World Cup bets today: Six group stage picks for Friday ft. Belgium vs. New Zealand [6/26/2026]

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 schedule.

Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest soccer odds to discover real betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.

List of soccer World Cup picks tonight [6/26, updated 9:51PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best World Cup bets, ranked by edge for Friday, June 26, 2026.

Belgium vs. New Zealand Under 4.5 goals (-170)

• Edge: 9.0%
• Probability: 71.9%
• Matchup: Belgium vs. New Zealand (11:00PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Under 4.5 goals in Belgium vs. New Zealand at -170 odds. A 71.9% probability produces an edge of 9.0%, making this the strongest play for today's World Cup slate.

Belgium vs. New Zealand BTTS: No (+115)

• Edge: 5.8%
• Probability: 52.4%
• Matchup: Belgium vs. New Zealand (11:00PM ET)

Both Belgium and New Zealand to score (No) carries a 5.8% edge and a probability of 52.4% at +115 odds, according to our model.

(+130)

• Edge: 2.9%
• Probability: 46.4%
• Matchup: Belgium vs. New Zealand (11:00PM ET)

at +130 odds shows a 2.9% edge, supported by a 46.4% probability in simulations.

Iran ML (+250)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 32.3%
• Matchup: Iran vs. Egypt (11:00PM ET)

A 2.8% edge and 32.3% probability makes Iran at the moneyline a value play in the Iran vs. Egypt matchup, per our model.

World Cup group stage best bets summary: Friday, 6/26/2026

As of 9:51PM ET, here are our top World Cup bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming World Cup games to bet on [6/26/2026]

• Iran vs. Egypt (11:00PM ET, Friday)
• Belgium vs. New Zealand (11:00PM ET, Friday)
• Ghana vs. Croatia (5:00PM ET, Saturday)
• England vs. Panama (5:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Portugal vs. Colombia (7:30PM ET, Saturday)
• Uzbekistan vs. Congo DR (7:30PM ET, Saturday)

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Conclusion

Our World Cup best bets are locked and loaded for June 26, 2026, featuring plays such as under 4.5 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.