World Cup 2026 Predictions

Bosnia Herzegovina

Bosnia Herzegovina

Prediction:
5-0

Match Time & Date:

7 June 2025

14:00

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San Marino

San Marino

Bosnia & Herzegovina will look to keep their 100% record intact in Group H when they face San Marino on Saturday afternoon. The Balkan Dragons made a flying start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign and they are seen as hot favourites to beat San Marino as well. Experienced striker Edin Dzeko is pushing for a start after sitting out the Cyprus game, with Bundesliga a... Read More...

This match will be played on 7 June 2025 at 14:00

Venezuela

Venezuela

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

23:00

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Bolivia

Bolivia

After surviving Peru in their last World Cup qualifier, Venezuela will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Bolivia at Estadio Monumental de Maturin. La Vinotinto are still the only CONMEBOL team to have never qualified for the World Cup finals, but they are on the right track to book their place in the playoffs this time out. A win over Bolivi... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 23:00

Colombia

Colombia

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

21:30

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Peru

Peru

Friday’s football game at Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Melendez pits together Colombia and Peru. Los Cafeteros are desperate to put an end to their four-game winless run in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and they are seen as hot favourites to beat La Bicolor in Barranquilla. Millonarios goalkeeper Alvaro Montero has been omitted as well as Carlos Cuesta, Santiago Arias, an... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 21:30

Wales

Wales

Prediction:
4-0

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

19:45

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Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein

Following a 1-1 draw with North Macedonia in Skopje, Wales will look to return to winning ways in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers when they take on Liechtenstein on Friday evening. The Dragons are seen as hot favourites to win this match, but boss Craig Bellamy must warn his men against complacency. The good news for the hosts is that both Ethan Ampadu and Harry Wilson are bac... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 19:45

Norway

Norway

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

19:45

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Italy

Italy

Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo will be the centre of attention when Norway and Italy square off against each other in an eagerly-awaited World Cup qualifier. The Norwegians aim to keep their 100% record in Group I intact, but they will have a big fish to fry against the Azzurri. As always, a man to keep an eye on in the home team will be Erling Haaland, who sealed the victory agai... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 19:45

North Macedonia

North Macedonia

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

19:45

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Belgium

Belgium

North Macedonia will be looking to claim a major scalp when they take on Belgium in a highly-anticipated World Cup qualifier. The Macedonians kicked off their 2026 WC qualifying campaign with a routine 3-0 win over Liechtenstein, while sharing the spoils with Wales in their second group game. As Blagoja Milevski’s men should be happy with one point from Friday’s clash, t... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 19:45

Gibraltar

Gibraltar

Prediction:
0-3

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

19:45

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Croatia

Croatia

Gibraltar and Croatia go head to head at Estadio Algarve in a David-vs-Goliath clash. Gibraltar made a slow start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, losing to both Montenegro and Czech Republic in the first two group games and they face yet another uphill task against Croatia. Bernando Lopes continues to miss out with injury for the home side.

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This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 19:45

Israel

Israel

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

19:45

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Estonia

Estonia

Buoyed by a 3-2 win over Moldova, Estonia will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they face Israel at A. Le Coq Arena. Estonia footballers are brimming with confidence ahead of Friday’s World Cup qualifier, but bear in mind that midfielder Kevor Palumets misses out through suspension. Flora forward Rauno Sappinen is widely expected to lead the line for ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 19:45

Czech Republic

Czech Republic

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

19:45

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Montenegro

Montenegro

Czech Republic and Montenegro take on each other at Doosan Arena in what is expected to be one of the most exciting games of Friday’s program. The Czechs are on a three-game winning run in all competitions and they surely want to keep their 100% record in the 2026 WC qualifiers intact. The good news for the hosts is that Hoffenheim striker Ivan Hasek is back to the squad, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 19:45

Chile

Chile

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

02:00

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Argentina

Argentina

Chile will be aiming to keep their 2026 World Cup qualifying hopes alive when they take on Argentina on Friday morning. La Roja are five points behind seventh-place Venezuela, meaning that this has to go down as a must-win game for the home side. Universidad de Chile goalkeeper Gabriel Castellon has received a surprising call-up, while Club America defender Igor Lichovsky is... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 02:00

Paraguay

Paraguay

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

01:00

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Uruguay

Uruguay

Estadio Defensores del Chaco will host Friday’s World Cup qualifier between Paraguay and Uruguay, the two teams that are level on points in the standings. La Albirroja are on the right track to secure their spot at the next year’s showpiece tournament, but boss Gustavo Alfaro must warn his men against complacency. As always, a man to watch in the home team will be Newcas... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 01:00

Ecuador

Ecuador

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

6 June 2025

00:00

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Brazil

Brazil

All eyes will be on Estadio Monumental Banco Pichincha when Ecuador and Brazil go head to head in a highly-anticipated World Cup qualifier. Ecuador are on the right track to secure their place at the next year’s showpiece tournament, but boss Sebastian Beccacece must warn his men against complacency. Key attacker Enner Valencia made the cut despite struggling with a hamstr... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 June 2025 at 00:00

Venezuela

Venezuela

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

26 March 2025

00:00

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Peru

Peru

Venezuela will try to regain their spot in top seven when they welcome Peru to Estadio Monumental Maturin on Wednesday. La Vinotinto failed to spoil Ecuador’s party at Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado, but they are surely capable of matching Peru in front of home fans. Freddy Vargas picked up a knock in the last qualifying game, with Jan Hurtado being ready to step up.

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This match will be played on 26 March 2025 at 00:00

Colombia

Colombia

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

26 March 2025

00:00

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Paraguay

Paraguay

Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Melendez will be packed when Colombia and Paraguay lock horns in a highly-anticipated World Cup qualifier. Colombia suffered a 2-1 loss to Brazil in round 13, with the team extending their losing run to three games. However, Wednesday’s clash could turn their fortunes around in the qualifiers for the upcoming showpiece tournament. Both Juan Ca... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 March 2025 at 00:00

Chile

Chile

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

26 March 2025

00:00

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Ecuador

Ecuador

Chile play host to Ecuador at their Estadio Nacional Julio Martinez Pradanos in what is expected to be a close World Cup qualifier. La Roja aim to recover from a 1-0 loss to Paraguay, but they face yet another difficult challenge against La Tri. Experienced forward Alexis Sanchez should play some part in Wednesday’s clash after overcoming his minor injury, while all Marcel... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 March 2025 at 00:00

Argentina

Argentina

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

26 March 2025

00:00

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Brazil

Brazil

There will be fireworks when Argentina and Brazil go head to head at Estadio Monumental in “Superclasico de las Americas”. La Albiceleste did well to beat Uruguay without Leo Messi in the starting XI, with his replacement Thiago Almada (Olympique Lyon) scoring a stunner midway through the second half. Argentina are eager to cement top position in the standings and they m... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 March 2025 at 00:00

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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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