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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Hello macca did you get paid out for own goal in the Qatar game after revue 365 9/1
that 2 in mate. 12/1 9/1
also done 2 own goal on the games later only singles
Thanks for recommending
Get the dough withdrawn and into your bank David as you know yourself 365 are famous for paying out and then taking it away 👍
Just logged in to my account and yes they have Paid out on the own goal so that’s two so far.
Australia v Turkey
4+ corners in each half@5/4
Enjoyed the Brazil game but not the final result unfortunately 😕, stick to the tried and tested formula as above🤣,until it fails😭
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Morning. 😁 Well done Scotland 👍👍👍 Gonna try this today……….
Germany & over 3.5 goals
Netherlands & btts
Coral 5/1. Good luck today wi bets 🖖
Netherlands v Japan
Japan to win at 27/10
Best of luck
I was thinking they might win but i think Netherlands will edge it 2-1
Netherlands v Japan
Daizen Maeda to be carded 7/1 Bet365 is to tempting for me .
I think this game could get a bit tasty a red card at 13/2 is also worth a punt imo Ladbrokes
Here one for a couple o bucks…………
Germany win 4-0
Holland win 2-1
Coral 47.75/1 why not?
Because it wont win lol,just kidding as you said why not😂🫶
Best of luck me ol mucker im on match corners and hoping like you its a attacking and open game🙏🙈
Netherlands v Japan
Over 9.5 match corners EVENS Nap
Over 10.5 match corners 7/4
All@skybet,yep thats right skybet😂😂😂
I came across a crazy stat, Holland have not lost at the World Cup within 90 minutes since 2006. They have gone out either in extra time or PK. I don’t think they qualified for one of those possibly 2018. I will pass on the Win market simply because this will be tight although i expect a couple of goals at least. Holland should get a few corners so my bet has to represent a bit of value.
Sweden over 1.5 TG 11/10 Bet365
VVD shot on target 27/10 Ladbrokes
Double 6.58 @Ladbrokes
Just seen the write up above 😂
Holland v Japan
Holland to lead at anytime – evens WH
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Germany v Curacao
Havertz anytime – evens 365
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Germany v Curacao
Wirst SOT
Wirst, Sane, Floranus & Fonville 2+ foul involvements
Holland v Japan
VVD shot
Gakpo 2+ foul involvements
10/1+ Betfair using 100% price boost
Germany v Curacao
Germany red card 18/1
Red card in the match 13/2
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Ivory coast vs Ecuador under 2.5mgls
Holland vs Japan over 8.5 corners
1.1/1 @paddy
Maeda over 1.5 fouls and over 1.5 shots on target, Van Dijk over 0.5 shots on target and over 6.5 match corners 40/1. BetMGM
Own goal with another firm only 8/1 unfortunately but will take it if it wins 😂
*stake back at MGM if your bet builder loses so it’s a free hit
What other firm as ive been looking and william hill used to do them but dont anymore! I’m cant get on bet365, tia!
Bet MGM do them but the odds are usually 5/1 with them which isn’t great. I found another firm called Lottoland Sportsbook who do them at odds of 8 sometimes 9 to 1