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Spencer is a true sports junkie. A graduate of the Sports Journalism program at Centennial College, he first joined NorthStar Gaming as an intern in 2023. He is now a contributing writer. He loves finding the edge to bet on in all sports but has a deep passion for the NBA and UFC. Previous stops include Sportsnet.

Canada vs. Guatemala Gold Cup men’s soccer odds and best bet: Take the under in quarterfinal match

Canada vs. Guatemala odds

The Canadian men’s national team won Group B, setting up a quarterfinal match with Guatemala.

The pregame narrative: Canada went 2-0-1 in the group stage, conceding just won goal along the way. Les Rouges have netted nine goals on offence and are heavily favoured to advance past Guatemala at the Gold Cup.

Check out our Canada vs. Guatemala odds and my best bet for the men’s quarterfinal soccer match on June 29.

Canada vs. Guatemala odds

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Canada vs. Guatemala marketsBetting odds
Canada to win-305
Draw+440
Guatemala to win+850
Canada draw no bet-1,115
Guatemala draw no bet+480
Over 2.5 goals-152
Under 2.5 goals+120

Canada vs. Guatemala odds as of 1:42 p.m. ET on 06/27/2024.

Best bet

Under 2.5 goals (+120): Although Canada scored nine times in the group stage, six of those goals came against Honduras in the opening match.

Since then, the Canadians have scored three goals in two matches and needed the help of two red cards from El Salvador to win 2-0.

Les Rouges has it in them to score in bunches, but injuries and other absences have left a relatively new group still finding chemistry.

Canada holding another clean sheet will also be important for this pick, but I’m not too worried about that.

The side has done so in three of its past four matches. One of those games was against Ivory Coast, which sits No. 41 in the FIFA Rankings, 64 spots above Guatemala.

You could back Guatemala under 0.5 goals at -106 if you prefer, but I like the plus-money odds with insurance for a 1-1 draw that needs extra time.

The underdog should come out with a nothing-to-lose attitude, so expect a physical match with lots of whistles and a slow pace, similar to the match with El Salvador.

Key stat: Canada and Guatemala have a combined 4-2 record against this wager at the Gold Cup.

Canada vs. Guatemala predictions made at 11:27 a.m. on 06/27/2025.

Best WNBA prop bets June 27: Target Napheesa Collier, Caitlin Clark on offence

WNBA prop bets

The WNBA schedule is loaded with five games on tap for Friday night.

The latest: Caitlin Clark will be in action with the Indiana Fever, looking to snap a losing streak against the Dallas Wings. Napheesa Collier could make her return, which would give the Minnesota Lynx a huge boost in their meeting with the Atlanta Dream.

Check out the best WNBA prop bets for June 27, featuring Kayla Thornton.

WNBA prop bets

Best Bet: Thornton over 14.5 points (-125)

This is a great spot for the Golden State Valkyries’ leading scorer.

  • Thornton averages 14.9 points per game.
  • After a slow start (1-6 against this line), she has cleared this total in six of the last seven games (18.1 PPG during that span).
  • Plus, the Chicago Sky have the second-worst defensive rating in the WNBA (110.3).

The 32-year-old forward has taken advantage of the opportunity in her first season with the newly formed Valkyries.

Thornton’s played all 14 games and has taken 10 or more shots in 13 of those contests. She’s shooting a poor 39.3% from the field but has found her stride recently as the No. 1 option for Golden State.

Key stat: She’s shooting 44.8% from the field (38.0% from 3) over the past seven games.

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Best WNBA picks

Clark over 19.5 points (-120): The Fever’s superstar has been ice-cold over the past three games. That actually may be an understatement.

  • 12.0 PPG
  • 27.7 FG%
  • 1-for-23 from 3-point range

But Friday provides a good opportunity for Clark to bounce back. The Wings have the fourth-worst defensive rating (105.7).

Clark was shooting 40.0% from 3 before this dry spell.

She takes 15.7 shots per game (8.7 threes) and has yet to take less than 11 shots in a game this season.

The shots will be there, but the question is if Clark can break her slump from deep in a plus-matchup. The good news is she has a really good history against Dallas.

Clark averaged 29.0 points in three games against the Wings last season — the most against any opponent.

Collier over 28.5 points/rebounds (-121): There’s no guarantee Collier (probable) returns from her injury. But if she does, this line is a steal.

The WNBA’s leading scorer is putting up 24.4 points while grabbing 8.5 rebounds per night.

And her efficiency is otherworldly. Collier is boasting impressive 52.4/42.1/93.1 shooting splits this season.

Last season’s runner-up for MVP is hungry for her first award, and she’s well on track if she can stay healthy.

She’s 9-2 against this line so far this season. In one of those outliers, she left early due to an injury. The star forward had 13 points/rebounds in 18 minutes before exiting.

This is a discounted line due to Collier missing a few games, but I don’t believe she’ll be rushed back. She should see a full workload if available.

If she shits out another game, this wager is voided which would be no harm done.

WNBA prop picks made at 11:34 a.m. ET on 06/27/2025.

CFL Week 4 parlay picks: Bet on Montreal and Saskatchewan to stay perfect

CFL Week 4 parlay picks

Two teams look to stay undefeated as the CFL rolls into its fourth weekend.

The latest: There are plenty of question marks at quarterback around the league. The Toronto Argonauts and Ottawa Redblacks may see the return of their starters, while the Saskatchewan Roughriders could be without Trevor Harris against the BC Lions, who have their own QB questions.

Check out this CFL Week 4 parlay, featuring a pick on the Montreal Alouettes vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats game.

CFL Week 4 parlay picks

Parlay: Alouettes ML | Roughriders ML | Argonauts/Redblacks under 52.5 points (+410)

Alouettes moneyline (-138): Montreal looks unbeatable through three weeks.

  • They are 3-0 with a +49 point differential.
  • Two of those wins were on the road.
  • Davis Alexander has been great in his first year as a full-time starting QB. He’s completed 75.6% of his passes for 803 yards and five touchdowns (two interceptions).

Montreal’s signal caller is questionable this week but has a chance to play.

That’s not very concerning as the Al’s defence is elite too. It has allowed the fewest points through three weeks (56). For context, the Ti-Cats have only played two games and have allowed more points (66).

It’s really easy to get behind the league’s top scoring offence and best defence, even if it’s on the road.

Hamilton is 0-2 with a -17 point differential.

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Roughriders moneyline (-182): The Riders are another one of the CFL’s undefeated teams, and they have the benefit of playing at home in Week 4.

Both starting QBs are questionable for the contest. Nathan Rourke is still considered day-to-day and is in danger of missing his second straight game.

The Lions have repeatedly stated that they prioritize Rourke’s health over a quick return.

On the other side, Harris picked up an injury in Week 3, and he missed practice early in the week for the Roughriders.

If both QBs are out or even limited, it will turn into a running contest, and Saskatchewan has a huge edge there.

A.J. Ouellette continues to wreak havoc on CFL defences. Through three games, the halfback has rushed 33 times for 208 yards (6.30 yards per carry).

He had 90-plus yards in back-to-back weeks. Ouellette should have no problem carving up a Lions defence that allows 124.6 rushing yards per game.

Bet on the CFL

Argonauts/Redblacks under 52.5 points (-110): Here’s another game riddled with QB questions.

Kelly has yet to make a start for the Argos, missing the first three games while recovering from a broken leg.

It has been reported, however, that Toronto is optimistic Kelly will return in Week 4. If he plays, he could need time to adjust after a lengthy absence.

The Redblacks are who I’m interested in, though. Dru Brown has missed back-to-back games and sat out of practice this week. It was Dustin Crum getting the first team reps.

This makes a huge difference. Look at Brown’s career stats vs. Crum’s:

  • Brown: 34 TDs, 12 INTs
  • Crum: 11 TDs, 14 INTs

Toronto’s defence should be fine either way, but if Crum starts, this could be its first shutdown performance.

The Argos were the only team to hold Montreal to less than 30 points this season, and have gone under this total in two of their three games.

CFL Week 4 parlay picks made at 11:01 a.m. on 06/27/2025.

CFL Week 4 parlay picks: Bet on Montreal and Saskatchewan to stay perfect

CFL Week 4 parlay picks

Two teams look to stay undefeated as the CFL rolls into its fourth weekend.

The latest: There are plenty of question marks at quarterback around the league. The Toronto Argonauts and Ottawa Redblacks may see the return of their starters, while the Saskatchewan Roughriders could be without Trevor Harris against the BC Lions, who have their own QB questions.

Check out this CFL Week 4 parlay, featuring a pick on the Montreal Alouettes vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats game.

CFL Week 4 parlay picks

Parlay: Alouettes ML | Roughriders ML | Argonauts/Redblacks under 52.5 points (+400)

Alouettes moneyline (-139): Montreal looks unbeatable through three weeks.

  • They are 3-0 with a +49 point differential.
  • Two of those wins were on the road.
  • Davis Alexander has been great in his first year as a full-time starting QB. He’s completed 75.6% of his passes for 803 yards and five touchdowns (two interceptions).

Montreal’s signal caller is questionable this week but has a chance to play.

That’s not very concerning as the Al’s defence is elite too. It has allowed the fewest points through three weeks (56). For context, the Ti-Cats have only played two games and have allowed more points (66).

It’s really easy to get behind the league’s top scoring offence and best defence, even if it’s on the road.

Hamilton is 0-2 with a -17 point differential.

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Roughriders moneyline (-196): The Riders are another one of the CFL’s undefeated teams, and they have the benefit of playing at home in Week 4.

Both starting QBs are questionable for the contest. Nathan Rourke is still considered day-to-day and is in danger of missing his second straight game.

The Lions have repeatedly stated that they prioritize Rourke’s health over a quick return.

On the other side, Harris picked up an injury in Week 3, and he missed practice early in the week for the Roughriders.

If both QBs are out or even limited, it will turn into a running contest, and Saskatchewan has a huge edge there.

A.J. Ouellette continues to wreak havoc on CFL defences. Through three games, the halfback has rushed 33 times for 208 yards (6.30 yards per carry).

He had 90-plus yards in back-to-back weeks. Ouellette should have no problem carving up a Lions defence that allows 124.6 rushing yards per game.

Argonauts/Redblacks under 52.5 points (-110): Here’s another game riddled with QB questions.

Kelly has yet to make a start for the Argos, missing the first three games while recovering from a broken leg.

It has been reported, however, that Toronto is optimistic Kelly will return in Week 4. If he plays, he could need time to adjust after a lengthy absence.

The Redblacks are who I’m interested in, though. Dru Brown has missed back-to-back games and sat out of practice this week. It was Dustin Crum getting the first team reps.

This makes a huge difference. Look at Brown’s career stats vs. Crum’s:

  • Brown: 34 TDs, 12 INTs
  • Crum: 11 TDs, 14 INTs

Toronto’s defence should be fine either way, but if Crum starts, this could be its first shutdown performance.

The Argos were the only team to hold Montreal to less than 30 points this season, and have gone under this total in two of their three games.

CFL Week 4 parlay picks made at 9:48 a.m. on 06/27/2025.

Tennis picks and predictions June 24: Best bets for Canadians Leylah Fernandez, Gabriel Diallo

Tennis predictions

Two Canadians will be in action at different events on Tuesday.

The pregame narrative: Gabriel Diallo continues to be a name to watch in the tennis world as he builds momentum on a new favourite playing surface. Leylah Fernandez, meanwhile, will be put to the test when she takes on Jasmine Paolini.

Check out my top tennis predictions for the June 24 matches, including a pick on Roberto Bautista Agut vs. Tomas Martin Etcheverry.

Tennis predictions: June 24

Best bet: Diallo -1.5 sets (+128)

The 23-year-old Canadian has a history with his next opponent. Diallo lost to Laslo Djere back in 2022 on a hardcourt surface.

But Diallo has improved leaps and bounds since then, and he looks like he’s shaping into an elite player on grass.

He is 7-1 on the surface and claimed his first ATP singles title at the Libema Open earlier this month.

Diallo’s one loss on grass came against Jiri Lehecka, who went on to give Carlos Alcaraz a run for his money in the finals at Queen’s Club.

Djere isn’t on the level to make me believe he can slow Diallo’s momentum.

The Serbian is 10-17 on grass in his career and is 3-4 across his last seven matches on all surfaces.

Key stat: Diallo has claimed five of his seven wins on grass in straight sets. He’s held in 92.6% of his service games (87-of-94) on the surface this season.

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Best bet for Fernandez vs. Paolini

Fernandez/Paolini over 21.5 games (-118): This match should be close for as long as it lasts. The intriguing part is that two close sets would be enough for this pick to cash.

Paolini is a strong competitor. She ranks No. 4 in the world and has a 25-10 record this season. But there’s reason to worry in her matchup with Fernandez.

  • This match will be played on grass. Paolini is 14-16 in her career and coming off a loss to No. 59-ranked Ons Jabeur.
  • Jabeur is 79-27 on the surface, so it’s a reasonable loss, but the match wasn’t close (6-1, 6-3) and shows the Italian is not nearly as good on grass.
  • Paolini did go 8-2 on grass last year, so I could see a bounce back and don’t want to completely fade her.

I was tempted by Fernandez’s plus-money odds in this matchup, however. The Canadian is 3-1 in her career against Paolini, but they’ve only played on hard courts.

She’s also been the more active player on grass, holding a 3-2 record in 2025 (13-9 in her career).

But even if Fernandez wins, I expect Paolini to keep things tight. Taking the over covers the Italian winning a close match, and I’ll happily take that insurance despite the steeper price.

Best bet for Bautista vs. Etcheverry

Bautista -1.5 sets (+163)

The Spaniard may be 37 years old, but he’s still a good player on grass.

  • Bautista has a 60-31 record on the surface and is 10-6 since the start of 2024.
  • He’s coming off a run at Queen’s Club where he beat No. 8-ranked Holger Rune before losing to Alcaraz.

Etcheverry hasn’t had the same success. He’s 2-2 on grass this year and a measly 10-15 in his career.

Plus, Bautista beat his opponent in October 2024 in straight sets (7-6, 6-4). I believe he can repeat that success with a bigger surface advantage on Tuesday.

Tennis predictions made at 3:45 p.m. on 06/23/25

Tennis picks and predictions June 24: Best bets for Canadians Leylah Fernandez, Gabriel Diallo

Tennis predictions

Two Canadians will be in action at different events on Tuesday.

The pregame narrative: Gabriel Diallo continues to be a name to watch in the tennis world as he builds momentum on a new favourite playing surface. Leylah Fernandez, meanwhile, will be put to the test when she takes on Jasmine Paolini.

Check out my top tennis predictions for the June 24 matches, including a pick on Roberto Bautista Agut vs. Tomas Martin Etcheverry.

Tennis predictions: June 24

Best bet: Diallo -1.5 sets (+120)

The 23-year-old Canadian has a history with his next opponent. Diallo lost to Laslo Djere back in 2022 on a hardcourt surface.

But Diallo has improved leaps and bounds since then, and he looks like he’s shaping into an elite player on grass.

He is 7-1 on the surface and claimed his first ATP singles title at the Libema Open earlier this month.

Diallo’s one loss on grass came against Jiri Lehecka, who went on to give Carlos Alcaraz a run for his money in the finals at Queen’s Club.

Djere isn’t on the level to make me believe he can slow Diallo’s momentum.

The Serbian is 10-17 on grass in his career and is 3-4 across his last seven matches on all surfaces.

Key stat: Diallo has claimed five of his seven wins on grass in straight sets. He’s held in 92.6% of his service games (87-of-94) on the surface this season.

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Best bet for Fernandez vs. Paolini

Fernandez/Paolini over 21.5 games (-118): This match should be close for as long as it lasts. The intriguing part is that two close sets would be enough for this pick to cash.

Paolini is a strong competitor. She ranks No. 4 in the world and has a 25-10 record this season. But there’s reason to worry in her matchup with Fernandez.

  • This match will be played on grass. Paolini is 14-16 in her career and coming off a loss to No. 59-ranked Ons Jabeur.
  • Jabeur is 79-27 on the surface, so it’s a reasonable loss, but the match wasn’t close (6-1, 6-3) and shows the Italian is not nearly as good on grass.
  • Paolini did go 8-2 on grass last year, so I could see a bounce back and don’t want to completely fade her.

I was tempted by Fernandez’s plus-money odds in this matchup, however. The Canadian is 3-1 in her career against Paolini, but they’ve only played on hard courts.

She’s also been the more active player on grass, holding a 3-2 record in 2025 (13-9 in her career).

But even if Fernandez wins, I expect Paolini to keep things tight. Taking the over covers the Italian winning a close match, and I’ll happily take that insurance despite the steeper price.

Best bet for Bautista vs. Etcheverry

Bautista -1.5 sets (+145)

The Spaniard may be 37 years old, but he’s still a good player on grass.

  • Bautista has a 60-31 record on the surface and is 10-6 since the start of 2024.
  • He’s coming off a run at Queen’s Club where he beat No. 8-ranked Holger Rune before losing to Alcaraz.

Etcheverry hasn’t had the same success. He’s 2-2 on grass this year and a measly 10-15 in his career.

Plus, Bautista beat his opponent in October 2024 in straight sets (7-6, 6-4). I believe he can repeat that success with a bigger surface advantage on Tuesday.

Tennis predictions made at 5:33 p.m. on 06/23/25

Canada vs. El Salvador Gold Cup men’s soccer odds and best bet: Bet on Les Rouges to be strong defensively

Canada vs. El Salvador odds

The Canadian men’s national team can lock up Group B at the Gold Cup with a win over El Salvador.

The pregame narrative: Canada was disappointing against Curacao, drawing 1-1, but the result put the side in a great position to win the group. El Salvador hasn’t scored at the tournament yet and sits in last place in Group B heading into this match.

Check out our Canada vs. El Salvador odds and my predictions for the men’s soccer match on June 24.

Canada vs. El Salvador odds

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Canada vs. El Salvador marketsBetting odds
Canada to win-500
Draw+550
El Salvador to win+1,200
Canada draw no bet-2,500
El Salvador draw no bet+800
Over 3.5 goals+125
Under 3.5 goals-163

Canada vs. El Salvador odds as of 1:02 p.m. ET on 06/23/2024.

Best bet

El Salvador under 0.5 goals (-138): El Salvador is goalless at the Gold Cup, and it’s hard to see that changing vs. Canada.

  • Canada has conceded one goal through two matches.
  • El Salvador ranks last in the Gold Cup with 0.6 expected goals. The next closest team has 1.2.

And the side hasn’t played a team as talented as Canada. Honduras and Curacao are both No. 75 or lower in the FIFA World Rankings, while Les Rouges rank No. 30.

El Salvador just doesn’t generate many offensive chances. In addition to ranking last in goals for and xG for, take a look at some other offensive stats, according to FotMob:

  • Last in shots on goal (1.0 per game)
  • Last in big chances (0)
  • Fourth-fewest touches in opponents’ box (25)

The nation hasn’t created a single big chance — meaning an opportunity in which the player is expected to score — at this tournament. That makes it easy to continue fading El Salvador against the defensively sound Canadians.

Canada has conceded 1.7 xG through two games at the Gold Cup.

Key stat: Les Rouges have allowed one goal in their past three games, including an impressive clean sheet against Ivory Coast (No. 41) at the Canadian Shield earlier this month.

Canada vs. El Salvador predictions made at 1:01 p.m. on 06/23/2025.

Canada vs. El Salvador Gold Cup men’s soccer odds and best bet: Bet on Les Rouges to be strong defensively

Canada vs. El Salvador odds

The Canadian men’s national team can lock up Group B at the Gold Cup with a win over El Salvador.

The pregame narrative: Canada was disappointing against Curacao, drawing 1-1, but the result put the side in a great position to win the group. El Salvador hasn’t scored at the tournament yet and sits in last place in Group B heading into this match.

Check out our Canada vs. El Salvador odds and my predictions for the men’s soccer match on June 24.

Canada vs. El Salvador odds

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Canada vs. El Salvador marketsBetting odds
Canada to win-455
Draw+575
El Salvador to win+1,200
Canada draw no bet-2,500
El Salvador draw no bet+700
Over 3.5 goals+130
Under 3.5 goals-167

Canada vs. El Salvador odds as of 11:19 a.m. ET on 06/23/2024.

Best bet

El Salvador under 0.5 goals (-122): El Salvador is goalless at the Gold Cup, and it’s hard to see that changing vs. Canada.

  • Canada has conceded one goal through two matches.
  • El Salvador ranks last in the Gold Cup with 0.6 expected goals. The next closest team has 1.2.

And the side hasn’t played a team as talented as Canada. Honduras and Curacao are both No. 75 or lower in the FIFA World Rankings, while Les Rouges rank No. 30.

El Salvador just doesn’t generate many offensive chances. In addition to ranking last in goals for and xG for, take a look at some other offensive stats, according to FotMob:

  • Last in shots on goal (1.0 per game)
  • Last in big chances (0)
  • Fourth-fewest touches in opponents’ box (25)

The nation hasn’t created a single big chance — meaning an opportunity in which the player is expected to score — at this tournament. That makes it easy to continue fading El Salvador against the defensively sound Canadians.

Canada has conceded 1.7 xG through two games at the Gold Cup.

Key stat: Les Rouges have allowed one goal in their past three games, including an impressive clean sheet against Ivory Coast (No. 41) at the Canadian Shield earlier this month.

Canada vs. El Salvador predictions made at 11:27 a.m. on 06/23/2025.

FIFA Club World Cup predictions June 22: Best bets for Real Madrid vs. CF Pachuco, Manchester City vs. Al Ain

FIFA Club World Cup predictions

The FIFA Club World Cup continues on June 22 with a four-game matchday.

The latest: Some powerhouse clubs are in action with Real Madrid and Manchester City both on the schedule. Both sides play inferior opponents and will look for big results to aid in advancing from the group stage.

Check out the best FIFA Club World Cup predictions for Sunday’s group-stage matches.

FIFA Club World Cup predictions

Best bet: Manchester City/Al Ain over 3.5 goals (+100)

This is a total I believe Manchester City can cover by itself.

  • Al Ain is coming off a 5-0 loss to Juventus.
  • Man City is coming off a 2-0 win, but I believe that opponent, Wydad AC, is a better team than the side from the United Arab Emirates.

The good news is that Al Ain is an offensive-minded club. It has the second-most goals (56) in the UAE Pro League (one fewer than the leader), with 32 goals against (10 more than the leader).

Manchester City has a very good offence, but its defence can be underwhelming, explaining why I’m opting to take the over on the game total.

Key stat: The English side scored the second-most goals in the Premier League this season (72).

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Bayern Munich vs. Auckland City best bet

Real Madrid/CF Pachuca over 3 goals (-120): Real Madrid takes a step down in competition for this match, so I want to take advantage.

Los Blancos drew 1-1 with Al Hilal in the first game. For those who don’t know, Al Hilal is a Saudi club that features a ton of international stars who made the move from Europe’s top teams.

So that was a tough matchup, and I expect more offence from Madrid here.

CF Pachuca doesn’t have the same talent. The Mexican side allowed two goals to RB Salzburg in its first match.

Salzburg is good, but the German club is a sizeable underdog (+300) to defeat Al Hilal tomorrow, showcasing the different levels in Group H.

The likes of Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo lead an electric Madrid attack. All three of those players are better than any player on Salzburg.

This has all the makings of a mismatch, and Real Madrid should grab its first FIFA CWC win in style.

FIFA Club World Cup predictions made at 3:39 p.m. on 06/21/2025.

FIFA Club World Cup predictions June 22: Best bets for Real Madrid vs. CF Pachuco, Manchester City vs. Al Ain

FIFA Club World Cup predictions

The FIFA Club World Cup continues on June 22 with a four-game matchday.

The latest: Some powerhouse clubs are in action with Real Madrid and Manchester City both on the schedule. Both sides play inferior opponents and will look for big results to aid in advancing from the group stage.

Check out the best FIFA Club World Cup predictions for Sunday’s group-stage matches.

FIFA Club World Cup predictions

Best bet: Manchester City/Al Ain over 3.5 goals (+110)

This is a total I believe Manchester City can cover by itself.

  • Al Ain is coming off a 5-0 loss to Juventus.
  • Man City is coming off a 2-0 win, but I believe that opponent, Wydad AC, is a better team than the side from the United Arab Emirates.

The good news is that Al Ain is an offensive-minded club. It has the second-most goals (56) in the UAE Pro League (one fewer than the leader), with 32 goals against (10 more than the leader).

Manchester City has a very good offence, but its defence can be underwhelming, explaining why I’m opting to take the over on the game total.

Key stat: The English side scored the second-most goals in the Premier League this season (72).

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Bayern Munich vs. Auckland City best bet

Real Madrid over 2.5 goals (+110): Real Madrid takes a step down in competition for this match, so I want to take advantage.

Los Blancos drew 1-1 with Al Hilal in the first game. For those who don’t know, Al Hilal is a Saudi club that features a ton of international stars who made the move from Europe’s top teams.

So that was a tough matchup, and I expect more offence from Madrid here.

CF Pachuca doesn’t have the same talent. The Mexican side allowed two goals to RB Salzburg in its first match.

Salzburg is good, but the German club is a sizeable underdog (+300) to defeat Al Hilal tomorrow, showcasing the different levels in Group H.

The likes of Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo lead an electric Madrid attack. All three of those players are better than any player on Salzburg.

This has all the makings of a mismatch, and Real Madrid should grab its first FIFA CWC win in style.

FIFA Club World Cup predictions made at 2:08 p.m. on 06/21/2025.