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BEST BETS WORLD CUP Thursday: USA-Turkiye, Germany-Ecuador, Japan-Sweden, Australia-Paraguay
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- Hold the Phone
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- Jun 25, 2026
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Summary
World Cup 2026 continues on Thursday, June 25 with six decisive group-stage matches. These fixtures blend European power and tactical sophistication with CONCACAF passion, Asian organization, African athleticism, and South American resilience — creating rich betting angles from heavy favorites and rotation risks to must-win scenarios and potential surprises. Türkiye vs USA – SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, Calif., 10 p.m. ET The co-hosts USA, already through as Group D winners with strong wins over Paraguay and Australia, face an eliminated Türkiye side desperate for pride. Expect the USMNT (led by Christian Pulisic and co.) to control with home energy and depth, while Türkiye relies on flair from Arda Güler and Kenan Yıldız in transitions. Value on USA win (even with possible rotations), clean sheet props, or unders if both sides rest key players in this near-dead rubber. Paraguay vs Australia – Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, Calif., 10 p.m. ET Paraguay and Australia battle for positioning or pride in Group D, with both having mixed results so far. Paraguay’s physicality and set-piece threat meet Australia’s direct style and work rate. Look for a tight, tactical affair with opportunities in BTTS, cards, or Asian handicaps depending on rotation levels and qualification math. Curaçao vs Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) – Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, 4 p.m. ET Curaçao’s historic resilience and organized defense face Ivory Coast’s athleticism, counter speed, and Premier League talent (think Amad Diallo). The Ivorians should dominate possession and create quality chances after earlier results, while Curaçao hunts for set pieces and moments of magic. Strong plays on Ivory Coast win, overs if open, or player props on Ivorian attackers. Ecuador vs Germany – MetLife Stadium, East…