The Round of 16 knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is under way. Spain beat Portugal 1-0 on Monday to advance to the quarterfinals and Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in regulation. Ten teams are still alive at the time of this writing. July 7 is the twenty-seventh match day of the tournament and the fourth and final day of Round of 16 knockout stage play.
There are 2 Round of 16 knockout stage games on Tuesday. Argentina faces off against Egypt in the opener. Switzerland plays Colombia in Vancouver in the second and final game of the day.
Can Argentina win outright, cover the 1.5-goal spread, and advance to the quarterfinals against Egypt? Will Colombia score in regulation and cover the 0.5-goal spread as favorites against Switzerland?
Note: If a game is tied at the end of 90 minutes and stoppage time, it is technically ruled a “draw” for betting purposes. Additionally, spreads and totals only apply to the 90 minutes of regulation time and stoppage time unless specified.
I’ll make game result picks for both of the day’s contests, in addition to a bonus pick, below. Continue reading for our World Cup Best Bets July 7 article.
Argentina vs. Egypt — Time & How to Watch
| Where | MERCEDES-BENZ STADIUM, ATLANTA, GA, USA |
| When | TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026, 12 PM ET |
| Competition | 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP / KNOCKOUT STAGE / ROUND OF 16 |
| TV | FOX, FOX ONE, TELEMUNDO, FUBO |
Argentina vs. Egypt Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARGENTINA | -1.5 (+105) | -295 | O 2.5 (-110) |
| EGYPT | +1.5 (-130) | +900 | U 2.5 (-115) |
| DRAW | – | +390 | – |
Odds accurate as of Tuesday, July 7, 2026, via TheSpread.com.
Argentina vs Egypt Prediction July 7 Game Result Pick
Argentina is primed to cover the -1.5 goal spread against Egypt, fueled by their defending-champion pedigree and Lionel Messi’s superb World Cup form (7 tournament goals).
Following a narrow extra-time scare against Cape Verde, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni will use that motivational wake-up call to demand a return to their dominant group-stage form, where they comfortably won all 3 matches by multiple goals.
Tactically, Argentina’s relentless possession will overwhelm an Egyptian side physically drained from a grueling 120-minute penalty shootout win over Australia.
Historically undefeated against the Pharaohs, La Albiceleste’s star power strongly indicates a decisive multi-goal victory on Tuesday afternoon.
Pick: Argentina -1.5 (+105)
Switzerland vs. Colombia — Time & How to Watch
| Where | BC PLACE, VANCOUVER, CANADA |
| When | TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026, 4 PM ET |
| Competition | 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP / KNOCKOUT STAGE / ROUND OF 16 |
| TV | FOX, FOX ONE, TELEMUNDO, FUBO |
Switzerland vs. Colombia Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWITZERLAND | +0.5 (-155) | +245 | O 2.5 (+125) |
| COLOMBIA | -0.5 (+120) | +125 | U 2.5 (-155) |
| DRAW | – | +210 | – |
Switzerland vs Colombia Prediction July 7 Game Result Pick
Colombia is perfectly positioned to cover the -0.5 goal spread against Switzerland, driven by their relentless momentum and air-tight defense.
Under manager Néstor Lorenzo, Los Cafeteros have been structurally brilliant, registering 3 consecutive clean sheets in this tournament.
While Switzerland is organized, they simply cannot match Colombia’s explosive star power. Even with striker Jhon Córdoba sidelined, the elite playmaking of James Rodríguez and the terrifying pace of Luis Díaz out wide will systematically dismantle the Swiss defense.
Combining unbreakable defensive steel with top-tier attacking flair, Colombia is poised to punch their quarterfinal ticket with a regulation victory over Switzerland on Tuesday.
Pick: Colombia -0.5 (+120)
World Cup Predictions July 7 Bonus Pick
I like the over in Tuesday’s Argentina vs. Egypt game. Most sportsbooks set the total at 2.5 goals and offer the over at -110 odds. Lionel Messi, one of the best players in the world, anchors Argentina’s attack and ties for the tournament lead with 7 goals.
What’s more, Egypt forward Mohamed Salah is more than capable of finding the back of the net for his squad. Argentina’s last game was a 3-2 victory against Cape Verde in added extra time. I’ve already given out Argentina -1.5 for this game, so I believe that La Albiceleste will score multiple goals. A 3-1 or 3-0 Argentina win would both cover the spread and hit the over, and that’s what I’m betting on to happen on Tuesday afternoon.
Bonus Pick: Argentina vs. Egypt Over 2.5 (-110)
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Today’s World Cup Predictions
- Argentina -1.5 (+105)
- Bonus Pick: Argentina vs. Egypt Over 2.5 (-110)
- Colombia -0.5 (+120)