2026 World Cup picks, odds, predictions: Best bets for France-Iraq, Norway-Senegal on Monday
A number of soccer stars will be playing on Monday, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, providing plenty of World Cup betting opportunities on online sports betting sites like FanDuel. Messi scored in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria in their group stage opener, while Mbappe and Haaland both scored in their respective group stage wins. Messi will now lead Argentina against Austria at 1 pm ET on Monday, and the Argentines are 230 money line favorites, according to the latest Argentina vs. Austria. SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green backed Argentina to record another win on Monday, noting that Austria “may struggle to cope with Argentina’s firepower.”
Monday’s slate continues with France vs. Iraq at 5 pm ET and Norway vs. Tune in at 8 pm ET. SportsLine soccer expert Jon Eimer is backing over 3.5 goals for France vs. Iraq, while Green backs Haaland to beat Senegal with +115 goals. Before closing your 2026 World Cup picks and other World Cup bets on betting sites like FanDuel, be sure to check out the top picks from the team of experts at SportsLine.
After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sportswriter and handicapper and covered the game around the world. Last year, Green was profitable in many places in his football betting selection, including the Champions League (+211.25) and the Bundesliga (+100). He redshirted again in 2026, posting an 18-8 record over his last 26 UCL selections, returning nearly $1,000 in earnings. Anyone who wants to follow his World Cup betting advice in sportsbooks and betting apps can see huge profits.
The best World Cup headlines on Monday
- Argentina vs. Austria: Argentina to win (-230)
- France vs. Iraq: Over 3.5 goals (-106)
- Norway vs. Senegal: Erling Haaland will score (+115)
Argentina vs. Austria: Argentina (-230)
“Argentina should be full of confidence after their 3-0 win against Algeria in their World Cup opener,” Green told SportsLine. “The reigning world champions dominated that game, with Lionel Messi’s hat-trick the highlight of the tournament so far. La Albiceleste should extend their winning streak when they face Austria. The Austrians beat Jordan 3-1 on Matchday 1, but they may struggle to deal with Argentina’s adversaries. Even if Messi can’t shoot Júlindersrot, Jrúlindersrot can call Jrûlindersrot, Marúlindersuta U Álvarez, so they should win this match.
France vs. Iraq: Over 3.5 goals (-106)
“France dismantled Senegal in the last 30 minutes of their first game when France scored three goals after the 65th minute,” said Eimer. “Kylian Mbappe found his way to score, and Bradley Barcola grabbed a goal from the bench. Michael Olise was at his best in his play off and on the ball, and everywhere France looked like they lived up to their name as tournament favourites. Senegal have a better defense than Iraq, which means they could be in for a tough time. France will want to win this game but they will not only want to win the goal but they will want to score. the difference, knowing that Norway too it beats freely.”
Norway vs. Senegal: Erling Haaland will score (+115)
“Haaland is a huge star, with many Premier League titles and Golden Boots under his belt, and he always gives for his country,” said Green. “He has now scored a filthy 57 goals in 51 games for Norway.”
