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France will be looking to salvage a podium finish after their disappointing 2-0 semi-final defeat to Spain. Their superior squad depth should prevail in the third-place match.

Argentina's clinical edge and Messi's final quest should overcome a resilient England side missing key defensive pieces like Quansah.

France have been dominant defensively, not conceding in the knockouts. Spain have injury concerns with Pino and Williams, and Yamal is recovering.

Argentina's knockout experience and Swiss injury concerns favor the Albiceleste.

England depth and Norway sickness bug swing this toward the Three Lions.

Spain has not conceded a goal this tournament and looks tactically superior. Belgium's key players like De Bruyne and Doku are struggling for form.

France have the tactical depth and Mbappe's form to overcome Morocco's defensive organization, especially with Morocco's Saibari doubtful.

Colombia's momentum and attacking flair should overcome Switzerland, despite Jhon Córdoba's absence.

Argentina's depth and experience in knockouts should see them past a spirited Egypt side led by Salah.

USA playing at home with Pulisic back and Balogun available after suspension should have the edge over a Belgium side that has been inconsistent.

Spain are in better overall form and have a deep squad, though missing Nico Williams is a blow. Portugal have been unconvincing lately.

Risk pick: Mexico's elite defense and altitude advantage against a vulnerable England right-back.

Brazil's depth should overcome Haaland's threat despite key injuries.

France are heavy favorites with superior depth; Paraguay missing Enciso is a huge blow.

Morocco have elite knockout pedigree and defensive solidity; Canada's Davies is carrying a knock.

Colombia has no injury concerns and Luis Diaz is in form, whereas Ghana's defense might struggle against their speed.

Argentina's depth and quality are far superior to debutants Cape Verde; even with rotation, they should win comfortably.

Egypt's defensive resilience and Salah's potential return give them the edge over a Socceroos side missing Leckie.

Switzerland's knockout stage experience and tactical discipline should see them through against a spirited Algeria.

A tight all-European affair where Portugal's individual quality in attack might just edge out Croatia's experience.

Spain's technical depth should overcome Austria's organization, despite Yamal's fitness concerns.

USA as hosts with strong momentum should comfortably beat Bosnia & Herzegovina in their first knockout appearance.

Belgium have found form and should edge a talented Senegal side in a close knockout clash.

England should have too much quality for DR Congo despite right-back injury concerns. Spence is a capable deputy.

Mexico's momentum and familiarity with North American conditions against a solid Ecuadorian side.

France's overwhelming talent and status as tournament favorites to dominate Sweden.

Ivory Coast's athletic midfield and squad depth to overcome Norway's Haaland-centric threat.

A cagey encounter where Dutch technical depth narrowly overcomes Morocco's elite defensive organization.

Germany's attacking variety to break through Paraguay's defensive block eventually.

Brazil's superior quality and knockout experience to handle Japan's tactical discipline.

Canada has shown slightly better defensive organization in the group stages. South Africa is dangerous on the counter, but Canada's midfield control should give them the edge in a tight elimination match.

Argentina are overwhelming favorites against a Jordan side lacking top-level tournament experience.

Austria's high-pressing system under Rangnick to disrupt Algeria's rhythm and secure the win.

Uzbekistan's disciplined structure might see them edge a tight, low-scoring affair against DR Congo.

Portugal's star-studded attack to edge a high-quality encounter with Colombia for the top spot.

Croatia's experience and midfield dominance should eventually break down Ghana's solid defense.

England's depth and Panama's scoring struggles make this a clear away win.

Belgium need a win to guarantee qualification and have a vastly superior squad. New Zealand's defense has been leaky, conceding five goals in two games.

Egypt have been impressive, especially in their win over New Zealand. Mo Salah is in form, and Iran's defensive approach might not be enough to stop them.

Spain's 4-0 demolition of Saudi Arabia suggests they are finding their rhythm. Uruguay have been solid but less clinical, and Spain's control of possession should give them the edge.

Cape Verde are unbeaten against Spain and Uruguay, showing incredible defensive organization. Saudi Arabia struggled against Spain and should find Cape Verde a tough nut to crack.

Senegal have been more competitive in their losses than Iraq, scoring three goals. They should have enough to secure third place against an Iraqi side that has struggled to create.

France have shown more consistency and depth, winning both games comfortably. Norway relies heavily on Haaland, but France's collective quality should prevail in the battle for top spot.

Two defensively organized teams likely to cancel each other out in a low-scoring affair.

USA playing at home should have the edge over an inconsistent Turkey team.

The Netherlands possess far more individual quality and should comfortably beat Tunisia.

Japan's technical play cancels out Sweden's physicality in a tight tactical battle.

Germany needs a result to secure their spot and should edge a competitive Ecuador side.

Ivory Coast's superior squad depth and tournament experience make them favorites against Curacao.

South Korea needs this win for progression; South Africa missing key players, Son to lead the way.

Mexico in excellent form and looking to top the group; Czech Republic under pressure but Mexico has the edge.

Morocco have been strong and should beat Haiti easily

Brazil are far superior to Scotland and will likely dominate

Bosnia are much stronger than Qatar and should win comfortably

Switzerland are favorites and should beat Canada who have been inconsistent

Colombia has superior individual talent, though DR Congo's athleticism will keep it close.

Croatia's midfield control and defensive organization should stifle Panama.

England's balanced squad and tournament experience make them clear favorites against Ghana.

Portugal's attacking depth and technical superiority should overwhelm Uzbekistan.

Algeria's tactical maturity and tournament experience give them the edge over a spirited Jordan.

Very balanced encounter; Norway's threat vs Senegal's experience suggests a low-scoring draw.

Significant mismatch; France's attacking depth and defensive stability make them overwhelming favorites.

Argentina's technical superiority and winning mentality should overcome Austria's intense pressing style.

Egypt's star quality, particularly Salah, to overcome a physical New Zealand side.

Uruguay's high intensity and clinical finishing to dominate Cape Verde.

Belgium to edge a competitive Iranian side through individual quality.

Spain's technical control should eventually break down a resilient Saudi defense.

Japan tactical discipline and pace to overcome Tunisia technical midfield

Ecuador superior technical quality against tournament debutants Curacao

Germany continuing strong form; Ivory Coast a stern but beatable test

Netherlands quality to prevail; Sweden dangerous but Dutch structure superior

Turkey to bounce back from opening loss against a depleted Paraguay missing Enciso.

Brazil are overwhelming favorites even without Neymar against Haiti.

Morocco's defensive resilience and recent results against big teams give them the edge over Scotland.

USA at home with momentum, though Pulisic is a doubt, they should edge a tough Australia side.

Mexico's home advantage in Guadalajara is key; South Korea missing key midfield options.

Canada captain Alphonso Davies returns; his impact should be enough to overcome Qatar.

Switzerland's experience should edge a tight game against Bosnia, despite potential defensive worries for the latter.

South Africa missing key players Sithole and Zwane due to red cards; Czechs have more depth.

Colombia's attacking flair with Diaz and James will break down Uzbekistan's defense.

Ghana missing key players Kudus and Partey; Panama's higher ranking makes this a balanced tie.

England under Tuchel to edge a tight contest against a resilient Croatian side.

Portugal's superior quality and Ronaldo's motivation should see them through comfortably.

Austria are in strong form under Rangnick and should handle the World Cup debutants.

The defending champions have Messi fit and should overcome a talented Algerian side.

Haaland and Odegaard provide too much world-class quality for a structured Iraq side.

France are heavy favorites despite shaky friendlies; Senegal struggled in tune-ups.

Iran's extensive tournament experience and fit midfield will be the difference against New Zealand.

Uruguay's attacking power will overcome their defensive injury issues against a motivated Saudi side.

Belgium's new-look squad should control the game, while a less-than-fit Salah may struggle to break them down.

Spain's technical depth is overwhelming, even with Yamal and Williams starting on the bench.

Sweden's formidable Isak-Gyokeres partnership will be too much for Tunisia, especially with Mejbri a doubt for the Tunisians.

Massive gulf in quality; Germany's attack will overwhelm the World Cup debutants regardless of minor injury concerns.

Turkey's talent pool is deeper and Montella has them in good form, while Australia misses McGree's creativity.

Scotland's experience with Robertson and McTominay should be enough to overcome Haiti's counter-attacking threat.

Ecuador's incredible 20-match unbeaten run and strong defense will likely cancel out Ivory Coast's athletic attack.

Netherlands' physical presence and Koeman's structure should edge out a disciplined Japanese side missing Mitoma.

Brazil has superior depth even with Neymar out; Ancelotti's tactical discipline should see them through a tough Moroccan side.