The Netherlands and Japan have both been tipped as World Cup dark horses this summer so tonight's Group F opener promises to be a fascinating battle.
The Samurai Blue head into the finals on a six-game winning run and their confidence will be soaring after beating Brazil and England.
But the Dutch are one of the best teams in the world on their day and will also fancy their chances of getting off to a flier in Dallas.
Netherlands vs Japan top betting tips
The Dutch surprisingly lost 1-0 at home to Algeria in one of their warm-up games but Bet365 still make them 19/20 favourites for this one.
Japan look a bit overpriced at 29/10 given their impressive form but they have lost star man Kaoru Mitoma and skipper Wataru Endo to injury.
This one could go either way so it's probably best betting on a tight game, with the half-time draw paying a decent 6/5 at Bet365.
The Netherlands should have the height advantage at set-pieces and backing skipper Virgil van Dijk for a header on target might be a good move at 12/5.
Germany vs Curacao
Tonight's 2026 World Cup action gets underway with a David v Goliath clash in Group E as Germany take on Curacao.
The minnows are gracing the finals for the first time and the bookies don't give them much of a prayer, with the Germans 1/25 to come out on top.
Curacao are 28/1 rank outsiders and it's hard to hold out much hope for them after 5-1 and 4-1 defeats to Australia and Scotland respectively in warm-up games.
Dick Advocaat's side will probably set up to frustrate and Germany might need to show some patience. Backing most goals to come after the break stands a chance and it pays 10/11 at Bet365.
Jamal Musiala's trickery and eye for a pass could be key and the Bayern Munich playmaker is 13/8 with the same firm for an assist.
If you fancy a flutter on him, make sure you check out our guide to the top 2026 World Cup betting apps.
Ivory Coast vs Ecuador
The other game in Group E tonight should be a much tighter affair as Ivory Coast lock horns with Ecuador.
Only world champions Argentina had a better record than Ecuador in South American World Cup qualifying and they should reach the knockout stages for just the second time.
But tonight's opener is a tough one as Ivory Coast also have a well-drilled side with a sprinkling of flair.
The Ivorians claimed a shock 2-1 friendly win over France in their last outing and have lost just one of their last nine matches.
But Ecuador's form is even more impressive, going 19 unbeaten, and Bet365 make them 11/8 favourites, with the African side at 13/5.
The half-time draw appeals here once more but the odds aren't great at just 10/11.
The midfield battle should be intense and backing Ibrahim Sangare and Moises Caicedo to each commit two or more fouls pays 9/4 in a bet builder.
Super singles
- Half-time draw in Netherlands v Japan 6/5 Bet365
- Jamal Musiala assist 13/8 Bet365
Bet builder
- Ibrahim Sangare and Moises Caicedo two or more fouls each 9/4 Bet365
Upcoming match previews and betting tips
- Sun 18:00 Germany vs Curacao
- Sun 21:00 Netherlands vs Japan
- Mon 00:00 Ivory Coast vs Ecuador
- Mon 03:00 Sweden vs Tunisia
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