BETTING GUIDE: Canada vs Morocco, Paraguay vs France, World Cup Prediction
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Reading Time: 5min | Sat. 04.07.26. | 09:30
Canada continue their historic FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign when they face Morocco as Paraguay will look to produce another World Cup upset when they face tournament favourites France
BETTING GUIDE: Canada vs Morocco
Canada continue their historic FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign when they face Morocco in a fascinating Round of 16 clash.
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Jesse Marsch's side secured their first-ever World Cup knockout victory by edging South Africa 1-0 thanks to Stephen Eustaquio's dramatic late winner, while Morocco overcame the Netherlands on penalties to continue their impressive tournament.
The Atlas Lions enter the contest as slight favourites thanks to their experience and outstanding form under Mohamed Ouahbi.
Morocco have not lost in their last nine matches and are chasing another deep World Cup run after reaching the semi-finals in 2022. Canada, meanwhile, will hope their relentless pressing and high-intensity style can trouble one of the tournament's most technically gifted teams.
Kick-off: 8:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Saturday
Venue: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas
Round: FIFA World Cup 2026 – Round of 16
Current standings: Knockout Stage
Qualification implications: The winner advances to the World Cup quarter-finals, where either France or Paraguay awaits.
Form Guide
Canada
✅ Win vs South Africa (1-0)
❌ Loss
✅ Win
➖ Draw
➖ Draw
Morocco
✅ Win vs Netherlands (Penalties)
✅ Win
✅ Win
➖ Draw
✅ Win
Head-to-Head (Last Five Meetings)
✅ Morocco 2-1 Canada (2022 FIFA World Cup)
➖ Canada 2-2 Morocco (Friendly)
✅ Morocco 4-0 Canada (1984 Olympic Games)
➖ Canada 1-1 Morocco (Friendly)
✅ Morocco 3-1 Canada (Friendly)
Team News
Canada
❌ Ismael Koné – Leg injury (still unavailable).
🟢 Alphonso Davies – Fully fit after returning from injury and pushing for a starting place.
Morocco
🟡 Chadi Riad – Returned to training after a minor knock and expected to be available.
🟢 Mohamed Ouahbi has a virtually fully fit squad, including Ismael Saibari.
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Player to Watch: Stephen Eustaquio (Canada)
Stephen Eustaquio once again proved his importance with the winning goal against South Africa, sending Canada into the World Cup Round of 16 for the first time.
Beyond his goalscoring ability, he remains the heartbeat of Jesse Marsch's midfield, dictating tempo while leading Canada's aggressive pressing. His ability to break lines with forward passes and arrive late into attacking areas makes him Canada's biggest creative weapon.
If the Canucks are to upset Morocco, Eustaquio will almost certainly have to produce another influential performance.
Player to Watch: Achraf Hakimi (Morocco)
Hakimi remains Morocco's biggest outlet on both sides of the ball.
His pace allows Morocco to transform quickly from patient possession into devastating attacks, while his recovery speed makes him one of the world's best defensive full-backs.
Against Canada's aggressive pressing, Hakimi's ability to carry the ball through pressure and create overloads down the right flank could become one of the decisive tactical battles of the match.
Betting Tips
🟢 Safe Bet (Low Risk): Both Teams to Score – Yes
🟡 Smart Bet (Medium Risk): First Half Draw
🔴 Long Shot (High Risk): Canada to Qualify
MozzartSport Writers Predictions:
• Imran Otieno- Morocco Win
• Meshack Kisenge- Morocco Win
• Kevin Teya- Morocco Win
• Sammy Gitahi- Morocco Win
• Brian Odhiambo- Morocco Win
• Victor Karuga- Morocco Win
• Josh Angatia- Draw
BETTING GUIDE: Paraguay vs France
Paraguay will look to produce another World Cup upset when they face tournament favourites France in the Round of 16 .
La Albirroja stunned four-time champions Germany on penalties after a battling 1-1 draw, proving once again that Gustavo Alfaro's disciplined side can compete with the world's elite.
Standing in their way, however, is a France side that has arguably been the tournament's most impressive team.
Didier Deschamps' men have won every match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring a tournament-high 12 goals, and head into the knockout clash full of confidence.
While Paraguay will rely on defensive resilience and counter-attacks, Les Bleus possess the attacking quality to punish even the smallest defensive lapse.
Kick-off: 12:00 AM (Kenyan Time), Sunday
Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, USA
Round: FIFA World Cup 2026 – Round of 16
Current standings: Knockout Stage
Qualification implications: The winner progresses to the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals and moves one step closer to lifting the trophy.
Form Guide
Paraguay
✅ Win vs Germany (Penalties)
➖ Draw
✅ Win
❌ Loss
✅ Win
France
✅ Win vs Sweden (3-0)
✅ Win
✅ Win
✅ Win
✅ Win
Head-to-Head (Last Five Meetings)
➖ France 1-1 Paraguay (2017 Friendly)
➖ France 1-1 Paraguay (2011 Friendly)
✅ France 1-0 Paraguay (1998 FIFA World Cup)
✅ France 5-0 Paraguay (1985 Friendly)
✅ France 3-1 Paraguay (1982 Friendly)
Team News
Paraguay
❌ Omar Alderete – Knee injury (expected to miss out).
🟢 Diego Gómez – Returns after serving a one-match suspension.
France
🟡 Marcus Thuram – Calf injury (doubtful).
🟢 No other fresh injury concerns for Didier Deschamps.
Player to Watch: Julio Enciso (Paraguay)
Julio Enciso continues to be Paraguay's biggest creative threat after scoring against Germany in the previous round. His dribbling ability, quick feet and willingness to attack defenders make him the player most capable of unsettling France's defence.
If Paraguay are to produce another upset, Enciso's creativity on the counter-attack and ability to link with Gabriel Ávalos will be crucial throughout the contest.
Player to Watch: Kylian Mbappé (France)
Mbappé has been in outstanding form at the tournament and arrives after scoring twice against Sweden. His pace, movement and finishing continue to make him one of the most dangerous forwards in world football.
The France captain is also chasing Lionel Messi's World Cup goals record and will be eager to add to his tally against Paraguay's stubborn defensive unit.
Betting Tips
🟢 Safe Bet (Low Risk): France to Qualify
🟡 Smart Bet (Medium Risk): Mbappe to Score
🔴 Long Shot (High Risk): France to Win & Over 2.5 Goals
MozzartSport Writers Predictions:
• Imran Otieno- France Over 2.5
• Meshack Kisenge- France Win
• Kevin Teya- France Win
• Sammy Gitahi- France Win
• Brian Odhiambo- France Win
• Victor Karuga- France To Win Over 1.5
• Josh Angatia- France Win
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