The 2026 FIFA World Cup is finally here! Before you enjoy the action, let’s dive into the top World Cup expert picks for today’s matches. We’ll dish out a few World Cup predictions for Saturday, June 27th. Check out these World Cup best bets for some of the top players and games on the schedule. Plus, we’ll examine some of the key World Cup odds to keep an eye on. 

 

Best FIFA World Cup Picks Today 6/27

Colombia vs. Portugal – Both Teams To Score (-115 on DraftKings Sportsbook)

Today’s World Cup expert picks feature Colombia’s matchup against Portugal. We should see both teams score as the attacks set the tone. The winner of this game claims the top spot in Group K, which means both squads should be plenty motivated to net multiple goals. 

Both Colombia and Portugal are through to the next round anyway, but winning this group matters. The first-place finisher of Group K will get an easier opponent in the Round of 32 against a third-place squad. The winner would also avoid Spain in a potential Round of 16 matchup, which 

Portugal, especially, will be looking for an early score to win the match. A draw would have Colombia winning the group. Portugal still advances, but an easier path can be the difference between a deep run and a quick exit. 

Besides the group scenarios, this match also features plenty of attacking star power. Cristiano Ronaldo leads the Portuguese offense after scoring twice in the last game. Bruno Fernandes and Joao Felix are playmakers in the attack as well. As for Colombia, the offensive trio of James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz, and Luis Suarez is among the best in the World Cup. 

These nations have combined to score 10 goals in their first two matches. We should see both convert a goal in this one as they battle for first place in the group. 

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Top World Cup Player Props Today

Yoane Wissa (DR Congo) – 3+ Shots (-155 on DraftKings Sportsbook)

Let’s keep the World Cup best bets going with a player prop. Our World Cup expert picks feature Yoane Wissa to have three or more shots for DR Congo against Uzbekistan today. The talented forward should benefit from Congo’s group qualification scenario that point to multiple shot attempts. 

It’s a simple, really. DR Congo needs to beat Uzbekistan today to advance past the group stage. Though the Congolese have only scored one goal in the first two matches combined, this matchup is a much easier one. Uzbekistan has allowed seven goals and 32 total shots over its first two games. There should be shot chances for Congo’s attack, especially with the team pressing for goals to ensure a victory. 

As for Wissa, he’s a focal point of DR Congo’s offense. His movement and finishing ability should create plenty of shot opportunities with a real chance at scoring. Wissa only has three total shots over the first two matches combined, but he now faces a weaker defense than Portugal and Colombia. 

 

 

 

Best Underdog Picks For Today’s Matches

Julian Alvarez (Argentina) – Higher Than 2.5 Shots Attempted

Our World Cup expert picks also feature a selection on Underdog Fantasy. Let’s roll with Argentina’s Julian Alvarez to have at least three shots against Jordan today. The talented forward has been coming off the bench in the World Cup, but he could move into the starting lineup for this match. 

Argentina has already won its group, so we may see some rotation amongst the starters. That should lead to Alvarez getting the nod over Lautaro Martinez in one of the forward spots. He could also be more active in the attack if/when Lionel Messi likely gets subbed out earlier than normal. 

Alvarez has only recorded one shot over the first two matches. However, as noted, he’s been coming off the bench as a second-half sub. Plus, Messi has been dominating the shot attempts thus far. We should see Argentina look to get their young striker more involved offensively, especially against an easy opponent. 

Jordan’s defense allowed 11 shots to Austria, and then 17 shots to Algeria in the first two games. Both attacks aren’t nearly as dangerous as Argentina’s. Look for Alvarez to take on a bigger role. 

 

Most Likely Goal Scorers Today

Now that we’ve broken down the top World Cup expert picks, let’s focus on which players are most likely to score goals. Below is a list of the top anytime goalscorer World Cup odds for today’s matches. The odds are via DraftKings Sportsbook: 

  • Harry Kane -185 (England)
  • Lionel Messi -170 (Argentina)
  • Ollie Watkins -155 (England)
  • Ivan Toney -145 (England)
  • Julian Alvarez +100 (Argentina)
  • Lautaro Martinez +100 (Argentina)
  • Jose Lopez +125 (Argentina)
  • Cristiano Ronaldo +125 (Portugal)
  • Marcus Rashford +160 (England)
  • Goncalo Ramos +170 (Portugal)
  • Ante Budimir +170 (Croatia)

 

World Cup Betting Trends To Know 

Before you lock in those World Cup expert picks, let’s talk betting trends. The World Cup odds and recent history can tell us a lot about how a match may go. Keeping up with the trends can help us cash in on World Cup predictions as the tournament progresses. 

Friday featured a mixed bag of results and totals. We saw three of the six matches hit the over with higher-scoring contests. Belgium, France, and Senegal all scored four or more goals themselves. Meanwhile, the other 3 matches each finished with under 2.5 goals. That brings us to a 35-31 record slightly favoring the over in this World Cup.

Meanwhile, the “both teams to score” prop cashed in 3 of the 6 matches as well yesterday. This has previously been a profitable bet, but it broke even on Friday. The “both teams to score” pick is now 36-30 during the World Cup.