Free Soccer Picks (Today's Tips, Odds, Predictions)

Australia vs Spain Group B Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 6/21/2014

This fixture is all about motivation, and conventional wisdom suggests Spain won’t have any. How do they get themselves up for this match? Australia will gladly take a win back home with them as a Brazil souvenir. Australia can attack also knowing there isn’t anything to lose in this match and everyone expects them to lose to a more talented side. Expect a free flowing match with goals.

Croatia vs Mexico Group A Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 6/21/2014

A draw is enough to see Mexico through, but they must realize that Croatia will be throwing everything at them in attack to thwart any chance of not being one of the two to play in the elimination round. The midfield play of each decides this match. If Luka Modric can continue to orchestrate his Croatian teammates, I think that is the difference maker in this match.

World Cup Betting Trends
by Trevor Whenham - 6/20/2014

With the win by Colombia over Ivory Coast, we have now seen 21 World Cup games, so we are officially a third of the way through the action (there are technically 64 games, but the third-place game is stupid and pointless and I don’t count it). This is a good time, then, to look at what has happened so far and to examine how it compares to what happened in 2010 and 2006. Are there trends that stand out? Or is this just a typical World Cup? Let’s take a look:

United States vs Portugal Group G Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 6/20/2014

You’d have to think the US will be doing more defending, similar to their match against Ghana. Portugal will be looking for redemption following their 4-0 loss to Germany, and thus an attacking mindset will likely be had from the first kick.

South Korea vs Algeria Group H Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 6/20/2014

I think we will see a low scoring match with both teams being cautious here. Neither team wants to lose so I wouldn’t be surprised to see both sit back and avoid risks in their own defensive half. With lots on the line, we’ll see who is willing to risk pushing.

Belgium vs Russia Group H Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 6/20/2014

Belgium will attack. Russia will defend. Look for Fabio Capello’s men to sit back to begin and focus their game plan on keeping Belgium off the board for the first half hour. The counter attack will be key for the Russians here.

2014 World Cup Handicapping: Surprises and Disappointments
by Trevor Whenham - 6/19/2014

We are, as I write this, 20 games into the World Cup. We certainly can’t complain that it hasn’t been entertaining. There have been great games, amazing performances, and more than a couple of truly shocking results. There has also been some money to be made for bettors — and that is never a bad thing. As we sit almost a third of the way through games it’s a good time to look at the biggest betting surprises and disappointments so far and what they could mean going forward:

Nigeria vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 6/19/2014

Bosnia’s attack will be more prevalent in this match without the ball domination Argentina had against them in the opener. This Nigerian team is a worthy opponents defensively, but I see Bosnia dictating the terms of this match.

Germany vs Ghana Group G Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 6/19/2014

Germany is a brilliant counter attacking team, and we will see them do that at their best against Ghana, with plenty of chances after Ghana is forward in attack. It'll be interesting to see how Ghana reacts after the loss to the US.

Argentina vs Iran Group F Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 6/19/2014

Argentina is going to attack relentlessly here, as they know Iran can’t counter them pushing forward. It’s going to be one-way traffic toward the Iran goal for most of the match. So expect this to be a tough game for Iran.

Honduras vs Ecuador Group E Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 6/18/2014

Ecuador will likely be in attack mode, as they must, in order to get three points they need. Honduras is likely to again play the role of whipping boys, likely again outclassed by the talent on the other side of the pitch.

Switzerland vs France Group E Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 6/18/2014

France and Switzerland are going to go for the jugular to win the group in this match and I think that plays into the hands of a more talented France outfit. Karim Benzema netted twice in the first match and his confidence will continue to soar atop France’s formation.

Italy vs Costa Rica Group D Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 6/18/2014

Italy, who are now group favorites, are -171 while the Costa Rica national team are +600 in a match between the two winners from the first wave of matches in this year's World Cup. The draw is set at +320 and the total is listed at 2.5 goals.

Japan vs Greece Group C Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 6/17/2014

Japan showed potential in defeat, while Greece was very uninspiring in their loss. The middle of the field is where Japan will look to inflict harm in this match. Greece has a size advantage, but they don’t bring a whole lot to the table to sell me on a potential win.

Uruguay vs England Group D Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 6/17/2014

Neither team is going to hold back any punches, as both countries are desperate for three points after each losing their respective World Cup openers. England needs to shape up their defensive line as does Uruguay. I think we see some goals in this one.

Columbia vs Ivory Coast Group C Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 6/17/2014

While conventional wisdom suggests two teams coming off wins would settle for a draw and take a safe point, I think both want to put one foot through the door as the group winner with a second straight victory. Expect both to attack with that in mind, and I see an entertaining match playing out between these two.

Cameroon vs Croatia Group A Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 6/16/2014

Croatia are comfortable favorites at -125 while Cameroon are priced as +500 underdogs in this Group A encounter on Wednesday. The draw can be had for +270 while the total is 2 goals, -145 for the ‘over’ and +125 for the ‘under.’

Australia vs Netherlands Group B Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Tony Sink - 6/16/2014

The Netherlands are listed as huge favorites after their win over Spain, priced at -366 here. Australia enters their second group stage match as +1400 underdogs. The draw is +550. The total is set at 2.5 goals, -120 for the ‘over’ and EVEN for the ‘under.’

Spain vs Chile Group B Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Josh Schonwald - 6/16/2014

Spain are favored at -133 to bounce back from their opening defeat. Chile are +400 against a team they played in the group stages in the 2010 World Cup. The draw is priced at +333 while the total is listed at 2.5 goals, -120 for the ‘over’ and EVEN for the ‘under.’

Russia vs South Korea Group H Free World Cup Picks & Odds
by Guy Bruhn - 6/15/2014

Russia is seen as the second best team in the group after favorites Belgium. I am not sure, however, if they are willing to accept a point from this first match, or run with it and go for all three. South Korea would gladly take a draw. I think Russia’s defending is the key to their ability to break on the counter.