World Cup bets today: Six group stage picks for Friday ft. Belgium vs. New Zealand [6/26/2026]
Get soccer World Cup picks today and best bets for Friday, June 26, 2026.
Today’s World Cup betting tips for June 26, 2026 are here, with Belgium vs. New Zealand among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s group stage action.
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List of soccer World Cup picks today [6/26, updated 4:16AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best World Cup bets, ranked by edge for Friday, June 26, 2026.
Belgium vs. New Zealand Under 3.5 goals (-110)
- Edge: 7.9%
- Probability: 60.3%
- Matchup: Belgium vs. New Zealand (11:00PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Under 3.5 goals in Belgium vs. New Zealand at -110 odds. A 60.3% probability produces an edge of 7.9%, making this the strongest play for today's World Cup slate.
Belgium vs. New Zealand BTTS: No (-126)
- Edge: 4.6%
- Probability: 60.4%
- Matchup: Belgium vs. New Zealand (11:00PM ET)
Both Belgium and New Zealand to score (No) carries a 4.6% edge and a probability of 60.4% at -126 odds, according to our model.
Iran ML (+290)
- Edge: 3.8%
- Probability: 29.5%
- Matchup: Iran vs. Egypt (11:00PM ET)
Iran ML at +290 odds shows a 3.8% edge, supported by a 29.5% probability in simulations.
Iraq vs. Senegal under 3.5 goals (-155)
- Edge: 2.3%
- Probability: 63.1%
- Matchup: Iraq vs. Senegal (3:00PM ET)
A 2.3% edge and 63.1% probability make Iraq vs. Senegal under 3.5 goals a value play in the Iraq vs. Senegal matchup, per our model.
Iran vs. Egypt BTTS: No (-130)
- Edge: 2.1%
- Probability: 58.6%
- Matchup: Iran vs. Egypt (11:00PM ET)
Both Iran and Egypt to score (No) at -130 odds presents a 2.1% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 58.6%.
(-105)
- Edge: 2.0%
- Probability: 53.2%
- Matchup: Belgium vs. New Zealand (11:00PM ET)
Our model finds value on Belgium to win at -105 odds, supported by an edge of 2.0%.
World Cup group stage best bets summary: Friday, 6/26/2026
As of 4:16AM ET, here are our top World Cup bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium vs. New Zealand | Under 3.5 goals | -110 @ FanDuel | 7.9% | 60.3% |
| Belgium vs. New Zealand | BTTS (No) | -126 @ FanDuel | 4.6% | 60.4% |
| Iran vs. Egypt | Iran ML | +290 @ BetRivers | 3.8% | 29.5% |
| Iraq vs. Senegal | Under 3.5 goals | -155 @ DraftKings | 2.3% | 63.1% |
| Iran vs. Egypt | BTTS (No) | -130 @ DraftKings | 2.1% | 58.6% |
| Belgium vs. New Zealand | BTTS (No) | -105 @ ESPN BET | 2.0% | 53.2% |
List of upcoming World Cup games to bet on [6/26/2026]
- France vs. Norway (3:00PM ET, Friday)
- Iraq vs. Senegal (3:00PM ET, Friday)
- Saudi Arabia vs. Cabo Verde (8:00PM ET, Friday)
- Spain vs. Uruguay (8:00PM ET, Friday)
- Iran vs. Egypt (11:00PM ET, Friday)
- Belgium vs. New Zealand (11:00PM ET, Friday)
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Conclusion
Our World Cup best bets are locked and loaded for June 26, 2026, featuring plays such as under 3.5 goals in the Belgium vs. New Zealand matchup and Belgium and New Zealand to both score (No). Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
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