World Cup predictions: Portugal vs DR Congo, England vs Croatia and more

Author: Elizabeth MelimopoulosPublished on: June 17, 2026Country: Portugal

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World Cup predictions: Portugal vs DR Congo, England vs Croatia and more

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal take on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the World Cup opener. England face Croatia in one of the most anticipated matches. Ghana play Panama, and World Cup newcomers Uzbekistan face Colombia. Opta's simulations give Portugal a 54.6% chance of victory.

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