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BEST BETS WORLD CUP MONDAY: Brazil-Japan, Germany-Paraguay, Netherlands-Morocco
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- Hold the Phone
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- Jun 29, 2026
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Summary
World Cup 2026 Knockout Stage ignites on Monday, June 29 with three high-stakes Round of 32 clashes. The group stage is done — now it’s single-elimination time. European powerhouses, South American flair, African resilience, and Asian discipline collide as teams fight for a place in the last 16. Expect drama, tactical battles, and stars stepping up under pressure.Brazil vs Japan – NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas, 1 p.m. ET The Seleção bring their trademark attacking rhythm and squad depth against a well-organized Japan side full of energy, quick transitions, and set-piece danger. Brazil will look to dominate possession and exploit width, while Japan hunts for counters and defensive solidity. Prime value on Brazil win + over goals, anytime goalscorer props on their forward line, or Japanese cards as frustration builds. A classic favorite vs underdog knockout opener. Germany vs Paraguay – Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Mass., 4:30 p.m. ET Die Mannschaft’s precision, midfield control, and tournament experience face Paraguay’s legendary fighting spirit, compact shape, and counter-attacking bite. Germany will push for early control, but Paraguay can make it physical and punish any complacency. Look for German win-to-nil, overs on corners, or props on creative midfielders and clinical strikers in what should be a tense, high-intensity affair. Netherlands vs Morocco – Estadio BBVA, Monterrey, Mexico, 9 p.m. ET The Dutch bring total football, pace on the wings, and tactical flexibility against an athletic, passionate Morocco team capable of upsetting anyone with speed, pressing, and set-piece threats. This promises end-to-end action — BTTS looks appealing, along with overs, cards in a fiery contest, or standout performer props on both sides’ flair players. A beautiful clash of styl…