Is Kylian Mbappé Playing Today? France Star’s Status vs. sweden

Kylian Mbappé is playing in his third World Cup, having helped France reach two straight finals – including winning the 2018 title over Croatia but finishing runner-up in 2022 to Lionel Messi’s Argnetina. At the this tournament, Mbappé and France will play in its first knockout stage match on Tuesday, but will Mbappé be available? … Read more

France vs. Sweden Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match

France will face Sweden in a 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 showdown on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at New York New Jersey Stadium on FOX.  France looked every bit the tournament favorite in the group stage, winning all three games for the second time in its nation’s history, with the other being the … Read more

How to Watch France vs. Sweden: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time

France and Sweden meet in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET from New York New Jersey Stadium. France topped Group I with a perfect 3-0-0 record, beating Senegal 3-1 in their opener, Iraq 3-0 in their second match, and Norway 4-1 in their … Read more

Chris ‘The Bear’ Fallica’s World Cup Best Bets Today — Match Day 20

“Bear Bets” are real wagers that Chris “The Bear” Fallica is actually making. Anything can happen at the World Cup — just ask Germany. Here’s how I’m wagering on Match Day 20, with three more Round-of-32 games on the schedule. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up … Read more

World Cup Round Of 32 Predictions: One Thing To Watch For Every Team

Alright, familia. Clear your calendars, stock up the fridge and get ready for the World Cup’s newly formatted Round of 32!   I am particularly excited about these matches because this is a brand new, expanded round – meaning that the thrill of knockout, win-or-go home football will come in 16 matches. The chances of dramatic … Read more

2026 World Cup Betting Report: ‘USA Is By Far Our Worst Result In The Book’

As World Cup odds reach the knockout stage, the top teams are drawing plenty of support in championship futures. France, Argentina, Spain and England are well-backed, as are Portugal and Brazil. But since this 48-team tournament began on June 11, the most popular team in World Cup futures bets is the United States.  And though … Read more

2026 FIFA World Cup Title Pie: Is Messi’s Argentina Or Mbappé’s France The Favorite?

Group play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is nearing its end, and there weren’t many surprises as we head toward the knockout stage. But does that mean the favorites entering the tournament should remain the favorites ahead of the knockout stage? That’s what “First Things First’s” Nick Wright believes. As we’re nearly complete with … Read more

World Cup Roundup: Dembélé Does It By Himself; Spain Scrapes By Again

The day was supposed to be defined by Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé going head-to-head at the World Cup, and Lamine Yamal facing his biggest test of the tournament yet. It ended with Haaland riding the bench, Mbappé and Yamal failing to score and Ousmane Dembélé stealing the show. Here is everything you might have … Read more

Why Erling Haaland Didn’t Play In Norway’s 4-1 Loss To France: ‘It’s A No-Brainer’

Norway striker Erling Haaland and nine of the team’s other regular starters needed rest more than a first-place finish in their World Cup group. “It’s a no-brainer,” coach StÃ¥le Solbakken said Friday after a 4-1 loss to France left the Norwegians in second place in the group. “The fans around Norway and also in the … Read more

Have A Day, Dembélé: 4 Takeaways From France’s Big Win Over Norway At World Cup

Friday’s match for the top spot in Group I was a masterclass – led by maestro Ousmane Dembélé and his three goals – as France won 4-1 against Norway and earned three straight victories in the process. It’s the first time Les Bleus have won all three group matches since 1998, which is when they … Read more