World Cup 2026 has been spectacular so far, with plenty of goals scored in some wonderful stadiums across North America.
This week, the group stage comes to an end, with the Round of 32 getting underway on June 28.
So here are our final sports betting tips for the opening phase of the tournament before we get stuck into knockout football.
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Portugal vs Uzbekistan: Anytime goalscorer – Cristiano Ronaldo @ 1.62
After his struggles vs DR Congo, Ronaldo has now gone 10 matches at major international tournaments without a goal. It is a woeful record for a man of his stature, but Portugal’s greatest-ever player has made a habit of silencing criticism throughout his career. And Ronaldo still has five goals in his last eight appearances for A Selecao, while Uzbekistan conceded twice in four of their previous six matches. Over to you, Cristiano.
England vs Ghana: Player to score or assist – Jude Bellingham @ 1.83
Bellingham’s goal against Croatia was his sixth contribution at a major tournament, more evidence of his ability to deliver in big games. The Real Madrid star is in a healthy competition for the No10 berth with Morgan Rogers, so there is no chance of him taking his foot off the gas vs an inconsistent Ghana team. The Black Stars’ clean sheet vs Panama was their first in seven attempts, and the Three Lions’ attack should roar once again here.
Colombia vs DR Congo: Both teams to score – Yes @ 2.30
We are struggling to work out why the odds for both teams to score are so high. Colombia are rightly the pre-match favourites, having beaten Uzbekistan 3-1 in their opener. But keeping clean sheets is not really the South American side’s forte, with just two tallied in the last seven matches. Furthermore, DR Congo showed off their attacking quality vs Portugal, with goalscorer Yoane Wissa and Cedric Bakambu making up a pretty formidable front two.
Scotland vs Brazil: Brazil total goals – Over 1.5 @ 1.51
Scotland may have only conceded one goal at the tournament courtesy of Morocco’s Ismael Saibari, but the fact of the matter is Steve Clarke’s defence has looked shaky at best. After surrendering 15 shots vs Haiti, the Tartan Army’s goal was peppered with 12 more shots vs Morocco. So this match looks tailor-made for a Brazil attack which rediscovered some of its groove in the 3-0 win over Haiti. Matheus Cunha’s introduction proved to be an inspired choice as the striker netted a brace, while Vinicius Junior chipped in with his second goal of the tournament. Brazil have scored over 1.5 goals in four of their last five matches, so you fear for Scotland here in such a crucial game.
Ecuador vs Germany: Anytime goalscorer – Deniz Undav @ 2.88
Undav has been Germany’s super-sub at World Cup 2026 thus far. After scoring in the 7-1 victory over Curacao, the Stuttgart striker netted twice off the bench to secure a priceless 2-1 win vs Ivory Coast, including a well-taken 94th-minute winner. With top spot in the group already secured, Julian Nagelsmann looks certain to rotate his starting XI for this fixture, which should mean a start for Undav. Ecuador have no option but to go for the win following a disappointing 0-0 draw with Curacao, which leaves potential space for Undav to exploit.
Tunisia vs Netherlands: Netherlands total goals – Over 2.5 @ 1.67
Tunisia’s World Cup 2026 campaign has been an unmitigated disaster, suffering two losses, conceding nine goals and seeing one manager sacked. The African nation’s 5-1 thrashing by Sweden was followed by a 4-0 mauling at the hands of Japan, so the Netherlands forward line must surely be licking their lips ahead of kick-off. Ronald Koeman’s men beat Sweden 5-1 in their previous outing, Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo each netting braces. With the Dutch embroiled in a battle for top spot in the group, and therefore pumped full of motivation, this has the potential to be a very one-sided contest.
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