The 2nd leg of group play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway. June 20 is the tenth match day of the tournament and the third day of second-round group play.
The first game on Saturday will feature the Netherlands facing off against Sweden. The next two games will be Germany vs. Ivory Coast and Ecuador vs. Curacao. The final contest on Saturday will be a late-night affair pitting Tunisia against Japan in a Group F clash in Guadalupe, Mexico.
Can Germany win the game outright, cover the 1.5-goal spread, and earn 3 points in their second group game against Ivory Coast on Saturday? Will Ecuador get a much-needed victory against Curacao in Kansas City, MO, USA? Can Japan win by 1 goal or more and get a critical group play win over Tunisia on Saturday?
I'll make picks for the final 3 contests of the day below. Continue reading for our World Cup Predictions June 20 article.
World Cup Predictions Game 1
GERMANY VS IVORY COAST DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH | |
|---|---|
| Where | BMO FIELD, TORONTO, CANADA |
| When | SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2026, 4 PM ET |
| Competition | 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP / GROUP E SECOND ROUND |
| TV | FOX, FOX ONE, TELEMUNDO |
GERMANY VS IVORY COAST ODDS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
| GERMANY | -1.5 (+140) | -190 | O 2.5 (-170) |
| IVORY COAST | +1.5 (-175) | +475 | U 2.5 (+140) |
| DRAW | – | +370 | – |
Odds accurate as of Saturday, June 20, 2026, via TheSpread.com.
Germany vs. Ivory Coast World Cup Predictions June 20 Game Result Pick
Riding a formidable 10-game winning streak, Germany is primed to win outright and cover the 1.5-goal spread as favorites against Ivory Coast on Saturday.
The German side opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a ruthless 7-1 dismantling of Curacao, generating 26 shots and an overwhelming 63 penalty box touches. Conversely, Ivory Coast barely scraped past Ecuador 1-0 in a chaotic, inefficient match.
Motivated to clinch an early Round of 32 spot and backed by their historic tournament pedigree, Germany’s attacking machine—led by an in-form Kai Havertz—boasts too much firepower. Expect their relentless offensive attack to overwhelm the Ivorians by multiple goals.
Pick: Germany -1.5 (+140)
World Cup Predictions Game 2
ECUADOR VS CURACAO DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH | |
|---|---|
| Where | GEHA FIELD AT ARROWHEAD STADIUM, KANSAS CITY, MO, USA |
| When | SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2026, 8 PM ET |
| Competition | 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP / GROUP E SECOND ROUND |
| TV | FS1, FOX ONE, TELEMUNDO |
ECUADOR VS CURACAO ODDS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
| ECUADOR | -2.5 (+100) | -1000 | O 3.5 (+130) |
| CURACAO | +2.5 (-130) | +2500 | U 3.5 (-160) |
| DRAW | – | +950 | – |
Ecuador vs. Curacao World Cup Predictions June 20 Game Result Pick
Desperate to bounce back from a tough 1-0 defeat to Ivory Coast, Ecuador is well-positioned to cover the 2.5-goal spread as favorites against a reeling Curaçao side this Saturday night in Kansas City.
While La Tri showed strong defensive form and dominated possession in their opener, they lacked the finishing touch. However, Curaçao arrives devastated after a crushing 7-1 debut loss to Germany.
Ecuador’s superior CONMEBOL pedigree, driven by a motivated Enner Valencia seeking redemption, provides an overwhelming class advantage. Expect Ecuador to easily exploit the Black Panthers' fragile defense, finding the net early and often to secure a commanding victory by 3+ goals.
Pick: Ecuador -2.5 (+100)
World Cup Predictions Game 3
TUNISIA VS JAPAN DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH | |
|---|---|
| Where | ESTADIO BBVA, GUADALUPE, MEXICO |
| When | SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026, 12 AM ET |
| Competition | 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP / GROUP F SECOND ROUND |
| TV | FS1, FOX ONE, TELEMUNDO |
TUNISIA VS JAPAN ODDS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
| TUNISIA | +0.5 (+155) | +550 | O 2.5 (+110) |
| JAPAN | -0.5 (-195) | -185 | U 2.5 (-140) |
| DRAW | – | +310 | – |
Tunisia vs. Japan World Cup Predictions June 20 Game Result Pick
Motivated to secure 3 points after an eventful 2-2 draw against the Netherlands, Japan appears well-equipped to cover the 0.5-goal spread as favorites against Tunisia on Saturday night.
The Samurai Blue hold a massive form advantage; they erased a 2-0 deficit against a top-tier Dutch side, while Tunisia’s defense statistically collapsed in a dismal 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their first group play match.
With manager Hajime Moriyasu demanding urgency, and backed by their proven World Cup pedigree, Japan has a decisive edge. Expect Daichi Kamada and an organized midfield to analytically dissect Tunisia's porous backline, easily securing the outright win.
Pick: Japan -0.5 (-195)
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Today's World Cup Predictions
- Germany -1.5 (+140
- Ecuador -2.5 (+100)
- Japan -0.5 (-195)