World Cup anytime goalscorer picks, odds ft. Kylian Mbappe, Nicolas Jackson for Friday, June 26

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Get anytime goal scorer predictions today driven by expert analysis of Friday's Group Stage slate on 6/26.

World Cup Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions Today.
Our World Cup anytime goal scorer predictions for June 26, 2026, are based on Friday's latest data and expected lineups.

After scoring two goals in each of his first two World Cup games, Kylian Mbappe is the most likely goal scorer for the group stage action on Friday, June 26, 2026 according to today's World Cup player projections.

Our anytime goalscorer picks and predictions make use of detailed goalscorer stats, including expected goals (xG), shot frequency, and projected starting lineups, with big names often leading the top 10.

As well as Mbappe, we have Senegal's Nicolas Jackson as they face Iraq, and Kevin De Bruyne of Belgium taking on New Zealand rounding out the top three.

World Cup anytime goalscorer predictions for June 26, 2026

Mbappe is joined by France team-mate Ousmane Dembele in the top 10 after he scored last time out, while two Spain stars make the list, including Lamine Yamal.

  1. Kylian Mbappe (France): 42.4% probability
  2. Nicolas Jackson (Senegal): 40.3%
  3. Charles De Ketelaere (Belgium): 37.3%
  4. Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium): 36.2%
  5. Sadio Mane (Senegal): 33.9%
  6. Ismaila Sarr (Senegal): 32.8%
  7. Leandro Trossard (Belgium): 31.5%
  8. Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain): 30.4%
  9. Lamine Yamal (Spain): 26.6%
  10. Ousmane Dembele (France): 26.0%
Lamine Yamal playing for Spain.
Lamine Yamal is one of the most likely players to score a goal in today's World Cup action.

Friday's anytime goalscorer picks [6/26/2026]

Dimers Pro's 10,000-simulation model, factoring in defensive form and tactical matchups, surfaces today's highest-rated goalscorer props.

  • Leo Ostigard (Norway): 2.0% edge at +3500 odds
  • Abu Al Shamat (Saudi Arabia): 1.7% edge at +1500 odds
  • Liberato Cacace (New Zealand): 1.5% edge at +4000 odds
  • Saeid Ezatolahi (Iran): 0.9% edge at +2500 odds
  • Zaid Tahseen (Iraq): 0.7% edge at +4000 odds
  • Mathias Olivera (Uruguay): 0.4% edge at +4000 odds

Although he doesn't feature in today’s top 10 most likely scorers, Norway's Leo Ostigard rates as a significant value play at +3500, showing 2.0% edge.

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Conclusion: Betting on Friday's World Cup goalscorers

For the Group Stage action on Friday, June 26, 2026, Kylian Mbappe, Nicolas Jackson and Charles De Ketelaere head our anytime goalscorer projections, while Leo Ostigard of Norway emerges as the strongest value play at +3500.

All picks and predictions are derived from Dimers' World Cup goalscorer model. Additional tools and information for betting safely can be found in our Responsible Gambling hub.


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Ryan Leaver
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.

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