Portugal v Croatia | R32 World Cup Prediction

William Hill News tipster @Footy_Tipster previews Friday’s 2026 World Cup game between Portugal and Croatia.

Our Prediction: Both Teams To Score (19/20), Portugal 2-1 Croatia (13/2)

The Toronto Stadium is primed for a heavyweight clash as Portugal and Croatia go head‑to‑head in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, with two tournament regulars battling for a place in the last 16.

Now, let’s take a closer look at some World Cup odds and betting angles for Friday’s fixture:

Portugal v Croatia – Friday, 12am

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• Portugal ended their group stage unbeaten, though that doesn’t tell the full story. Roberto Martínez’s side won just one of their three matches (D2), ultimately finishing second behind Colombia in Group K.
• Even so, Portugal should feel confident heading into the knockout rounds. They’ve lost just two of their last twenty‑three matches and have never been beaten by Croatia in a competitive game (W5, D1) — a reassuring record at this stage of the tournament.
• The sides last met in November 2024, drawing 1-1 in a Nations League clash where Croatia were pre‑match favourites. This time, Portugal enter as the stronger outfit, priced at 3/4 with William Hill to win inside ninety minutes.

• Croatia booked their place in the round of 32 with a hard‑earned win over Ghana on matchday three, continuing their reputation as one of the World Cup’s most consistent performers across recent tournaments.
• Zlatko Dalić’s side have now won eleven of their last sixteen matches in all competitions, though there remains a slight concern that each of their four defeats in that run have come against nations ranked above them.
• While this clash has all the makings of a tight affair, goals should still be on the cards. Seven of Croatia’s last nine games have seen both teams score, and each of the last six meetings between these nations has also produced BTTS. Punters can back Croatia at 2/1 with William Hill to qualify for the last 16.

Bet Builder Hub:

• Result – Portugal – This is tough to call with a close game expected but i’m backing Portugal to edge it.
• Both Teams To Score – Yes – Seven of Croatia’s last nine games have seen both teams score.
• Player Fouls – Marin Pongracic – Pongracic has committed at least two fouls in five of his last seven internationals.

Agree with our tips? Combine them in a Bet Builder at 9/2 with William Hill.

*All odds subject to change – prices accurate at the time of writing*

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