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Group Stage Conclusion and Club World Cup Forecasts (6/26): Wrap-up of the Group Stage

Today marks the progression of the FIFA Club World Cup's contenders to the Round of 16. Our seasoned analysts offer their top predictions and wagers for today's engagements.

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Group Stage Concludes in FIFA Club World Cup: Picks and Forecasts (26/6)
Group Stage Concludes in FIFA Club World Cup: Picks and Forecasts (26/6)

Group Stage Conclusion and Club World Cup Forecasts (6/26): Wrap-up of the Group Stage

Fixture Time: The round of sixteen in the FIFA Club World Cup kicks off today, with the last groups’ matches wrapping up. Here's your lowdown on the upcoming games and our best picks to crush the bookies!

So far, these teams have squeezed themselves into the Round of 16, with the following matchups:

  • Palmeiras vs. Botafogo
  • Paris Saint-Germain vs. Inter Miami
  • Benfica vs. Chelsea
  • Flamengo vs. Bayern Munich
  • Inter Milan vs. Fluminense
  • Borussia Dortmund vs. Monterrey

On Thursday, groups G and H complete their Group Stages. The top finishers from each group will face runners-up from the opposite group in the next round.

FIFA Club World Cup: Thursday's Predictions – June 26

Rodri has rejointed the pitch for Manchester City after his injury recovery.

Group G Analysis

Juventus and Manchester City are grappling for Group G supremacy, with both locked at six points apiece. They're even on goal differential too, at +8. If these titans draw, what determines the winner? Goals scored! Currently, Juventus lead in this department. So, in case they secure a draw, they maintain their top spot.

Al Ain and Wydad AC play for pride since they’ve both been eliminated.

Group H Analysis

Real Madrid and RB Salzburg are knotted at four points each, but Madrid enjoys a better goal differential. A draw between these two is likely, propelling them further. However, a loss could lead to elimination. Al Hilal has two points and takes on Pachuca. If Hilal snatches victory today, and Madrid and Salzburg draw, all three teams would be tied at five points. Goal differential would then decide who moves on. Should the top two teams draw, Real Madrid would still reign. Therefore, a significant win from Hilal can propel them into the bracket.

Juventus vs. Manchester City: Club World Cup Best Bets

Vlahovic bagged one goal for Juventus, coming on as a sub in both FIFA Club World Cup matches.

Bet: Juventus/Draw Double Chance (+110) – BetOnline

Juventus only need a draw to bag this group victory since they top the English side on goal differential. Expecting a defensive show from the Italians, I envision them hunkering down and bracing against City's attack. These two are the tournament's clear favorites in their group, so neither has been tested seriously. Manchester City kept twin clean sheets, while Juventus scored 5 and 1 in their encounters.

Today, I see Juventus playing defense-first, making City hungry for the goal. The full-time draw at (+268) is also tempting, but a chance for Juventus to counter-attack earns them a spot on the double chance line.

Prediction: 1-1 Draw (+650)

RB Salzburg vs. Real Madrid: Club World Cup Best Bets

Trent Alexander-Arnold has made two appearances as a Real Madrid player.

Bet: Under 3.5 (--104) – BetOnline

We're backing an underscore tonight! Real Madrid are -340 to win this match, and I anticipate they’ll emerge victorious. However, RB Salzburg will sure as heck fight them tooth and nail. Given that Al Hilal might clinch victory against Pachuca, Salzburg would merely require a draw to stand a chance at advancing. This makes me predict Salzburg to adopt a cautious approach, avoiding shooting hoops with Real Madrid.

The Spanish heavyweights will pull out all the stops to win, but I believe the Austrian side's defense is sturdy enough to keep this game within limits. If Salzburg can hold Real Madrid to just two goals, we shouldn't sweat the under line.

Prediction: Real Madrid Wins 2-0 (+750)

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[1] Source: FIFA Club World Cup[2] Source: UEFA Rules of Procedure[3] Source: FIFA Club World Cup: Matches – Stadiums – News – Records – Stats – Gallery[4] Source: FIFA Rules - The Laws of the Game[5] Source: IFAB Laws of the Game 2019-2020

In the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup, football fans are eagerly waiting for the matches on Thursday. Group G is ready to ignite with a face-off between Juventus and Manchester City, both teams being evenly matched with six points each. Meanwhile, Group H presents a contest between RB Salzburg and Real Madrid, where the Spanish side enjoys a better goal differential. Both games promise to be exciting, with potential implications for the tournament's progression.

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