The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues into the knockout rounds! 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 Monday, June 29th. 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, 6/29

Netherlands vs. Morocco – Both Teams To Score (-118 on BetMGM Sportsbook)

Today’s World Cup expert picks feature the Round of 32 matchup between the Netherlands and Morocco. We should see both teams score in this back-and-forth and competitive contest. Let’s grab that bet and root for the Dutch and the Moroccans to both find the back of the net. 

The Netherlands’ attack has proven to be among the best in this World Cup. Their 10 goals in group play were tied for the tournament-high, matching France and Germany. The offense features multiple creators and goal-scoring threats in Cody Gakpo, Donyell Malen, and Brian Brobbey. Plus, the veteran Memphis Depay provides a spark off the bench. 

It’s hard to see the Netherlands squad held scoreless today with that potent attack. Morocco boasts a solid defense, but it’s also vulnerable. The unit just gave up a pair of first-half goals to Haiti in the last group match. The Moroccans were also probably lucky to allow only one goal to Brazil earlier in the tournament. 

Meanwhile, Morocco can get on the board as well. As dangerous as the Dutch offense can be, their defense is beatable. That was evident against Japan in group play, conceding two goals in the second half. Netherlands also allowed a goal in all three group-stage matches. The wing-backs push high in attack, leaving the back line exposed on the counter. 

Morocco has the attacking firepower to stretch the Netherlands defense and grab a goal. Brahim Diaz can control the middle, while full-back Achraf Hakimi is a real threat on the edge. Look for both to be involved in Morocco’s scoring chances. 

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Top World Cup Player Props Today

Orlando Gil (Paraguay) – 4+ Saves (-145 on DraftKings Sportsbook)

Let’s keep the World Cup best bets going with a player prop. Our World Cup expert picks feature Paraguay’s Orlando Gil to have four or more saves against Germany today. The goalkeeper should be active in a match expected to be controlled by the German attack.

Germany scored 10 goals in group play, tied for the most in the World Cup with France and the Netherlands. The offense also sent in 53 shots over the three games. Meanwhile, Paraguay prefers to sit back on defense with a compact formation. This flow should result in plenty of German shot attempts. 

Paraguay also relies on Gil to stand tall in goal. He had five saves and a clean sheet against both Turkiye and Australia. He had three saves against the United States, but that total could’ve been higher as the US scored four times. Plus, the Paraguayan defense recently allowed Turkiye to send in a whopping 32 shots. 
 

Best Underdog Picks For Today’s Matches

Vinicius Junior (Brazil) – Higher Than 1.5 Shots On Target

Our World Cup expert picks also feature a selection on Underdog Fantasy. Let’s roll with Brazil’s Vinicius Junior to have two or more shots on target against Japan today. 

Vinicius is Brazil’s focal point in the attack. The talented forward had 12 shots, with eight attempts on target, across the three group-stage matches. He was especially active in the most recent game, sending in 8 shots total and five on goal. Vinicius also scored four goals with an assist during group play. 

Japan’s defense will surely put up a fight in this match. However, Brazil will look to get Vinicius in attacking positions as much as possible. He’s the clear offensive catalyst, especially with Raphinha now sidelined. Bank on him taking at least two shots on target. 

 

 

 

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: 

Brazil vs. Japan 

  • Vinicius Junior +150
  • Matheus Cunha +165
  • Endrick +185
  • Neymar +185

Germany vs. Paraguay

  • Deniz Undav +120
  • Kai Havertz +120
  • Nick Woltemade +135
  • Florian Wirtz +155

Netherlands vs. Morocco

  • Cody Gakpo +220
  • Ismael Saibari +230
  • Memphis Depay +230
  • Brian Brobbey +240

 

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 also help us cash in on World Cup predictions as the tournament progresses. 

We only had one Round of 32 match on Sunday’s slate. Canada grabbed the 1-0 victory to advance past South Africa. That means the under cashed with ease, while the “both teams to score” prop failed to hit. It brings us to a 39-34 record favoring the over in this World Cup. Meanwhile, the “both teams to score” prop is now 40-33.