World Cup 2026 Predictions

San Marino

San Marino

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

10 June 2025

19:45

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Austria

Austria

San Marino will look to put an end to their three-game losing run in the World Cup qualifiers when they take on Austria on Tuesday evening. Sa Marino made life difficult for Bosnia in their last qualifying game, but veteran striker Edin Dzeko eventually helped the Balkan Dragons grab vital three points. The minnows are likely to adopt yet another defence-minded approach agai... Read More...

This match will be played on 10 June 2025 at 19:45

Romania

Romania

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

10 June 2025

19:45

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Cyprus

Cyprus

Romania will look to recover from a 2-1 loss to Austria when they take on Cyprus in their fourth group game. The Tricolori are eyeing their second win of the process and they will not have a better chance than this to return to winning ways. FCSB midfielder Florin Tanase is pushing for a start after scoring as a substitute in the Ernst Happel Stadion defeat, while midfielder... Read More...

This match will be played on 10 June 2025 at 19:45

Netherlands

Netherlands

Prediction:
4-0

Match Time & Date:

10 June 2025

19:45

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Malta

Malta

Following a routine 2-0 win over Finland, Netherlands will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Malta at Euroborg. The Oranje kicked off their 2026 World Cup qualifying in style and they are seen as hot favourites to win Tuesday’s clash as well. Head coach Ronald Koeman is expected to shuffle his pack, with all Justin Kluivert, Xavi Simons, a... Read More...

This match will be played on 10 June 2025 at 19:45

Latvia

Latvia

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

10 June 2025

19:45

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Albania

Albania

After sharing the spoils with their bitter rivals Serbia on Saturday evening, Albania will look to return to winning ways in the 2026 World Cup when they take on Latvia at Skonto stadions on Tuesday evening. Sylvinho’s men had a penalty saved in their third group game, but they are surely capable of beating the Latvians in Riga. There are no fresh injury worries in the awa... Read More...

This match will be played on 10 June 2025 at 19:45

Finland

Finland

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

10 June 2025

19:45

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Poland

Poland

Helsinki Olympic Stadium will host Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier between Finland and Poland, the two teams that meet in a competitive match for the first time since 2007. Back then, the two teams played out a goalless draw, but Poland are seen as hot favourites to win this qualifier. In Robert Lewandowski’s absence, a man to watch in the away team will be Inter midfielde... Read More...

This match will be played on 10 June 2025 at 19:45

Italy

Italy

Prediction:
4-0

Match Time & Date:

9 June 2025

19:45

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Moldova

Moldova

Italy will be desperate to recover from a heavy loss at Norway when they welcome Moldova to Mapei Stadium on Monday. The Azzurri failed to impress in the 3-0 defeat to Erling Haaland and Co, but they are seen as hot favourites to beat the Moldovans at home ground. Italy boss Luciano Spalletti is widely expected to shuffle his pack, with all Riccardo Orsolini, Federico Dimarc... Read More...

This match will be played on 9 June 2025 at 19:45

Faroe Islands

Faroe Islands

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

9 June 2025

19:45

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Gibraltar

Gibraltar

Faroe Islands will try to put an end to their four-game losing run in all competitions when they take on Gibraltar on Monday evening. Faroe Islands made a slow start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, losing to both Czech Republic and Montenegro in the first two group games, but they are seen as hot favourites to win the Gibraltar clash. Centre-forward Petur Knudse... Read More...

This match will be played on 9 June 2025 at 19:45

Estonia

Estonia

Prediction:
1-4

Match Time & Date:

9 June 2025

19:45

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Norway

Norway

Following a 3-1 loss to Israel, Estonia will look to get back on course when they take on Norway in their fourth group game. The former Soviet Republic need a win in Monday’s clash if they are to keep their 2026 World Cup hopes alive, but they will have a mountain to climb against Erling Haaland and Co. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team ahead of Norway’s... Read More...

This match will be played on 9 June 2025 at 19:45

Croatia

Croatia

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

9 June 2025

19:45

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Czech Republic

Czech Republic

After rolling over Gibraltar 7-0 in their opener, Croatia will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Czech Republic in their second group game. Real Madrid ace Luka Modric is pushing for a start after coming as a substitute against Gibraltar, with attacking duo Andrej Kramaric – Franjo Ivanovic eyeing a spot in the starting XI after each netti... Read More...

This match will be played on 9 June 2025 at 19:45

Belgium

Belgium

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

9 June 2025

19:45

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Wales

Wales

All eyes will be on King Baudouin Stadium when Belgium and Wales lock horns in a highly-anticipated World Cup qualifier. Belgium failed to impress in their Group J opener, with the team dropping two points in a 1-1 draw with North Macedonia and, no doubt, they will go for a win in Monday’s encounter. Premier League stars Youri Tielemans and Amadou Onana are both pushing fo... Read More...

This match will be played on 9 June 2025 at 19:45

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

9 June 2025

15:00

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North Macedonia

North Macedonia

Kazakhstan will be aiming to recover from a 4-1 loss to Belarus when they take on North Macedonia on Monday afternoon. The Kazakhs failed to impress in their last warm-up game and they face yet another difficult task against North Macedonia. A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be Maksim Samorodov, who found the net in a 2-0 win over Liechtenstein.

The Maced... Read More...

This match will be played on 9 June 2025 at 15:00

Finland

Finland

Prediction:
1-3

Match Time & Date:

7 June 2025

19:45

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Netherlands

Netherlands

Helsinki Olympic Stadium will be the centre of attention when Finland and Netherlands take on each other in the 2026 World Cup qualifier. Finland kicked off their World Cup qualifying campaign with a 1-0 win over Malta, while sharing the spoils with Lithuania in their second group game, but they will have a big fish to fry against Netherlands. Former Premier League ace Teemu... Read More...

This match will be played on 7 June 2025 at 19:45

Austria

Austria

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

7 June 2025

19:45

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Romania

Romania

Austria and Romania square off against each other at Ernst Happel Stadion in what is expected to be one of the most entertaining games of Saturday’s program. Austria are seen as hot favourites to win this qualifier, but Marko Arnautovic and Co. will have to prove their worth on the field. Gernot Trauner is banned for the match, fellow defender David Alaba remains in the re... Read More...

This match will be played on 7 June 2025 at 19:45

Albania

Albania

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

7 June 2025

19:45

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Serbia

Serbia

Expect an electrifying atmosphere at Air Albania Stadium in Tirana when Albania and Serbia lock horns in a highly-anticipated World Cup qualifier. Given the political tensions between the two nations, there will be fireworks when they meet on Saturday evening, but Serbia are seen as favourites to win this match. A man to keep an eye on in the away team will be key attacker A... Read More...

This match will be played on 7 June 2025 at 19:45

Malta

Malta

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

7 June 2025

17:00

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Lithuania

Lithuania

Ta’Qali National Stadium will host Saturday’s football game between Malta and Lithuania, Both sides are eyeing their first win of the process, but this game could easily end up as a draw. It has to be noted that Malta forward Ylyas Chouaref is banned for the match following his sending-off in a 2-0 win over Malta.

The Lithuanians, on the other hand, are on a nine... Read More...

This match will be played on 7 June 2025 at 17:00

Andorra

Andorra

Prediction:
0-4

Match Time & Date:

7 June 2025

17:00

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England

England

Andorra will try to claim a major scalp in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers when they take on England at RCDE Stadium (neutral location) on Saturday. The Andorrans failed to impress in back-to-back defeats to Latvia and Albania and they face yet another uphill task against the Three Lions. There are no fresh injury concerns in the home team ahead of England’s visit.

T... Read More...

This match will be played on 7 June 2025 at 17:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
28 October 2025 • 08:36 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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