Belgium
Belgium's golden generation has lost its glow and that is reflected in the World Cup ante-post betting with the Red Devils' sizeable 16/1 (Highbet) shots as they embark on their latest quest for that elusive first trophy in Qatar.
Roberto Martinez’s squad looks a little less intimidating than it did at the 2018 World Cup as well as last year’s rearranged Euros, however, they should still comfortably navigate their way through Group F where they have been housed alongside Canada, Croatia and Sweden.
The Belgians have adopted a reputation as flat-track bullies when it comes to taking care of the lesser lights on the international circuit and that handy habit coupled with their vastly superior pool of attacking talent should stand them in good stead here.
Admittedly, a 7/10 (HighBet) quote may not be the most attractive of prices, but I’m happy to back Belgium to finish as the highest-scoring side in this section at the aforementioned odds.
Martinez has an awesome array of attacking talent at his disposal, with his star-studded side only failing to score once in their last 56 matches.
What’s more, shutting out their opponents is not something that the Red Devils' rearguard is renowned for, so multiple goals may be required if Belgium are to overcome each of their Group F foes.
Croatia
Reaching the 2018 World Cup final was a massive achievement for Croatia and they could give punters a good run for their money again as 50/1 (Highbet) dark horses in the latest edition of the greatest show on earth.
With a healthy mixture of established talent and emerging newcomers, the Balkan outfit should be capable of extending their stay beyond the group stage.
Should Zlatko Dalić’s side duly oblige, then nobody can afford to take them lightly thereafter given that they have held their own against the likes of Argentina, England and Spain in recent major tournaments.
The Croats are as short 4/7 (Highbet) to qualify form Group F but I’m going to opt for an alternative play with a view to backing the Blazers to plot their way out of this pool.
Given that the two highest-ranked nations in this section both went deep into the 2018 showpiece, combining Croatia and Belgium to qualify on the dual forecast looks like an enticing way in at 4/5 with Boylesports.
Morocco
Morocco are slowly but surely becoming World Cup mainstays and they are unlikely to give anyone a free pass to the round of 16.
While Walid Regragui has forged a resolute side that are rarely blown away by their opponents, qualifying for the knockout stages for the first time since 1986 is going to be a very tall order.
Although the Atlas Lions will draw inspiration from their spirited showings against both Portugal in Spain back in 2018, their final fixture with Canada could have the potential to be a dreaded wooden spoon decider.
The bookies are finding it hard to separate the two above-mentioned nations in the To Finish Bottom betting with the Moroccans narrow outsiders at 6/5 (Highbet) while their Canadian counterparts are the 11/10 (Highbet) favourites to prop up Group F.
Canada
Canada will end an excruciating 36-year exile from the Word Cup stage when they enter this year's winter showpiece in Qatar.
Having claimed the scalps of both Mexico and the USA en-route to securing top spot in CONCACAF qualifying, the Canucks aren't just heading to the Middle East to make up the numbers.
John Herdman’s chargers are energetic and forward-thinking and they also have a sprinkling of stardust within their ranks in the shape of Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David.
Reaching the knockout stages at 11/4 (Highbet) isn’t out of the question, although the 2026 co-hosts could well find themselves playing for third place in the group.
Group F Betting Tips
- Belgium Group F Top Scorers – 7/10 (Highbet)
- Belgium-Croatia Dual Forecast – 4/5 (Boylesports)
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