FIFA World Cup Picks and Predictions for June 15, 2026
Written by: Nate Hornung
Published: Mon Jun 15, 2026, 9:30 am ET
Read Time: 5 minutes
FIFA World Cup
We had a successful first weekend betting the FIFA World Cup. Let's hope we can keep the profits rolling in this week! There are four matches on the slate today, and we've got our favorite picks and analysis for every contest on the schedule.
Check out the best odds on the market and tons of picks in different soccer leagues across the world.
Spain vs. Cape Verde FIFA World Cup Picks
Fabian Ruiz and Spain are fresh off a EURO 2024 victory. Can they win the World Cup this summer?
Best Bet: Spain 1H TT Over 1.5 (+104) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook
We are taking the Spanish side to start out red hot against Cape Verde. I see this match the same way the books saw Germany vs. Curaçao… it's going to be a blood bath, and for plus money, I'll take Spain to score a couple times before the break. In their World Cup Qualifying matches, Spain scored 21 total goals over the span of just six matches. This team has no trouble scoring, and against a team like Cape Verde, I see them running it up.
Spain is likely battling Uruguay for first in this group, and those two go head to head last. Therefore, the Spanish should be adding as many goals as possible to help them on the goal differential side of things, just in case they were to draw with the South American side. Ultimately, this is match where Spain could win 7-1, much like the Germans did, as Cape Verde respectfully has no business being in this competition.
Belgium vs. Egypt FIFA World Cup Picks
Romelu Lukaku leads Belgium in what is most likely his final World Cup competition
Best Bet: Belgium ML/Under 3.5 (+125) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook
We are backing Belgium to win a low scoring contest this afternoon against Egypt. Belgium is the heavy favorite to win their group, and I see them winning all three games in this stage. However Egypt will be able to compete with and contain them for the most part. Belgium beat Tunisia 5-0 and Croatia 2-0 in their most recent friendlies prior to the World Cup. The offense is clicking, and the defense is stellar as well. I could see them winning this match in shutout fashion.
Egypt took third in the African Cup of Nations by beating Nigeria on penalty kicks after a scoreless match. Prior to that, they lost to Senegal in the semifinals, 1-0. I see Belgium squeaking out a tough 1-0, or 2-0 victory tonight to cash our plus money same game parlay.
Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay FIFA World Cup Picks
Real Madrid midfielder, Federico Valverde, leads Uruguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Best Bet: Uruguay ML/Over 1.5 (-120) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook
This is a line that Uruguay could clear on their own. Taking their team total over 1.5 for -135 could also be a play, but if they net two goals, I see them winning as well. If you wanted plus money, you could take this up to 2.5, as I see a 3-0 or 3-1 Uruguay victory happening tonight. Like I mentioned with Spain, Uruguay knows this group likely comes down to their final match.
Therefore, handle business here, and run up the score if you have the opportunity. Saudi Arabia has not been battle tested at all. They drew with Senegal and lost to Ecuador in a couple of recent friendlies, and facing a top 20 team in the world could certainly be a rude awakening.
I am high on this Uruguayan team, and I see them starting off their tournament with a massive win.
Iran vs. New Zealand FIFA World Cup Picks
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I cannot seem to find a bet in this match, but as the saying goes.. "Sometimes the best bet is the one you don't make"… I'll live by that rule for the World Cup Night Cap. Iran should get the win, but after seeing what Australia did to Turkey, I am rethinking my evaluation of these Oceania teams.
Like I said, Iran should handle business on paper, but I am a bit worried and want to see these teams play before I decide to back or fade them going forward.
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