BetVictor’s 2026 World Cup Predictions: MD7
Ahead of the penultimate round of the group stage openers, BetVictor News provides the matchday 7 World Cup predictions for all four games taking place on June 17. The likes of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane are all expected to be in action for their respective nations.
World Cup Fixtures On June 17
- Argentina vs Algeria – 2am
- Austria vs Jordan – 5am
- Portugal vs DR Congo – 6pm
- England vs Croatia – 9pm
Argentina Vs Algeria Prediction
After Cape Verde defied the World Cup betting odds against Spain, Argentina will need to be wary they avoid the same fate. The 2022 winners will be aiming of get off to a winning start against Algeria and we feel they will just about get the job done.
On what will surely be Lionel Messi’s last rodeo on the global stage, all eyes will be on the eight-time Ballon d’or winner and we expect him to be the driving force behind a plucky 2-1 victory in Kansas.
Argentina Vs Algeria Best Bets
- Argentina to win 2-1 at 7/1
- Lionel Messi to score anytime at 1/1
- Over 2.5 goals at 1/1
Although Algeria will aim to frustrate, we are predicting Argentina to grind out the win, Lionel Messi to score anytime and over 2.5 goals. That is currently online for 31/1 which offers a strong level of value.
Argentina Vs Algeria Odds
- Argentina – 2/5
- Draw – 17/5
- Algeria – 7/1
As the Argentina vs Algeria odds suggest, a victory for the reigning champions is considered the most likely outcome. The Argentine’s not only have Lionel Messi to rely upon, but the likes of Lautaro Martinez, Julian Alvarez, Enzo Fernandez and Alexis Mac Allister in their ranks.
Austria Vs Jordan Prediction
Although not one of the most obvious World Cup dark horses, we are backing Austria to start their 2026 adventure with a comfortable win against Jordan. The debutants on the biggest stage haven’t had the smoothest of build-ups whereas Ralf Rangnick’s charges should be too strong all over the pitch. With that in mind, we are calling a 3-0 win.
Austria Vs Jordan Best Bets
- Austria to win both halves at 10/11
- Austria to win 3-0 at 15/2
- Jordan to have under 3 corners at 11/10
Jordan will be hoping to replicate Cape Verde’s heroics but we feel that Austria won’t suffer the same frustrations as Spain, a prediction which is reflected by our best bets of the Europeans to win both halves, record a 3-0 victory and for the Chivalrous Ones to have less than three corners. The treble is available at 33/1.
Austria Vs Jordan Odds
- Austria – 1/3
- Draw – 19/5
- Jordan – 17/2
As the Austria vs Jordan odds imply, a victory for Ralf Ragnick’s side is the favoured outcome in San Francisco. A win would likely ensure at least a runner-up spot in Group J and would see the Austrians contest a World Cup knockout match for the first time since 1982.
Portugal Vs DR Congo Prediction
As one of the World Cup betting favourites, Portugal are expected to get off to a winning start against DR Congo. And with the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva and a certain Cristiano Ronaldo to call upon, we are backing the Selecao to win 3-0.
This will be just Congo’s second ever appearance in the finals and it’s likely that will be taught a harsh footballing lesson by the European heavyweights. They are yet to score in the tournament and we feel that will extend in Texas.
Portugal Vs DR Congo Best Bets
- Portugal to win
- Portugal over 5.5 corners
- Cristiano Ronaldo to score first
The treble above has been boosted from 10/5 to 4/1. Cristiano Ronaldo is almost certain to start and will be desperate to add to his international haul. Roberto Martínez will instruct his side to attack from the off and this is why we feel our boosted treble will land.
Portugal Vs DR Congo Odds
- Portugal – 1/4
- Draw – 9/2
- DR Congo 11/1
England Vs Croatia Prediction
Can England land their first major honour since 1966? The Three Lions are one of the World Cup favourites and many supporters World Cup predictions are backing Thomas Tuchel’s side to get the job done. And a win over Croatia will lay down their intent.
And we are going to back a slender 2-1 win for the English in Dallas. Our England World Cup preview is predicting the Three Lions to go deep into the tournament and a win here will be hugely beneficial to their chances.
England Vs Croatia Best Bets
- England to win 2-1 at 7/1
- Harry Kane to score anytime at 5/4
- Both teams to score at 1/1
England have plenty of history with Croatia but they should have too much about them to suffer the same outcome in the 2018 semi-final. Hence why we are going for a 2-1 win, Kane to net at anytime in the match and both defenses to be breached. The treble is on-site at 35/1.
England Vs Croatia Odds
- England – 7/10
- Draw – 13/5
- Croatia – 4/1
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Any betting decisions should be made responsibly and there are no guarantees when it comes to match outcomes. All odds correct as of 1pm June, 15, 2026.
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