FIFA World Cup Picks and Predictions: June 26, 2026
Written by: Nate Hornung
Published: Fri Jun 26, 2026, 12:25 pm ET
Read Time: 5 minutes
FIFA World Cup
Only two more days of group stage action remain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Take a look at what our experts have their eyes on for Friday's matches with our favorite World Cup picks.
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Norway vs. France FIFA World Cup Picks
Mbappe and France are looking to win their group today against Norway
Best Bet: France -1 (-110) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook
Erling Haaland already admitted in an interview this week, that France likely beats Norway. I have them doing so, and I really don't mind the push potential here. France is the deepest team in the tournament, and they need just a single point to clinch the top spot in the group.
Sure, Norway will come out aggressive, but ultimately France will be able to flex their muscle and at least win this game, hopefully by more than one for us.
Senegal vs. Iraq FIFA World Cup Picks
I am going to stay off this match, but to me, Senegal should win by a billion. Not only should they win by three or four (they need to), I do not expect Iraq to score. My leans include Senegal to win to nil at (-105), and Senegal ML/Under 3.5 (+117). However, Iraq is known to "gift" easy goals to their opponent, and I would worry about this African side taking advantage of one or two of those chances which would push this match over.
Spain vs. Uruguay FIFA World Cup Picks
Dani Olmo and Spain bounced back with a win. But now they face Uruguay to decide the group.
Best Bet: Spain ML/Under 4.5 (-119) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook
Spain does not need much to top this group, but I see them looking to build some momentum. They drew with Cape Verde in their opener, and were unable to find the back of the net. Then they turned it on for a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia in the very next match. Uruguay has been poor in both matches of the tournament, and I could see them struggling against the Spanish tonight.
However, I don't see much motivation to run up the score. Instead they should clinch the group and call off the dogs to save their legs for the knockout rounds.
Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup Picks
I will not be betting on this match, and I think you all will understand.
Egypt vs. Iran FIFA World Cup Picks
Egypt essentially just needs a draw in this match to clinch the group. Even if Belgium wins and catches them with five points, the Egyptians have the nod on goal differential as things currently stand. Like the books suggest, I see this being a low scoring contest.
Both teams conceded very quick goals to New Zealand in their matches, which makes me think they come out very defensive today, refusing to make a mistake.
New Zealand vs. Belgium FIFA World Cup Picks
Youri Tielemans and Belgium might miss out on the knockout stage if they can't beat New Zealand today
Best Bet: Belgium ML/Under 4.5 (-118) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook
Belgium has looked terrible all tournament long, and they are now in danger of not even moving on to the next round. But here I go once again backing them to win in a low scoring match.
This is their only shot at moving on, so I expect them to be as aggressive as possible. However we've seen New Zealand be able to hang with some good teams so far. Their luck runs out tonight.
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