Day 12 delivers four classic clashes with major qualification implications as Argentina face Austria, France meet Iraq, Norway take on Senegal, and Jordan battle Algeria.
With knockout hopes on the line across two groups, this slate offers strong angles in several markets.
Here are the best bets for a packed Day 12.
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Argentina vs Austria (Monday, 6pm)
Argentina flew out of the blocks with their 3-0 victory over Algeria, and Lionel Messi certainly looks like he can still cut it at this elite level.
Lionel Scaloni’s defending champions did not generate many corners in Qatar four years ago, earning just two apiece in the semi-final and final.
And that characteristic does not seem to have changed with Argentina and Algeria both taking only two corners each on Tuesday.
The average number of corners across the South Americans’ last 10 games is 6.7 and that points to moderate corner production from the upcoming clash with Austria.
Ralf Rangnick’s men are typically compact, disciplined, and difficult to break down. There were only seven corners registered in their 3‑1 win over Jordan and they averaged just over four per game in qualifying.
This matchup profiles as a low‑corner affair. Argentina typically build slowly, recycling possession rather than firing in early crosses, while Austria defend narrow and rarely commit full‑backs forward.
Under 8.5 Corners – Argentina vs Austria @ evens
Score Prediction: Argentina 2‑1 Austria
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France vs Iraq (Monday, 10pm)
France have been one of the more flamboyant sides in the tournament so far, blending attacking flair with a defensive vulnerability. Their forward line can and will produce plenty of chances, but they seem to lack the mentality to keep a clean sheet.
It has been six games since Didier Deschamps’ men kept an opponent from scoring and they will be tested by an Iraq side that pressed Norway into several mistakes in their opener.
Iraq’s pace in transition and willingness to shoot early makes them a live threat for a consolation goal.
France should still win comfortably, but their defensive lapses make the Win & BTTS angle appealing.
France to Win & BTTS vs Iraq @ 43/20
Score prediction: France 3‑1 Iraq
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Norway vs Senegal (Tuesday, 1am)
A draw would suit Norway just fine after their 4‑1 victory over Iraq in Boston on Tuesday. Reaching four points would almost certainly secure them a top‑eight place among the third‑placed teams — and potentially even second spot in the group depending on other results.
Senegal, too, will feel that a tally of four points is well within reach, especially with Iraq still to come in their final group fixture.
The Lions of Teranga showed plenty of resilience against France, keeping the contest tight until the favourites pulled away in the second half on a difficult surface at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Pape Thiaw’s side have the physicality, organisation and tactical discipline to respond strongly, and they should fancy their chances of matching — and possibly outmuscling — a Norway team ranked below them for good reason.
Senegal Double Chance vs Norway @ 8/13
Score prediction: Norway 1‑1 Senegal
Jordan vs Algeria (Tuesday, 4am)
Both sides enter this match bottom of Group J with zero points, making this a virtual elimination game. Jordan’s spirited but flawed 3‑1 loss to Austria highlighted their defensive fragility, while Algeria’s 3‑0 defeat to Argentina was authored by one of the greatest of all time.
Algeria possess far greater depth and European‑based quality. With Riyad Mahrez, Amine Gouiri, and Mohamed Amoura leading the line, they should create enough chances to win.
But Jordan have shown they can score — and with Musa Al‑Taamari and Ali Olwan in form, they can land a punch of their own.
This sets up perfectly for Algeria to win with both teams finding the back of the net.
Algeria to Win & BTTS vs Jordan @ 12/5
Score prediction: Algeria 2‑1 Jordan
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