Iraq face Norway in a World Cup group opener that carries real weight for both sides after decades away from the tournament. Iraq return for the first time since 1986 while Norway make their bow...

France should handle Senegal comfortably when these sides meet in the World Cup opener at MetLife Stadium. Their form over the last few months backs that up. Four wins from the last five matches tell...

Iran should handle New Zealand without too much trouble in this World Cup Group G opener. Their recent results show a side that can put teams away when the mood takes them, and the 5-0 win over Costa...

Saudi Arabia head into this World Cup clash with Uruguay carrying mixed recent results that won't fill them with total confidence. They picked up a solid 3-0 friendly win over Puerto Rico on June 5...

Belgium should handle Egypt comfortably in this World Cup opener at Seattle Stadium. Their recent friendlies tell a clear story of a side hitting form at the right time. Four wins and a draw across...

Spain kick off their World Cup campaign against Cape Verde on June 15 and they look set to dominate from the start. The European champions sit in Group H with a side packed with talent, while Cape...

Sweden kick off their World Cup campaign against Tunisia and they look the stronger side on paper. Their run through UEFA playoffs included a 3-2 win over Poland and a 3-1 victory against Ukraine...

Ivory Coast mark their return to the World Cup after 12 years with a Group E opener against Ecuador that feels anything but straightforward. Their recent form has caught the eye, three straight wins...

Netherlands look set to start their World Cup campaign on the front foot against Japan. Their recent results show a mixed bag but include solid wins over Norway and Uzbekistan, while that narrow loss...

Germany step into their World Cup 2026 Group E opener as heavy favorites against Curaçao at NRG Stadium. Their squad carries real quality even after a couple of injury setbacks. Recent form tells its...

Turkey arrive at BC Place with the sharper edge for this World Cup Group D opener. They've rattled off four straight wins, including a 4-0 hammering of North Macedonia and a 2-1 result against...

Scotland should handle this opener against Haiti without too much drama. They've turned up in good nick lately, knocking four past Bolivia and another four past Curaçao just weeks ago. Haiti have...