Australia will face Egypt in a 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 showdown on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Dallas Stadium on FOX. 

At a sixth straight World Cup and seventh overall, Australia has reached its third knockout stage and made consecutive World Cup knockout stages for the first time in its nation’s history.

The Socceroos finished runner-up in Group D, advancing with four points after beating Türkiye 2-0, losing 2-0 to the U.S. and drawing 0-0 against Paraguay. 

Australia had the fifth-lowest possession (42%) and fourth-fewest shots (26) of any team that advanced to the knockout stage, while allowing the third-most shots (47).

Meanwhile, Egypt has advanced to the knockout stage for the first time, having gone out in the group stage in both 2018 and 1990. 

Egypt’s win over New Zealand and two draws against Belgium and Iran were enough to advance to the knockout stage with five points.

However, the Pharaohs will not have defensive midfielder Mohanad Lashin because of suspension for yellow cards against both New Zealand and Iran.

Let’s check out the odds for the Australia vs. Egypt matchup at FanDuel Sportsbook as of July 3. 

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Australia vs. Egypt Odds

Moneyline

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• Australia: +240 (bet $10 to win $34 total)
• Egypt: +145 (bet $10 to win $24.50 total)
• Draw: +185 (bet $10 to win $28.50 total)

Spread 

• Egypt -0.5: +145 (bet $10 to win $24.50 total)
• Australia +0.5: -185 (bet $10 to win $15.41 total)

Over/Under Total Odds: 1.5

• Over: -170 (bet $10 to win $15.88 total)
• Under: +138 (bet $10 to win $23.80 total)

Australia vs. Egypt Prediction, Pick

From FOX Sports Research:

• Outside of a few counter-attack goals, Australia has not provided a lot of offense so far this tournament. Meanwhile, Egypt has scored five goals in three games. Behind Mo Salah and company, take Egypt to advance at -146.

How to Watch Australia vs. Egypt

• When: Friday, July 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
• Where: Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas
• TV: FOX
• Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, FOX Sports, FOX Sports App

Let’s take a look at some other bets for the match. 

Anytime Goalscorer Props

• Mohamed Salah: +205 (bet $10 to win $30.50 total)
• Omar Marmoush: +280 (bet $10 to win $38 total)
• Mohamed Touré: +295 (bet $10 to win $39.50 total)
• Mostafa Ziko: +295 (bet $10 to win $39.50 total)
• Trézéguet: +310 (bet $10 to win $41 total)

To Advance

• Australia: +120 (bet $10 to win $22 total)
• Egypt: -146 (bet $10 to win $16.85 total)

Both Teams to Score

• Yes: +126 (bet $10 to win $22.60 total)
• No: -160 (bet $10 to win $16.25 total)

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Argentina will face Cape Verde in a 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 showdown on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Miami Stadium on FOX. 

David vs. Golaith. The reigning World Cup champions will face off against a country with just approximately 525,000 people.

After advancing to the knockout stage for the first time in its nation’s history, Cape Verde is now the smallest country to ever make the World Cup knockout stage. 

Cape Verde got a point each against two World Cup-winning nations in the group stage, drawing 0-0 vs Spain and 2-2 vs Uruguay. 

After its 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde finished second in Group H. 

Meanwhile, three-time champion Argentina has reached a sixth straight World Cup knockout stage, trying to be the third repeat winner and the first since Brazil in 1962. 

Behind Lionel Messi’s six goals, Argentina was one of three teams to win all three group games at this World Cup, doing so for the fifth time and first since 2014. La Albiceleste beat Algeria 3-0, Austria 2-0 and Jordan 3-1. 

Let’s check out the odds for the Argentina vs. Cape Verde matchup at FanDuel Sportsbook as of July 3. 

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Argentina vs. Cape Verde Odds

Moneyline

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• Argentina: -700 (bet $10 to win $11.43 total)
• Cape Verde : +2000 (bet $10 to win $210 total)
• Draw: +650 (bet $10 to win $75 total)

Spread 

• Argentina -2.5: +140 (bet $10 to win $24 total)
• Cape Verde +2.5: -185 (bet $10 to win $15.41 total)

Over/Under Total Odds: 2.5

• Over: -164 (bet $10 to win $16.10 total)
• Under: +134 (bet $10 to win $23.40 total)

Argentina vs. Cape Verde Prediction, Pick

From FOX Sports Research:

• While Argentina has looked dominant through its first three games of the tournament, Cape Verde has shown that it can hang with some of the biggest names in the world. While it will be very tough to get the outright win at a huge price, take Cape Verde +2.5 as we expect the Blue Sharks to have a very defensive game plan to try and get this match to extra time and eventually a penalty shootout.

How to Watch Argentina vs. Cape Verde 

• When: Friday, July 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. ET
• Where: Miami Stadium, Miami, Florida
• TV: FOX
• Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, FOX Sports, FOX Sports App

Let’s take a look at some other bets for the match. 

Anytime Goalscorer Props

• Lionel Messi: -225 (bet $10 to win $14.44 total)
• Lautaro Martínez: -125 (bet $10 to win $18 total)
• Julián Alvarez: -125 (bet $10 to win $18 total)
• José Manuel López: +105 (bet $10 to win $20.50 total)
• Dailon Rocha Livramento: +650 (bet $10 to win $75 total)

To Advance

• Argentina: -1800 (bet $10 to win $10.56 total)
• Cape Verde: +1080 (bet $10 to win $118 total)

Both Teams to Score

• Yes: +178 (bet $10 to win $27.80 total)
• No: -235 (bet $10 to win $14.26 total)

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Day 24 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup opens the Round of 16, and Kylian Mbappe’s unbeaten France takes on surprise package Paraguay in Philadelphia. The day begins in Houston with a rematch of the 2022 World Cup, as Morocco, fresh off a historic run to the semifinals four years ago, faces Canada again. Both matches air on FOX, with every game streaming live and on demand on FOX One.

World Cup Schedule for Saturday, July 4

Canada vs. Morocco

• Time: 1 p.m. ET
• TV: FOX
• Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One
• Venue: Houston Stadium, Houston, TX

Canada finished second in Group B (one win, one draw, one loss) and needed a 1-0 win over South Africa in the Round of 32 to reach the Round of 16. Morocco went unbeaten through Group C and outlasted the Netherlands on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the Round of 32. The teams met in the 2022 World Cup group stage, where Morocco won 2-1 on its way to a historic semifinal run. Morocco has won both meetings between the nations since.

Player to Watch

The Spanish-born Paris Saint-Germain right back is elite at pushing forward into the attack. If Davies cannot play for Canada, or if he is not close to full strength, Hakimi should have plenty of time and space to be a threat on the right side. He has been exceptional in this tournament and has played every minute of Morocco’s four games.

Paraguay vs. France

• Time: 5 p.m. ET
• TV: FOX
• Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One
• Venue: Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, PA

France swept Group I with three wins and followed it with a 3-0 rout of Sweden in the Round of 32. Kylian Mbappe’s six goals trail only Lionel Messi for the tournament lead. Paraguay finished Group D at one win, one draw and one loss before pulling a stunning penalty-shootout upset over four-time champion Germany in the Round of 32. The teams have met once before at a World Cup, with France winning 1-0 on Laurent Blanc’s extra-time Golden Goal in the dramatic 1998 Round of 16.

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Player to Watch

With Paraguay sitting deep in a well-disciplined and compact formation, it will require elite playmaking to cut through it. Olise has five assists and he has been instrumental to the success of Mbappé and Dembélé at this tournament. The Bayern Munich star should once again be pulling the strings for France in this tournament.

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• France

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Australia and Egypt meet in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match on Friday, July 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET from Dallas Stadium.

Australia advanced from Group D on four points, beating Türkiye 2-0 in their opener, losing to the USMNT 0-2 in their second match and drawing 0-0 with Paraguay in their finale. 

Egypt advanced from Group G on five points, drawing 1-1 with Belgium in their opener, beating New Zealand 3-1 in their second matchand drawing 1-1 with Iran in their finale. Mohamed Salah scored Egypt’s goal against Iran before leaving with a left knee injury in the 57th minute.

Below are the details on how to watch.

How to Watch Australia vs. Egypt

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• When: Friday, July 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET
• Where: Dallas Stadium, Dallas, TX
• TV: FOX
• Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, FOX Sports

Player to Watch

 It was a shocking decision shortly before the first game when Popovic benched veteran starter and now former captain Matthew Ryan in favor of the inexperienced Beach, who plays domestically for Melbourne City. Beach has only five caps with Australia but put in a stunning performance in the win over Türkiye and then earned a second clean sheet against Paraguay. Beach is likely going to need to be at his best again if Australia is to advance.

Will Salah Play?

Head coach Hossam Hassan is optimistic that Salah will play, but Egypt’s offense will struggle to compete if Salah is not fit. 

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Bob Bradley, Mo Edu and Alex Scott breakdown FIFA World Cup Now’s Knockout Stage Power Rankings going into the Round of 32. Agree with their rankings?

Australia vs. Egypt Odds

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Lionel Messi and Argentina meet Cape Verde in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match on Friday, July 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. ET from Miami Stadium.

Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in their opener, Austria 2-0 in their second match and Jordan 3-1 in their final group stage match. Lionel Messi leads the Golden Boot Race, scoring six times in the tournament so far. 

Cape Verde, the tournament’s Cinderella, advanced to the knockouts after earning three draws in the group stage, 0-0 with Spain in their opener, 2-2 with Uruguay in their second match and 0-0 with Saudi Arabia in their final match. Kevin Pina and Helio Varela each found the net once in the group stage.

Below are the details on how to watch.

How to Watch Argentina vs. Cape Verde

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• When: Friday, July 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. ET
• Where: Miami Stadium, Miami, FL
• TV: FOX
• Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, FOX Sports

Argentina, France & Spain battle, England, Portugal make cut in FIFA World Cup Now Power Rankings

Bob Bradley, Mo Edu and Alex Scott breakdown FIFA World Cup Now’s Knockout Stage Power Rankings going into the Round of 32. Agree with their rankings?

Player to Watch

It is an obvious pick to say Messi is the player to watch, but there is no other realistic pick. Messi now has 19 World Cup goals and at age 39, he is the tournament’s co-leading scorer and arguably the best player yet again. It is hard to see the Blue Sharks keeping him off the scoreboard when no one else can. 

Argentina vs. Cape Verde Odds

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Colombia and Ghana meet in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match on Friday, July 3, 2026 at 9:30 p.m. ET from Kansas City Stadium.

Colombia topped Group K with a 2-1-0 record, beating Uzbekistan 3-1 in their opener and DR Congo 1-0 in their second match before drawing 0-0 with Portugal in their finale. Daniel Munoz leads Colombia with two goals in the tournament so far. 

Ghana advanced from Group L on four points, beating Panama 1-0 in their opener, drawing 0-0 with England in their second match and falling to Croatia 1-2 in their finale. Caleb Yirenkyi and Derrick Luckassen have each found the net once in the group stage.

Below are the details on how to watch.

How to Watch Colombia vs. Ghana

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• When: Friday, July 3, 2026 at 9:30 p.m. ET
• Where: Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, MO
• TV: FOX
• Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, FOX Sports

Player to Watch

Colombia’s captain has not had much club success in recent years, but he continues to be an excellent player for his national team. For Rodriguez, the test is for him not just to play well, but to also be a leader on the field for his team against an opponent that will aim to frustrate with a much slower and more physical approach. 

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Bob Bradley, Mo Edu and Alex Scott breakdown FIFA World Cup Now’s Knockout Stage Power Rankings going into the Round of 32. Agree with their rankings?

Colombia vs. Ghana Odds

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World Series Champion, 14-Time All-Star, Emmy Award-Winning Analyst Alex Rodriguez and World Series Champion, Two-Time All-Star Dontrelle Willis Provide Live Reaction and Analysis

Coverage of FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16 Kicks to Full Slate of FOX MLB Programming for Stacked Holiday Lineup

NEW YORK – Before fireworks light up the night sky in Philadelphia, site of the 2026 MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday, July 14, FOX Sports ignites Fourth of July celebrations live from the birthplace of America, unveiling complete American League and National League rosters during the MLB ALL-STAR GAME SELECTION SHOW PRESENTED BY KONAMI eBASEBALL™ for the first time.

World Series champion and two-time All-Star Dontrelle Willis, alongside veteran host Chris Myers, broadcast live from Independence Hall for the reveal on Saturday, July 4, at 7:30 PM ET on FOX. Myers and Willis are set to be joined by World Series champion, 14-time All-Star and Emmy Award-winning analyst Alex Rodriguez, throughout the show.

The MLB ALL-STAR GAME SELECTION SHOW PRESENTED BY KONAMI eBASEBALL™ leads into a special holiday edition of BASEBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA, featuring regionalized coverage of the New York Mets at Atlanta Braves (Kenny Albert, AJ Pierzynski) and the St. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs (Joe Davis, John Smoltz, Ken Rosenthal) at 8:00 PM ET on FOX.

*The length of the program is subject to change pending the duration of the preceding FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match.

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Kylian Mbappé Leads France vs. Paraguay, Canada Clashes with Morocco in FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16 Doubleheader on FOX with Live Studio Show Originating from Philadelphia’s Historic Independence Hall

 MLB ALL-STAR GAME SELECTION SHOW PRESENTED BY KONAMI eBASEBALL™ and BASEBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA Highlight Primetime on FOX

LOS ANGELES – Ahead of America’s 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, FOX Sports today unveils its unrivaled, All-American slate spotlighting the network’s star-spangled broadcast schedule for the day. 

Beginning with the first sparks of the grills at 11:00 AM ET and continuing until fireworks light the night sky across the country, FOX will be America’s home on Independence Day with a FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16 doubleheader leading into the MLB ALL-STAR GAME SELECTION SHOW PRESENTED BY KONAMI eBASEBALL™ at 7:30 PM ET and a pair of regionalized broadcasts featuring the New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs at 8:00 PM ET.

“We’ve had this day circled on our calendar for quite some time, and FOX Sports can’t wait to deliver a memorable experience that is going to keep sports fans nationwide cheering with the red, white and blue backdrop of America 250,” said FOX Sports President and Executive Producer Brad Zager. “Between two thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16 matches, our first presentation of the MLB All-Star Game Selection Show and America’s past-time taking center stage in primetime, there will be no better place to celebrate our historic semi quincentennial than FOX.”

Saturday, Fourth of July on FOX (all times ET)

11 AM: FIFA WORLD CUP™ LIVE Pregame Show

• Originating from the birthplace of America and the historic location where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Philadelphia’s Independence Hall serves as FOX Sports’ iconic studio backdrop for the day. U.S. Soccer legends and FOX Sports studio analysts Alexi Lalas, Carli Lloyd and Clint Dempsey join host Rob Stone to open the day and set the stage for the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16.

1 PM: ROUND OF 16 – CANADA VS. MOROCCO

• Derek Rae, Rob Green from Houston

3 PM: FIFA WORLD CUP TODAY 

• Host Rebecca Lowe and studio analysts Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimović join the party from Studio B in Los Angeles with Stone, Lalas, Lloyd and Dempsey recapping all the action from the City of Brotherly Love and setting the stage for the second match of the day featuring Kylian Mbappé and France vs. Paraguay.

5 PM: ROUND OF 16 – PARAGUAY VS. FRANCE

• John Strong, Stu Holden, Katie Shanahan from Philadelphia

7 PM: FIFA WORLD CUP POSTGAME

7:30 PM: MLB ALL-STAR GAME SELECTION SHOW PRESENTED BY KONAMI eBASEBALL™ ON FOX

• World Series champion and two-time All-Star Dontrelle Willis, alongside veteran host Chris Myers, broadcast live from Independence Hall for the reveal of the complete American League and National League rosters. Myers and Willis are set to be joined by World Series champion, 14-time All-Star and Emmy Award-winning analyst Alex Rodriguez, throughout the show.

8:00 PM: BASEBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA

• St. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs: Joe Davis, John Smoltz, Ken Rosenthal
• New York Mets at Atlanta Braves: Kenny Albert, AJ Pierzynski

12 AM: FIFA WORLD CUP ON FOX AFTER HOURS WITH JAMES CORDEN

• James Corden, Ian Karmel, Rio Ferdinand and guest Whitney Cummings

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It’s Week 4 of the “Friendly Wager” and in case you were wondering, Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo did not score a brace in last week’s match against Colombia.

Not even close.

That was a +750 longshot that never stood a chance. We also played USA on the three-way line against Türkiye and parlayed a USA victory with Christian Pulisic to score a goal. With the game tied 2-2, Pulisic hit the post at 71’ and missed just left at 76’.

Game of inches, eh?

Reminder, FOX Sports is your home for all things World Cup and big congratulations to our digital team for amassing over five billion views on social media. Keep fighting the good fight. 

Now, let’s find a winner or two. 

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Friendly Wager Record: 
2-6, -1.2

Argentina vs. Cape Verde

Books believe it’s almost a sure thing that Lionel Messi scores against Cape Verde (Getty Images).

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None of the big American sportsbooks are offering a market on Lionel Messi not to score a goal. Not offering “Yes” and “No” markets is truly one of the worst parts of the industry because you never get a fair price on the “Yes.”

Caesars has Messi at -230 to score. 

Yikes! 

When books don’t offer “No,” they can deal whatever they want on “Yes” because there’s no money balancing the budget to create a fair price. So, books just crank “Yes” as high as they want, knowing full well that 70% of people or more will bet Messi to score no matter what or just jam it in parlays.

But I digress.

Since this concept is about having fun and taking shots, I’m eying that insanely juicy draw price between Argentina and Cape Verde. Cross your fingers and your toes for a 1-1 tie after 90 minutes. It’s anywhere from +650 at FanDuel to +715 at Circa Sports because, as it is with Messi, the Argentinian inflation is so high.

Roll the dice.

Sammy P’s Pick:   Draw (+715)

United States vs. Belgium

I can’t quit Christian Pulisic.

Granted, I only picked him to score in the Americans’ third group match against Türkiye, but he’s gotta put the ball in the back of the net eventually, right?

Right?!

Top striker Flo Balogun will miss Monday’s match after receiving a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina, and head coach Mauricio Pochettino must get creative. I expect the USA to be more aggressive in getting Pulisic the rock and there’s always the possibility he starts at striker. That’ll undoubtedly increase his scoring chances against Belgium.

I’m also wheeling Pulisic to score with the USA to make the quarters.  

Sammy P’s Picks:   Christian Pulisic to Score (+195), Pulisic to Score/USA to Advance (+333)

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“Bear Bets” are real wagers that Chris “The Bear” Fallica is actually making.

The Round of 16 kicks off this weekend, meaning it’s really crunch time at the 2026 World Cup.

Here’s how I’m wagering on Match Day 24, featuring the first two Round of 16 games.

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World Cup Best Bets — Saturday, July 4

Canada vs. Morocco

I know Morocco had a few days off since beating the Dutch on penalties, but that was a brutally intense match and one which might require a bit more time than normal to recover. It wouldn’t surprise me at all to see this one go to halftime tied up and Morocco to get a winner in the second half. Seeing Morocco only -265 To Advance makes me think one of two things: Either the oddsmakers are way off on their opinion of Morocco, or, Canada is super live here.

Fallica’s Picks:   1st Half Draw (+110), Achraf Hakimi Over 2.5 Shots (+110)

Paraguay vs. France

Welcome to square central — I know. Paraguay moving through against Germany said more to me about Germany than it did Paraguay. France is on an entirely different level and could have had six against Sweden. I get the sense Les Bleus will come out and take control early, not allowing Paraguay the opportunity that Germany gave it. The French roll.

Fallica’s Picks:   Over 1.5 1st Half Goals (+140), Michael Olise 1+ Goals/Assists (-165), France to Win to Nil (-155)

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