BEST BETS WORLD CUP FRIDAY: Argentina-Cape Verde, Egypt-Australia, Colombia-Ghana

World Cup 2026 Knockout Stage continues to deliver drama on Friday, July 3 with three more Round of 32 thrillers. Single-elimination intensity ramps up as defending champions, continental heavyweights, and hungry underdogs clash with everything on the line. No margin for error — one mistake ends the dream. Expect tactical battles, superstar moments, and passionate atmospheres across the U.S. venues. Australia vs Egypt – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas, 2 p.m. ET The Socceroos bring organized pressing, set-piece danger, and never-say-die spirit against an Egypt side loaded with experience, defensive steel, and counter-attacking threat (think Mohamed Salah’s quality if available or similar flair). Australia will look to dominate transitions and use width, while Egypt stays compact and strikes on the break. Prime value on tight totals, cards in a physical contest, or anytime goalscorer props on mobile Australian attackers and Egyptian talismans. A classic Oceania/Asia grit versus African craft matchup. Argentina vs Cape Verde – Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Fla., 6 p.m. ET The Albiceleste arrive as defending champions with world-class talent, midfield control, and clinical finishing (Lionel Messi & co. still shining). Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) represent pure underdog fire, athleticism, defensive organization, and island-nation passion. Argentina should control possession and probe for openings, but Cape Verde can park the bus and look for magic on the counter. Look for Argentina win, overs on corners, or standout props on creative midfielders and target forwards in what promises to be a vibrant, one-sided-but-dangerous affair. Colombia vs Ghana – Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Mo., 9:30 p.m. ET Los Cafeteros bring technical brilliance, attacking flair, and South American rhythm against Ghana’s Black Stars — famous for speed, physicality, aerial prowess, and explosive counter-attacks. Colombia will aim to dictate tempo with short passing and creativity, while Ghana makes it chaotic and punishes any looseness. BTTS in play, overs on goals/cards, and big props on flair players and strikers expected in this high-energy, styles-clash nightcap. The edge in these knockout ties remains in match winner + totals combos, star player props, corners, and cards — where group-stage fatigue meets do-or-die stakes. Rotations are over; every decision is final. These three fixtures will keep the Round of 32 fire burning hot and create more unforgettable World Cup memories. Good luck, bet responsibly, stay sharp on the lines, and let’s cash some tickets! #WorldCup2026 #RoundOf32 #July3Knockouts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices