The World Cup is just about get more interesting than it’s already been. The final round of group games is where we’ll see some teams qualify automatically for the knockouts, while others will have to wait to see if they’re 1 of 8 best 3rd-placed teams in the competition. The rest will have to get onto a plane back to their home countries.
While some nations have already secured their qualification, there are still groups that are wide open. We’ve picked some of the best games to bet on in the coming days, as the group stages of the World Cup ends.
Senegal vs Iraq
• Date: 26 June 2026
• Kick-off time: 21:00
• Venue: BMO Field
Despite losing their opening 2 fixtures, both nations are in the hunt for a 3rd place finish that would see them into the knockouts. Senegal have a slight edge as their goal difference is 3 for the better. They are primed to keep Iraq quiet in this one, especially since the Asians failed to score in 2 of their last 3 matches.
While the Lions of Mesopotamia’s attack leaves a lot to be desired, their defence can stand strong. They are currently on a run of 18 games on the bounce where they’ve conceded a maximum of 2 goals. Meanwhile, the last time Senegal score more than 2 goals in a game were back at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Considering what’s at stake in this game, both teams may start slightly nervy. Just like they did against France, Senegal could head into the break level of terms. But they are more than capable of punishing the Iraqi defence in a second-half surge.
Senegal vs Iraq best bets
Totals – Under 2.5 goals at odds of 2.50
BTTS – No at odds of 1.70
Halftime/ fulltime – Draw/ Senegal at odds of 3.70
Morocco vs Haiti
• Date: 25 June 2026
• Kick-off time: 00:00
• Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
With a change of head coach, Morocco were expected to struggle at the World Cup, but they’ve been decent. A 1-1 draw with Brazil and 1-0 win over Scotland means the Atlas Lions can top their group with a hefty victory against Haiti. Being on a 31-game unbeaten run, you wouldn’t bet against them punishing the Haitians here.
The African champions will understand that they need to improve their goal difference if they are to scoop top spot. We expect them to start filling their boots early, especially since 9 of Haiti’s 10 goals conceded either at a World Cup or the qualifiers arrived before the 45-minutemark.
One man who stands out for Morocco is Ismael Saibari. He already scored in both opening fixtures and if he scores here, will create history as the first African player to score in all 3 group games.
Morocco vs Haiti best bets
Anytime goalscorer – Ismael Saibari at odds of 2.00
Handicap – Morocco to win with a -2 handicap at odds of 2.40
Total & BTTS – Over 2.5 goals & no at odds of 2.90
Norway vs France
• Date: 26 June 2026
• Kick-off time: 21:00
• Venue: Gillette Stadium
Top spot for Group I is on the line in Boston, as both nations won their opening 2 matches. This group has already produced 17 goals at an average of 4.25 goals per match. With Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland featuring this 1, we expect the net to bulge several times. Additionally, France’s last 11 internationals saw the goal count rise to above two.
We shouldn’t underestimate Norway’s ability to bloody France early in this game. The Vikings opened the scoring in both their games so far. Their forward line have a decent understanding of the French defence, which could help them land the first blow.
This match is by no means a done deal, as Norway are in good nick. In their head-to-head history, both sides won 1 each in their last 2 meetings. The 3 clashes before that all ended in stalemates, a likely scenario in Boston.
Norway vs France best bets
Totals & BTTS – Over 2.5 goals & yes at odds of 1.89
First goal – Norway at odds of 2.65
1×2 – Draw at odds of 4.40
Croatia vs Ghana
• Date: 27 June 2026
• Kick-off time: 23:00
• Venue: Lincoln Financial Field
Ghana’s opening day win against Panama and their goalless draw holds them in good stead heading into the find round of fixtures. The Black Stars only need a draw to confirm their spot in the Round of 32 automatically. However, seeing as they’re already on 4 points, defeat wouldn’t be the end of their World Cup.
With 2 of their last 3 outings ending deadlocked, we think they might hold the Europeans to a low-scoring draw. Croatia aren’t exactly firing on all cylinders with just 2 wins from their last 5 and 3 defeats. Both teams ended drawing the first halves of their opening 2 games, which is a huge possibility here.
Additionally, both of Ghana’s matches produced fewer than three goals, while Croatia had 1 of their 2 matches finish with just 1 goal. The Europeans have an ageing team, which could struggle against the fitness of the Black Stars. As a result, the goal count is likely to remain low.
Croatia vs Ghana best bets
1×2 – Draw at odds of 3.50
Halftime/ fulltime – Draw/ Draw at odds of 4.20
Totals & BTTS – Under 2.5 goals & yes at odds of 6.20
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Byron David
Byron lives and breathes sport, and took an interest in writing at an early age. His career has seen him write for several publications in South Africa and abroad. He’s a proud Gooner and bleeds Green and Gold.
