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Messi Sidelined as Inter Miami Host Monterrey Following Father's Passing
Messi will miss Inter Miami's Leagues Cup Matchday 2 against Monterrey following the death of his father, Jorge; he plans to travel to Rosario to bid farewell. With Messi out, Suarez suspended and Berterame's availability unclear due to concussion protocol, Miami must chase a victory without their captain.
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Buckets bets England to edge Norway in 2026 World Cup quarterfinal, with Over 2.5 goals and four plus-money plays
SportsLine expert Jon Eimer projects England to beat Norway in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal, with Kane (-120) and Haaland (+105) in the mix; he leans Over 2.5 goals and has four plus-money bets locked in, while England sit around -115 on the 90-minute money line and Norway +310 (draw +270).
One Fan Skips the Viking Row, Norway Still Roars at the World Cup
Norway’s World Cup run is celebrated with the Viking Row, but one fan, Emil Lappen, refuses to participate, sparking a playful debate about tradition, history, and national identity while the piece cheerfully chronicles Norway’s success and cultural antics.
World Cup Round of 16: Expert bets lean toward goals as England meet Mexico in Mexico City
SportsLine's Martin Green, on a 16-6 World Cup run, leans toward a high-scoring England vs. Mexico Round of 16 in Mexico City, with England +140, Mexico +210, draw +210 on FanDuel; over/under 2.5; England to advance -130. Green's two plus-money bets and an Over 2.5 lean are highlighted for members.
Balogun Out, USA Ready to Face Belgium in World Cup Round of 16 — Expert Bets Here
SportsLine's Martin Green predicts the USA vs. Belgium World Cup Round of 16 clash, noting Balogun's suspension, Belgium's 3-2 Round of 32 win, and current 90-minute odds Belgium +155, USA +180, draw +230, with Belgium favored to advance (-118) and USA at -104. Green leans toward the Over 2.5 goals and has two plus-money bets locked in, arguing the US can fill Balogun's absence while Belgium's attackers remain dangerous.
Congo Caps Historic World Cup Run With Late Wissa Strike
DR Congo booked a knockout berth at the 2026 World Cup with a 3-2 win over Uzbekistan, part of Africa's standout group-stage showing as nine of ten African teams advanced; Congo shifted from defense to attack, with Yoane Wissa scoring twice (including a stoppage-time curler) and Fiston Mayele adding a late third, setting up a clash with England in Atlanta, while Lumumba Vea’s visa saga underscored the politics surrounding the tournament.
Lamine Yamal Sparks Spain's World Cup Revival
Lamine Yamal's early influence helps Spain regain its swagger in a World Cup win over Saudi Arabia, as coach Luis de la Fuente retooled the midfield to let Pedri roam and connect with the front line. Oyarzabal starred with a goal and an assist, while the team emphasized surrounding cast support to maximize its core talents. The performance contrasted with the Cape Verde game, showing Spain can be among the tournament's best, but will need sustained form and energy management in knockout rounds.
Tiny Nation, Big Moment: Eloy Room’s 15-Save Heroics Put Curacao on World Cup Map
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Underdogs Ghana vs Panama kick off World Cup with bets from a proven soccer guru
SportsLine’s Martin Green, who’s on an 18-8 run in 2026, predicts Ghana vs. Panama will feature goals from both sides in the World Cup 2026 opener. The latest FanDuel odds list Ghana +135, Panama +220, and a draw +210 for the 90 minutes, with Green’s picks highlighting both teams to score (+105) and two additional plus-money bets. To see all of Green’s best bets, readers are encouraged to join SportsLine."
Congo Delivers a World Cup Jolt, Stalling Portugal and Shaking Iberia
Congo earns a dramatic 1-1 draw with Portugal after Yoane Wissa’s opener and a late Araújo foul denying a clear scoring chance; Portugal dominates possession but wastes chances, including an offside Cancelo goal, while Ronaldo struggles to impact the match. The result dents the reputations of two heavy favorites but keeps both on track for the knockout stage, and spotlights Congo and the notion of Andorra as part of a broader World Cup shakeup.
Argentina favored to edge Algeria as expert Bets World Cup 2026 preview
Soccer expert Martin Green previews Argentina vs. Algeria in World Cup 2026, noting Argentina as favorites with -230 on the 90-minute line (Algeria +625, draw +360), a 2.5-goal total, and Messi at +310 to score anytime; Green, on an 18-8 run in recent picks, leans that Argentina will keep a clean sheet and has three additional plus-money bets for this match, with full picks on SportsLine.