World Cup Fixtures Today: All Day 17 World Cup 2026 Predictions - 27th June
Elliott Bretland
The World Cup group stage reaches its conclusion this weekend with England, Portugal and Argentina all in action over a busy 24 hours.
Across the six games in Groups J, K and L, Colombia can claim top spot, Croatia need to win to leapfrog Ghana and Austria must avoid defeat against Algeria
Here are the best bets for Day 17.
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Panama vs England (Saturday, 10pm)
England are top of Group L, tied on four points with Ghana after Tuesday’s goalless draw with the Black Stars, and know a victory over Panama will see them go through to the Last 32.
The Canal Men have lost both of their games 1-0 and they are unlikely to break their scoring duck against the Three Lions. Backing Thomas Tuchel’s men to win to nil looks like a smart play.
Back England to win to nil @ 4/6 with LiveScore Bet
Score Prediction: Panama 0-3 England
Croatia vs Ghana (Saturday, 10pm)
Croatia are third and a point behind Ghana and so Zlatko Dalic’s men need to win if they are to leapfrog the Black Stars and advance from first or second.
While the Blazers have scored in eight of the last nine games and should win, Saturday’s game in Philadelphia is unlikely to be a goalfest as the last four matches involving Ghana have featured two goals or fewer.
Back Croatia to win and under 2.5 goals @ 2/1 with LiveScore Bet
Score Prediction: Croatia 1-0 Ghana
Colombia vs Portugal (Sunday, 12.30am)
Colombia have already advanced to the Last 32 but will be eager to maintain top spot in Group K by avoiding defeat against Portugal.
After a disappointing draw with DR Congo, Roberto Martinez’s side beat Uzbekistan 5-0 as Cristiano Ronaldo grabbed a brace. With Portugal in the groove and Colombia boasting quality in attacking areas, this meeting in Miami Gardens should see plenty of goalmouth action.
Back over 2.5 goals @ 10/11 with LiveScore Bet
Score Prediction: Colombia 1-2 Portugal
DR Congo vs Uzbekistan (Sunday, 12.30am)
DR Congo’s opening game draw with Portugal means even a narrow victory over Uzbekistan should see them advance to the knockouts as one of the best third-placed teams.
Despite being managed by legendary defender Fabio Cannavaro, the White Wolves have conceded eight goals in two games and likely won’t have the quality at the back to keep the Leopards at bay.
Back DR Congo to beat Uzbekistan @ 7/10 with LiveScore Bet
Score Prediction: DR Congo 2-0 Uzbekistan
Algeria vs Austria (Sunday, 3am)
This meeting in Kansas City is a straight shootout to see which side will join group winners Argentina in the knockout stages.
Both teams got the better of Jordan but Algeria must win to move into second. Austria can afford to draw as Ralf Rangnick’s side boast a superior goal difference and should have enough quality to earn the point they require.
Back the draw in Algeria vs Austria @ 57/50 with LiveScore Bet
Score Prediction: Algeria 1-1 Austria
Jordan vs Argentina (Sunday, 3am)
Lionel Messi is the leading goalscorer at the World Cup with five goals and can add to his tally to give Argentina a win over Jordan.
The legendary forward might start on the bench with La Albiceleste already through but he is expected to feature at some point and it’s hard to bet against him following his rapid start.
Back Argentina to win and Lionel Messi anytime goalscorer @ 3/5 with LiveScore Bet
Score Prediction: Jordan 0-4 Argentina
