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Mexico vs South Africa, 11th June Mexico win ✅ Score 2 – 0 Home advantage should help Mexico see off South Africa in the opening match South Korea vs Czechia, 12th June Draw ❌ Score 2 -1 South Korea may rue a lack of cutting edge against a robust Czechia outfit Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina, 12th June Draw ✅ Score 1 – 1 Bosnia & Herzegovina could frustrate a Canada side better suited to playing in transition USA vs Paraguay, 13th June USA win ✅ Score 4 – 1 Paraguay can be a tough nut to crack, but the USA should edge it on home soil Qatar vs Switzerland, 13th June Switzerland win ❌ Score 1 – 1 Switzerland are potential dark horses and they will dominate a Qatar outfit that struggled in 2022 Brazil vs Morocco, 13th June Brazil win ❌ Score 1 – 1 Morocco upset the odds at World Cup 2022, but Brazil will fancy their chances on matchday one Haiti vs Scotland, 14th June Scotland win ✅ Score 0 – 1 Haiti are rank outsiders at the competition, so Scotland are clear favourites in this one Australia vs Türkiye, 14th June Draw ❌ Score 2 – 0 Australia’s spirit and organisation can help them avoid defeat by a technical Türkiye team Germany vs Curaçao, 14th June Germany win ✅ Score 7 – 1 This is not one of the best Germany teams of all time, but they will have too much for Curaçao Netherlands vs Japan, 14th June Draw ✅ Score 2 – 2 Japan have the potential to go far this summer, but both they and the Netherlands may have to settle for a point first up Ivory Coast vs Ecuador, 15th June Ecuador win ❌ Score 1 – 0 Ecuador’s solid defensive unit can help them kick off their campaign with a victory over Ivory Coast Sweden vs Tunisia, 15th June Draw ❌ Score 5 – 1 Sweden’s attack could be blunted by Tunisia’s defence in what looks set to be a low-scoring encounter Spain vs Cape Verde, 15th June Spain win ❌ Score 0 – 0 European champions Spain should have few problems against African debutants Cape Verde  Belgium vs Egypt, 15th June Belgium win ❌ Score 1 – 1 Egypt can be stubborn opposition, but Belgium have the tools to prise their backline open Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay, 15th June Draw ✅ Score 1 – 1 All is not well in the Uruguay camp, so do not be surprised if Saudi Arabia get something Iran vs New Zealand, 16th June Iran win ❌ Score 2- 2 Despite their rocky preparation, Iran can collect three points against New Zealand  France vs Senegal, 16th June France win ✅ Score 3 – 1 France have the strongest squad at the tournament and can overwhelm a good Senegal side Iraq vs Norway, 16th June Norway win ✅ Score 1 – 4 Norway’s attack is likely to overwhelm Iraq as both sides return to the world stage Argentina vs Algeria, 17th June Argentina win ✅ Score 3 – 0 Argentina may need to be patient but they will eventually break down Algeria Austria vs Jordan, 17th June Austria win ✅ Score 3 – 1 Austria’s pressing will be more effective in this evening kick-off against Jordan Portugal vs DR Congo, 17th June Portugal win ❌ Score 1 – 1 Portugal are a strong contender for the trophy and they could put a few goals past DR Congo England vs Croatia, 17th June Draw ❌ Score 4 – 2 Not an easy opening game for England against familiar opponents in Croatia Ghana vs Panama, 18th June Ghana win ✅ Score 1 – 0 Could be one of the tightest matches of the first round, but Ghana have more quality in the final third Uzbekistan vs Colombia, 18th June Colombia win ✅ Score 1 – 3 Colombia will not have everything their own way, but their superior firepower could settle this one Czechia vs South Africa, Thursday 18th June Draw ✅ Score 1 – 1 Neither team impressed last time out, but Czechia’s set-piece prowess could be the difference. Switzerland vs Bosnia & Herzegovina, Thursday 18th June Switzerland win ✅ Score 4 – 1 As long as they are not as wasteful as against Qatar, the Swiss should prove too strong. Canada vs Qatar, Thursday 18th June Canada win ✅ Score 6 – 0 Canada were the better team on matchday one and they should beat a mediocre Qatar. Mexico vs South Korea, Friday 19th June Mexico win ✅ Score 1 – 0 South Korea are capable of holding their own against the co-hosts. USA vs Australia, Friday 19th June USA win ✅ Score 2 – 0 Australia defended brilliantly against Turkey, but the USA’s intensity could unseat them. Scotland vs Morocco, Friday 19th June Morocco win. ✅ Score 0 – 1 Expect a low-scoring encounter, but one which is won by the superior Moroccan technicians. Brazil vs Haiti, Saturday 20th June Brazil win ✅ Score 3 – 0 Even if the collective performance is not cohesive, Brazil’s stars will surely tip the balance. Turkey vs Paraguay, Saturday 20th June Turkey win ❌ Score 0 – 1 Both teams need a huge improvement after matchday one, with Turkey more likely. Netherlands vs Sweden, Saturday 20th June Draw ❌ Score 5 – 1 Sweden’s firepower makes them a real threat, while the Dutch were unconvincing against Japan. Germany vs Ivory Coast, Saturday 20th June Germany win ✅ Score 2 – 1 There will not be much between these two sides, but Germany should edge it. Ecuador vs Curacao, Sunday 21st June Ecuador win ❌ Score 0 – 0 Another 7-1 is unlikely, but Ecuador will have too much quality for Curacao. Tunisia vs Japan, Sunday 21st June Japan win ✅ Score 0 – 4 Tunisia have changed their manager but that will probably not prevent another defeat. Spain vs Saudi Arabia, Sunday 21st June Spain win ✅ Score 4 – 0 Saudi Arabia will aim to replicate Cape Verde’s defensive efforts, but this time Spain should break through. Belgium vs Iran, Sunday 21st June Draw ✅ Score 0 – 0 Belgium were not overly convincing last time out, but the various obstacles could prove too much for Iran. Uruguay vs Cape Verde, Sunday 21st June Draw ✅ Score 2 – 2 Cape Verde can get another positive result against a Uruguay side which is less than the sum of its parts. New Zealand vs Egypt, Monday 22nd June Draw ❌ Score 1 – 3 Egypt are better suited to being the underdogs, so New Zealand could frustrate them. Argentina vs Austria, Monday 22nd June Argentina win ✅ Score 2 – 0 Whether or not there is more Messi magic, Argentina will back themselves to triumph again. France vs Iraq, Monday 22nd June France win ✅ Score 3 – 0 Iraq were too open against Norway and will be punished by the French attack. Norway vs Senegal, Tuesday 23rd June Draw ❌ Score 3 – 2 A tough match to call -Senegal are more balanced from front to back, but Norway’s attack can dazzle. Jordan vs Algeria, Tuesday 23rd June Algeria win ✅ Score 1 – 2 Although poor against Argentina, Algeria have the players to win this one. Portugal vs Uzbekistan, Tuesday 23rd June Portugal win ✅ Score 5 – 0 Another underwhelming display is a distinct possibility, but Portugal will surely pick up all three points. England vs Ghana, Tuesday 23rd June England win ❌ Score 0 – 0 This is not a vintage Ghana side, so England should win without too many issues. Panama vs Croatia, Wednesday 24th June Croatia win ✅ Score 0 – 1 Panama can hold their own for parts of this game, but Croatia should outscore them. Colombia vs DR Congo, Wednesday 24th June Draw ❌ Score 1 – 0 DR Congo showed their credentials against Portugal and are worth backing for another point. Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Qatar, Wednesday 24th June Bosnia & Herzegovina win ✅ Score 3 – 1 Neither team has impressed so far, but Qatar are the more limited side. Switzerland vs Canada, Wednesday 24th June Draw ❌ Score 2 – 1 A point apiece would suit both teams, so that is likely to be what we get. Morocco vs Haiti, Wednesday 24th June Morocco win ✅ Score 4 – 2 Haiti have fought hard so far, but they will be outclassed by Morocco. Scotland vs Brazil, Wednesday 24th June Brazil win ✅ Score 0 – 3 Scotland need to get something to guarantee a place in the round of 32, but Brazil will prove too strong. Czechia vs Mexico, Thursday 25th June Draw ❌ Score 0 – 3 Mexico will probably rotate their starting XI, giving Czechia the chance to avoid defeat. South Africa vs South Korea, Thursday 25th June South Korea win ❌ Score 1 – 0 South Africa have flattered to deceive up to now, so South Korea should triumph here. Curacao vs Ivory Coast, Thursday 25th June Ivory Coast win ✅ Score 0 – 2 Curacao give up plenty of chances, and Ivory Coast will not let them off the hook like Ecuador did. Ecuador vs Germany, Thursday 25th June Germany win ❌ Score 2 – 1 Ecuador need all three points to go through, but even a rotated Germany team can capitalise on their poor form. Japan vs Sweden, Friday 26th June Japan win ❌ Score 1 – 1 Sweden will give Japan something to think about, but the Samurai Blue are the better team. Tunisia vs Netherlands, Friday 26th June Netherlands win ✅ Score 1 – 3 Tunisia have been dismal up to now, so another Dutch success beckons. Paraguay vs Australia, Friday 26th June Draw ✅ Score 0 – 0 Both teams would go through with a draw, which is the most likely outcome in this one. Turkey vs USA, Friday 26th June Draw ❌ Score 3 – 2 Turkey could salvage some pride against what is likely to be a reserve USA team. Norway vs France, Friday 26th June Draw ❌ Score 1 -4 Goals are on the cards in this one, but France have enough to avoid defeat and win Group I. Senegal vs Iraq, Friday 26th June Senegal win ✅ Score 5 – 0 Senegal have not been at their best so far, but this is a golden opportunity to pick up all three points. Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia, Saturday 27th June Draw ✅ Score 0 – 0 Cape Verde would be happy with a point, and Saudi Arabia do not have enough in attack to deny them. Uruguay vs Spain, Saturday 27th June Spain win ✅ Score 0 – 1 Uruguay have been poor so far and Spain rediscovered their groove against Saudi Arabia. Egypt vs Iran, Saturday 27th June Draw ✅ Score 1 – 1 Egypt are through already, while a draw would probably be sufficient for Iran to reach the last 32. New Zealand vs Belgium, Saturday 27th June Belgium win ✅ Score 1 – 5 Belgium have not been great up to now, but they will have too much quality for New Zealand. Croatia vs Ghana, Saturday 27th June Croatia win ✅ Score 2 – 1 Ghana are already through to the knockout phase, so they could ease up against a Croatia team that needs a result. Panama vs England, Saturday 27th June England win ✅ Score 0 – 2 The Three Lions were frustrated by Ghana last time out, but Panama are not as well organised defensively. Colombia vs Portugal, Sunday 28th June Draw ✅ Score 0 – 0 Colombia have enough of an attacking threat to pick up a point against Portugal. DR Congo vs Uzbekistan, Sunday 28th June DR Congo win ✅ Score 3 – 1 Uzbekistan have struggled at their first ever World Cup, so DR Congo can collect their first victory. Algeria vs Austria, Sunday 28th June Draw ✅ Score 3 – 3 A point apiece would send Algeria and Austria through to the round of 32, so we might not see a winner here. Jordan vs Argentina, Sunday 28th June Argentina win ✅ Score 1 – 3 The Albiceleste may rest Lionel Messi on matchday three, but even their reserve team has enough to beat Jordan.