2010 FIFA World Cup Picks & Predictions for Thursday, June 17, 2010

Thursday's W. Cup Odds

Along with key trends for each game, our team of writers and handicappers hand out their picks and predictions Thursday, June 17, 2010 in the FIFA World Cup.

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Argentina vs. South Korea, 7:30AM ET

South Korea had a surprising 2-0 win over Greece to open the World Cup while Argentina defeated Nigeria 1-0. In this contest, look for Argentina to get the win and lock up a spot in the Round of 16. Argentina is just a fundamentally better team and while South Korea had an impressive showing, another upset will be too much for it to handle.

World Cup Free Pick: Argentina | Best Line: -275 SPORTSBETTING.com

Greece vs. Nigeria, 10AM ET

On the other side of the fence, the two losers from Group B meet. Greece will be desperate to come out and put on a better performance, while Nigeria believes it can contend for the second spot in the Group. This is a must win for both teams, but Nigeria has more to lose, so we like them to get the win.

World Cup Free Pick: Nigeria | Best Line: -110 SPORTSBETTING.com

France vs. Mexico, 2:30PM ET

Both teams had draws in their opener and with Uruguay getting a win over South Africa, a win in crucial for both teams to keep pace in hopes of reaching the next round. France has not played well leading in to the World Cup and a tie to Uruguay didn’t help that much. Mexico at least scored a goal while playing the host country on their home turf. Look for Mexico to pull off an upset against an unmotivated France team.

World Cup Free Pick: Mexico | Best Line: +225 SPORTSBETTING.com

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Posted: 6/17/10 7:00AM ET