Croatia is still battling to get out of the group stage, and the easiest way to do it is by defeating Ghana on Saturday.(Photo by Mathew Tsang/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Croatia vs.
GhanaCroatia needs to win, or they will be sent home.If they end up with a draw, Ghana gets the nod.
I suppose Croatia could potentially advance with a draw, but I really don’t understand the nuances of advancing from each of the different groups.I just know eight additional teams will make it in from third place.
Rumors are out there that Croatia will likely have a new tactical shift to focus on the middle of the field.That could bring a more aggressive approach to this game.
Ghana has done a good job in their games, winning over Panama and tying with England.They have yet to allow a goal, but will need to show some aggressiveness if they want to win instead of just draw against Croatia.
I like the under 2.5 goals, but betting it at -160 is pricy.I think you can take a shot on Croatia being aggressive and winning this game at -130.Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal reacts after the first half during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match between Portugal and Uzbekistan at Houston Stadium in Houston, Texas, on June 23, 2026.
(Charlotte Wilson/Getty Images)Columbia vs.PortugalCRISTIANO RONALDO SHUTS DOWN REPORTER'S LIONEL MESSI QUESTION IN AWKWARD MOMENT AFTER TWO-GOAL WINColumbia has looked like one of the best teams in the World Cup, winning both of their matchups to start the tournament.
Portugal won one game and had a draw in the other.Their star, Cristiano Ronaldo, has had a lot of scrutiny, but Ronaldo looked great in his last game, scoring two goals for the team.
In their first game against DR Congo, they could only muster up one goal and tied.They played Uzbekistan and dominated them 5-0.
This will be a much harder test.Columbia took down both teams, winning 1-0 in their last match against DR Congo, and 3-1 against Uzbekistan.
I really like both teams to score in this ...