World Cup Predictions June 22: Can France beat Iraq by 3+ goals?

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The 2nd round of the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is in full swing. June 22 is the twelfth match day of the tournament and the fifth day of second-round group play.

The first game on Monday will feature Argentina facing off against Austria. The next two games will be France vs. Iraq and Norway vs. Senegal. The final contest on Monday will be a late-night affair pitting Jordan against Algeria in a Group J clash in Santa Clara, CA, USA.

Can France win the game outright, cover the 2.5-goal spread, and earn 3 points in their second group game against Iraq on Monday? Will Norway get a much-needed victory against Senegal in East Rutherford, NJ, USA? Can Algeria win by 1 goal or more and get a critical group play win over Jordan on Monday?

I'll make picks for the final 3 contests of the day below. Continue reading for our World Cup Predictions June 22 article.

World Cup Predictions Game 1

FRANCE VS IRAQ DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH

WhereLINCOLN FINANCIAL FIELD, PHILADELPHIA, PA, USA
WhenMONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026, 5 PM ET
Competition2026 FIFA WORLD CUP / GROUP I SECOND ROUND
TVFOX, FOX ONE, TELEMUNDO

FRANCE VS IRAQ ODDS

SpreadMoneylineTotal
FRANCE-2.5 (-135)-1200O 3.5 (-115)
IRAQ+2.5 (+105)+3000U 3.5 (-110)
DRAW+1100

Odds accurate as of Monday, June 22, 2026, via TheSpread.com.

France vs. Iraq World Cup Predictions June 22 Game Result Pick

France is primed to dismantle Iraq and easily cover the 2.5-goal spread as favorites on Monday.

Motivated to overtake Norway on goal differential atop Group I, Les Bleus will exploit an Iraqi defense that just allowed 4 goals in their opening match. Tactically, France’s blistering pace is a nightmare matchup for Iraq's frail backline.

Kylian Mbappé, fresh off a brace against Senegal that made him France’s all-time top male scorer, forms a lethal attacking trio with Michael Olise and Bradley Barcola.

With France scoring multiple goals in 13 of their last 14 matches, expect a relentless, high-scoring masterclass.

Pick: France -2.5 (-135)

World Cup Predictions Game 2

NORWAY VS SENEGAL DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH

WhereMETLIFE STADIUM, EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ, USA
WhenMONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026, 8 PM ET
Competition2026 FIFA WORLD CUP / GROUP I SECOND ROUND
TVFOX, FOX ONE, TELEMUNDO

NORWAY VS SENEGAL ODDS

SpreadMoneylineTotal
NORWAY-0.5 (+115)+125O 2.5 (-115)
SENEGAL+0.5 (-150)+220U 2.5 (-110)
DRAW+255

Norway vs. Senegal World Cup Predictions June 22 Game Result Pick

Norway is perfectly positioned to secure an outright victory and comfortably cover the 0.5-goal spread as favorites against Senegal on Monday.

Propelled by their dominant 4-1 opening win over Iraq, the Norwegians carry immense momentum into this critical Group I clash. Senegal arrives reeling after being dismantled 3-1 by France, and their vulnerable defense will find no relief against Erling Haaland.

The unstoppable striker, boasting 57 goals in 51 appearances and scoring in 11 consecutive national matches, will mercilessly exploit Senegal's backline. With Norway eyeing a top-of-the-group showdown with France, expect a decisive, clinical victory.

Pick: Norway -0.5 (+115)

World Cup Predictions Game 3

JORDAN VS ALGERIA DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH

WhereLEVI'S STADIUM, SANTA CLARA, CA, USA
WhenMONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026, 11 PM ET
Competition2026 FIFA WORLD CUP / GROUP J SECOND ROUND
TVFS1, FOX ONE, TELEMUNDO

JORDAN VS ALGERIA ODDS

SpreadMoneylineTotal
JORDAN+0.5 (+150)+500O 2.5 (-115)
ALGERIA-0.5 (-190)-180U 2.5 (-110)
DRAW+330

Jordan vs. Algeria World Cup Predictions June 22 Game Result Pick

Algeria is well-positioned to cover the 0.5-goal spread and secure an outright win against Jordan on Monday night in Santa Clara.

Desperate to bounce back after a tough opening loss to Argentina, Vladimir Petkovic’s squad boasts vastly superior European-based talent and boasts a World Cup pedigree.

Jordan's frail defense, which has conceded at least 2 goals in each of their last 6 matches and just conceded 3 to Austria, is a prime target for Algeria’s dynamic attack.

With Jordan reeling on a 6-match winless streak, expect Algeria to exploit some wide defensive gaps and claim a vital, tournament-saving Group J victory.

Pick: Algeria -0.5 (-190)

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Today's World Cup Predictions

  1. France -2.5 (-135)
  2. Norway -0.5 (+115)
  3. Algeria -0.5 (-190)
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