotation strategies is crucial for predicting consistency throughout the World Cup.
  4. Aligning performance data with betting market trends. The final step in the process of shaping solid World Cup predictions involves merging all performance indicators with bookmaker odds and market movement. Our nalysts compare model projections with shifts in betting prices caused by team news, tactical adjustments, or travel factors. This step ensures that every World Cup prediction reflects real-time conditions and delivers the strongest value insights for bettors.

When are World Cup Predictions released?

World Cup predictions are published on Monday at 1:00 PM (London time) in the week that the tournament begins. This fixed release schedule ensures that every prediction and accompanying betting tips reflect the latest confirmed squads, tactical updates from pre-tournament friendlies, and any late changes in team news ahead of the opening match.

What are the most appealing Betting Markets to bet on for the World Cup?

The three most appealing betting markets for the FIFA World Cup are Home Wins, Over 1.5 Goals, and Clean Sheets. These markets reflect consistent historical patterns across the last five World Cup tournaments (2006 to 2022), showing moderate scoring averages between 2.3 and 2.7 goals per match, strong defensive records, and a measurable advantage for host nations or teams playing closer to home.

What are the most appealing Betting Markets to bet on for the World Cup

More information on the 3 best betting markets for the FIFA World Cup is provided below.

  • Home Wins. Home Wins has proven one of the best-performing markets in World Cup betting, especially in tournaments where host nations perform above expectations. Across the last five editions of the Cup, home or host teams have recorded win rates of 36% to 50%, with an average of around 44%. The home advantage has consistently provided value for World Cup bettors backing host-nation victories in early stages and knockout fixtures.
  • Over 1.5 Goals. Over 1.5 Goals is one of the most consistent World Cup markets, with results exceeding this threshold in more than 60% of matches in every tournament since 2006. The average goals per match ranged from 2.27 in South Africa 2010 to 2.69 in Qatar 2022, with attacking intent increasing in later World Cup editions. The balance between elite attacking quality and defensive caution produces steady outcomes that make Over 1.5 a low-risk, reliable betting option across all stages of the Cup.
  • Clean Sheets. Clean Sheets offer one of the most stable defensive markets for World Cup betting. Across the last five tournaments, 47% to 75% of World Cup games featured at least one clean sheet, averaging around 60% overall. The high rate of clean sheets reflects the importance of defensive organisation in international football, particularly in knockout rounds where teams prioritise structure and efficiency. Historically dominant sides such as Germany, France, and Argentina have contributed significantly to this World Cup trend.

The table below summarises World Cup outcomes from the last five editions across these key betting markets.

Tournament Home Wins Draws Away Wins Over 1.5 Goals Clean Sheets Avg. Goals / Match
2006 Germany 50% 23% 27% 69% 75% 2.30
2010 South Africa 36% 25% 39% 63% 67% 2.27
2014 Brazil 44% 20% 36% 70% 57% 2.67
2018 Russia 41% 20% 39% 75% 52% 2.64
2022 Qatar 43% 26% 31% 70% 47% 2.69

World Cup Guide

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will mark the 23rd edition of the world’s premier international men’s football tournament, organised by FIFA. This edition will be the first World Cup ever hosted by three nations (Canada, Mexico, and the United States) and the first since 2002 to feature multiple host countries. The 2026 World Cup will be contested in 16 cities across North America and will run from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The tournament will feature a record 48 national teams from six confederations, reflecting the growing global reach and competitive depth of FIFA’s World Cup. Like the Copa America, the World Cup represents a celebration of regional football unity on a global stage, bringing together nations with deep-rooted rivalries and shared football heritage.

What Is the Format of the World Cup 2026 Season?

The 2026 World Cup will introduce an expanded format with 48 teams divided into 12 groups of four. The top two teams from each group, along with the eight best third-placed teams, will advance to a new round of 32. The new World Cup format introduces a total of 104 matches, increasing from the traditional 64 seen in previous tournaments. Teams reaching the World Cup semi-finals will play eight matches in total, one more than in the 32-team structure used from 1998 to 2022. The 2026 World Cup will last 39 days and maintain a balance between competitiveness and player workload, with three group-stage matches per team followed by knockout rounds until the final.

What are the Start & End Dates for the World Cup 2026?

The 2026 World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The opening match will be held at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca, while the final will take place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Canada, Mexico, and the United States will each host group-stage games within their own borders, giving fans across North America the opportunity to experience the World Cup first-hand.

How are World Cup Fixtures Built Up?

Fixtures for the 2026 World Cup are built up by FIFA through a structured allocation process that determines match venues, scheduling, and rest periods based on geography and logistics. The World Cup full match schedule was announced in 2024, with venues and host allocations confirmed across three regions, Western, Central, and Eastern. Mexico will host the opening match, while the United States will stage the majority of knockout games, including the World Cup semi-finals and final. The draw will take place in December 2025 in Washington, D.C., using FIFA rankings and seeding pots to determine group placement. This structure ensures that host nations receive home fixtures and that geographical diversity and stadium quality are evenly distributed across the World Cup.

Other Competitions We Cover

Explore more of the world’s top international football tournaments with our expert predictions and betting tips for competitions connected to the World Cup.

  • Copa América Predictions. Our Copa América predictions cover South America’s most prestigious tournament, analysing tactical contrasts, player form, and goal-scoring trends.
  • UEFA Euro Predictions. UEFA Euro forecasts examine Europe’s premier international competition, assessing team balance, possession efficiency, and historical rivalries that shape continental football.
  • Africa Cup of Nations Predictions. Our AFCON predictions highlight Africa’s top football nations, evaluating tactical patterns, emerging players, and the impact of local conditions across diverse host cities.
  • Gold Cup Predictions. Gold Cup forecasts assess North and Central America’s leading international event, focusing on form, consistency, and knockout-stage performance across teams from the CONCACAF region.
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