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  1. 12h ago

    BEST BETS WORLD CUP Thursday: USA-Turkiye, Germany-Ecuador, Japan-Sweden, Australia-Paraguay

    World Cup 2026 continues on Thursday, June 25 with six decisive group-stage matches. These fixtures blend European power and tactical sophistication with CONCACAF passion, Asian organization, African athleticism, and South American resilience — creating rich betting angles from heavy favorites and rotation risks to must-win scenarios and potential surprises. Türkiye vs USA – SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, Calif., 10 p.m. ET The co-hosts USA, already through as Group D winners with strong wins over Paraguay and Australia, face an eliminated Türkiye side desperate for pride. Expect the USMNT (led by Christian Pulisic and co.) to control with home energy and depth, while Türkiye relies on flair from Arda Güler and Kenan Yıldız in transitions. Value on USA win (even with possible rotations), clean sheet props, or unders if both sides rest key players in this near-dead rubber. Paraguay vs Australia – Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, Calif., 10 p.m. ET Paraguay and Australia battle for positioning or pride in Group D, with both having mixed results so far. Paraguay’s physicality and set-piece threat meet Australia’s direct style and work rate. Look for a tight, tactical affair with opportunities in BTTS, cards, or Asian handicaps depending on rotation levels and qualification math. Curaçao vs Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) – Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, 4 p.m. ET Curaçao’s historic resilience and organized defense face Ivory Coast’s athleticism, counter speed, and Premier League talent (think Amad Diallo). The Ivorians should dominate possession and create quality chances after earlier results, while Curaçao hunts for set pieces and moments of magic. Strong plays on Ivory Coast win, overs if open, or player props on Ivorian attackers. Ecuador vs Germany – MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, N.J., 4 p.m. ET Germany, likely already topping Group E after dominant early wins (including a thrashing of Curaçao), may rotate against Ecuador’s technical quality and high pressing led by Moisés Caicedo. Ecuador needs points for a best-third chance, so expect intensity. Value on Germany win-to-nil or controlled overs, German corners, and anytime goalscorer props on their depth attackers. Japan vs Sweden – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas, 7 p.m. ET Japan’s disciplined pressing and quick transitions clash with Sweden’s physical presence, set-piece danger, and star power (Isak, Gyökeres). Both sides bring organization and work rate in what could be an end-to-end Group F battle. Betting angles in BTTS, overs, cards, or props on pacey wingers and clinical finishers. Tunisia vs Netherlands – Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Mo., 7 p.m. ET Tunisia’s fighting spirit and counter threats meet the Netherlands’ total football, attacking depth, and experience. The Dutch should control with possession and flair, while Tunisia sits deep and looks for breaks. Ideal for Netherlands win, team goals overs, or player props on Oranje creators. espn.com The edge this round lies in nuanced markets (Asian lines, player props, corners, cards, or rotation-aware handicaps) where public money may chase big names rather than true group dynamics and fatigue. Good luck and let’s cash some tickets! #WorldCup2026 #June25Fixtures Find LUCY near you at lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at lucy.co/PHONE with promo code PHONE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min

  2. 1d ago

    BEST BETS WORLD CUP Wednesday: Switzerland-Canada, Scotland-Brazil, Czechia-Mexico, Morocco-Haiti

    World Cup 2026 continues on Wednesday, June 24 with six group-stage matches. These fixtures mix European structure and experience with African energy, North/Central American passion, Asian discipline, and South American flair — delivering betting angles from dominant favorites to tactical battles and potential upsets. Switzerland vs Canada – BC Place, Vancouver, ~3 p.m. ET Switzerland’s organized midfield and defensive solidity face Canada’s home-nation energy and direct attacking style. The Swiss should control possession and probe for openings, while Canada looks to exploit set pieces and transitions. Value on Switzerland win or clean sheet, unders if it stays cagey early, and player props for Swiss creators.Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar – Lumen Field, Seattle, ~3 p.m. ET Bosnia bring European physicality and technical quality against Qatar’s organized home-continent approach and counter threats. Expect Bosnia to dictate tempo but Qatar to sit deep and look for moments of flair. Strong plays in Bosnia -1 Asian handicap, corners for the Europeans, or BTTS if Qatar finds space on the break.Scotland vs Brazil – Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Fla., 6 p.m. ET A passionate clash pitting Scotland’s fighting spirit and set-piece threat against Brazil’s rhythm, flair, and attacking depth. Brazil are clear favorites to control the game, but Scotland can make it scrappy and dangerous from dead balls. Look at Brazil win-to-nil, over team goals for the Selecao, or anytime goalscorer props on their star attackers. Morocco vs Haiti – Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, 6 p.m. ET Morocco’s athleticism, tactical discipline, and counter speed meet Haiti’s resilience and physical presence. Morocco should dominate possession and create quality chances, while Haiti hunts for transitions and long-ball opportunities. Value in Morocco win, overs in what could be an open contest, or cards in a potentially feisty affair.Czechia vs Mexico – Estadio Azteca, Mexico City, ~9 p.m. ET Czechia’s structure and counter-attacking bite against Mexico’s passionate home support and technical flair in a cauldron atmosphere. Mexico will push forward, but Czechia can punish with quick breaks. Ideal for BTTS, overs, Mexican corners, or anytime scorer props on the home side’s creative players. South Africa vs South Korea – Estadio BBVA, Monterrey/Guadalupe, Mexico, ~9 p.m. ET South Africa’s raw athleticism and direct style face South Korea’s discipline, work rate, and organized pressing. Expect an energetic, end-to-end battle with plenty of running and tactical nuance. Betting opportunities in BTTS, overs, cards, or player props on pacey wingers and midfield creators from both sides.The edge this round lies in the more nuanced markets (Asian lines, player props, corners, or cards) where public betting may chase big-name favorites rather than the true dynamics of each matchup. Good luck and let’s cash some tickets! #WorldCup2026 #June24Fixtures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min

  3. 2d ago

    BEST BETS WORLD CUP TUESDAY: Portugal-Uzbekistan, England-Ghana, Panama-Croatia, Colombia-Congo

    World Cup 2026 continues on Tuesday, June 23 with four group-stage matches. These fixtures bring European heavyweights in action, African ambition, Central American resilience, and South American flair — creating betting opportunities in everything from possession dominance to upset specials and player props.Here’s the breakdown: Portugal vs Uzbekistan – NRG Stadium, Houston, ~1 p.m. ET Portugal’s star power and technical superiority should overwhelm Uzbekistan’s defensive setup. The Europeans will look to control the tempo and create overloads in wide areas, while Uzbekistan sits deep and hunts for set-piece or counter chances. Strong value on Portugal win-to-nil, over team goals, and anytime goalscorer props for their attacking talismans. England vs Ghana – Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Mass., 4 p.m. ET A classic European-African clash where England’s depth and organization meet Ghana’s athleticism and counter-attacking threat. The Three Lions are expected to dominate possession, but Ghana can be dangerous on the break and from dead balls. Look at England -1 Asian handicap, unders if Ghana park the bus early, or cards in what could be a physical battle. Panama vs Croatia – BMO Field, Toronto, 7 p.m. ET Croatia’s experience and midfield control face Panama’s compact shape and fighting spirit. The Croats should dictate the game, but Panama will make it difficult with organized defending and occasional long-ball threats. Value likely in Croatia win or win-to-nil, corners for the Europeans, and possibly unders depending on how cautious Panama play. Colombia vs DR Congo – Estadio Akron, Zapopan, Mexico, ~10 p.m. ET Colombia bring South American rhythm and attacking quality against DR Congo’s raw athleticism and counter speed. Expect an open, entertaining match with end-to-end action — ideal for BTTS, overs, or player props on flair creators. Both sides have the talent to produce moments of brilliance.The edge this round lies in the more nuanced markets (Asian lines, player props, corners, or cards) where public betting may chase big European names rather than the true dynamics of each matchup. Good luck and let’s cash some tickets! #WorldCup2026 #June23Fixtures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    22 min

  4. 3d ago

    Best Bets for Argentina, France & More | World Cup Monday

    The World Cup rolls on. Gavin and Dan are back with their favorite bets for Monday's slate, breaking down four massive matches from around the globe. The boys give out their game picks for every matchup, build an Anytime Goal Scorer Parlay, and finish things off with an absolutely ridiculous Exact Score Parlay paying over +215,000. Can Argentina stay perfect? Will France continue its dominant run? Is Senegal ready to pull off an upset? And which exact scores are the boys backing for one of the wildest tickets of the tournament? ⚽ World Cup Best Bets 🎯 Game Picks 🥅 Anytime Goal Scorer Parlay 🚀 +215,000 Exact Score Parlay 🏆 World Cup Predictions Monday Matchups: 🇦🇷 Argentina vs Austria 🇦🇹 🇫🇷 France vs Iraq 🇮🇶 🇳🇴 Norway vs Senegal 🇸🇳 🇯🇴 Jordan vs Algeria 🇩🇿 Which bet are you riding with? Drop your picks in the comments. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@holdthephoneshow?sub_confirmation=1 If This Parlay Hits Tee: https://almostfriday.shop/collections/best-sellers/products/if-this-parlay-hits-tee Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2zPS811njpAUQMA4MpODLW?si=9fbbbe3f1ee24e43 Dr. Locks: https://www.instagram.com/dr.locks.md/ https://www.tiktok.com/@doctorlocks.md Glue Guy: https://www.instagram.com/glue.guy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@glue.guy Hold The Phone on X: https://www.twitter.com/@holdthe_phone Who's Next: https://www.instagram.com/whosnextshow/ https://www.tiktok.com/@whosnextsports https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjmmqBbCwmTBziisWCGZ9DA Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsyYwtlAzNCsCk2uLa4B1Cg/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    14 min

  5. 5d ago

    Our BEST World Cup Parlays for This Weekend (+450 & +3500)

    The World Cup is heating up.This weekend, Gavin, Loop, Chris and Dan are building two 4-leg parlays for some of the biggest matches of the group stage. One safer ticket targeting +450 odds, and one longshot parlay chasing a massive +3500 payout.Can the Netherlands handle Sweden? Will Germany continue its dominant run? Is Spain ready to separate itself from the pack? And which underdogs could shake up the tournament?The guys break down every matchup and reveal the two parlays they're riding into the weekend. 🎟️ +450 Four-Leg Parlay 🚀 +3500 Four-Leg Parlay Saturday Matchups: 🇳🇱 Netherlands vs Sweden 🇸🇪 🇩🇪 Germany vs Ivory Coast 🇨🇮 🇪🇨 Ecuador vs Curaçao 🇨🇼 🇹🇳 Tunisia vs Japan 🇯🇵 Sunday Matchups: 🇪🇸 Spain vs Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 🇧🇪 Belgium vs Iran 🇮🇷 🇺🇾 Uruguay vs Cabo Verde 🇨🇻 🇳🇿 New Zealand vs Egypt 🇪🇬 Which parlay are you riding with this weekend? Drop your picks in the comments. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@holdthephoneshow?sub_confirmation=1 If This Parlay Hits Tee: https://almostfriday.shop/collections/best-sellers/products/if-this-parlay-hits-tee Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2zPS811njpAUQMA4MpODLW?si=9fbbbe3f1ee24e43 Dr. Locks: https://www.instagram.com/dr.locks.md/ https://www.tiktok.com/@doctorlocks.md Glue Guy: https://www.instagram.com/glue.guy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@glue.guy Hold The Phone on X: https://www.twitter.com/@holdthe_phone Who's Next: https://www.instagram.com/whosnextshow/ https://www.tiktok.com/@whosnextsports https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjmmqBbCwmTBziisWCGZ9DA Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsyYwtlAzNCsCk2uLa4B1Cg/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min

  6. 6d ago

    BEST BETS WORLD CUP FRIDAY: USA-Australia, Brazil-Haiti, Scotland-Morocco, Turkey-Paraguay

    World Cup 2026 continues on Friday, June 19 with four group-stage matches. These fixtures feature high-stakes host nation action, European-African clashes, South American dominance potential, and a tactical battle in Group D — offering betting value in nuanced markets beyond the obvious favorites. Here’s the breakdown:USA vs Australia – Lumen Field, Seattle, 12 p.m. PT / 3 p.m. ET A passionate home crowd in Seattle will back the USMNT, who come into this with strong recent form and home advantage in Group D. Australia bring physicality, set-piece threat, and counter-attacking speed. Expect the USA to control possession and push forward, while the Socceroos look to frustrate and hit on the break. Value on USA win or win-to-nil, home team goalscorer props, and possibly overs if the atmosphere opens the game up. Scotland vs Morocco – Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Mass., 6 p.m. ET Scotland’s organization and fighting spirit meet Morocco’s athleticism and tactical discipline. Morocco often thrive on transitions and defensive solidity, while Scotland can be dangerous from set pieces and direct play. This has the makings of a tight, competitive match — look at unders, cards, or draw/no-bet options depending on how cautious both sides start. Brazil vs Haiti – Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, ~8:30–9 p.m. ET Brazil should dominate with their technical quality and attacking depth in front of a lively crowd. Haiti will likely sit deep and look for rare counters or defensive resilience. This is a strong spot for Brazil to win comfortably, possibly to nil, with overs appealing if Brazil click early and rotate effectively. Expect flair and goal potential from the Seleção. Türkiye vs Paraguay – Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, Calif., 9 p.m. local / 12 a.m. ET (June 20) A balanced Group D clash where Türkiye’s European experience and individual quality face Paraguay’s South American grit and counter-attacking style. Both sides have talent but can show defensive vulnerabilities. Look for value on cards, corners, or BTTS (both teams to score) if the game opens up, with either side capable of nicking a result. The edge this round lies in the more nuanced markets (Asian lines, player props, or corners) where public betting may chase big names or host hype rather than the actual matchups. Good luck and let’s cash some tickets! #WorldCup2026 #June19Fixtures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    42 min

  7. Jun 18

    BEST BETS WORLD CUP THURSDAY: Czechia-South Africa, Switzerland-Bosnia, Canada-Qatar, Mexico-Korea

    World Cup 2026 continues on Thursday, June 18 with four group-stage matches. These fixtures offer a good mix of styles, home advantage, and tactical battles — plenty of betting value if you look past the obvious favorites. Here’s the breakdown Czechia vs South Africa – Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, 12 p.m. ET A solid European side against an athletic African team that thrives on transitions. Czechia should control possession and pose a threat from set pieces, while South Africa can be dangerous on the counter. Expect a competitive, physical match with value on cards, corners, and possibly an under if it stays cagey early. Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina – SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, 3 p.m. ET Switzerland’s organization and counter-attacking quality give them the edge here. Bosnia has talent but can be vulnerable defensively. This looks like a good spot for Switzerland to win or win-to-nil, with unders appealing if the game stays structured. Canada vs Qatar – BC Place, Vancouver, 6 p.m. ET Strong home support for Canada, who bring pace and European experience. Qatar will likely sit deep and look to frustrate before hitting on the break. This matchup has goal potential on both sides — overs, Canada win margins, and anytime goalscorer props on the hosts are worth considering. Mexico vs South Korea – Estadio Akron, Zapopan, 9 p.m. local / 11 p.m. ET A lively night game in Mexico with passionate home crowds. Mexico should push forward and use the atmosphere, while South Korea offers speed and the ability to punish transitions through players like Son Heung-min. Mexico to win is the primary angle, but both teams to score has solid appeal given the open nature this could take. The edge this round sits in the more nuanced markets where public betting may be chasing narratives rather than matchups. Good luck and let’s cash some tickets. #WorldCup2026 #June18Fixtures SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@holdthephoneshow?sub_confirmation=1 If This Parlay Hits Tee: https://almostfriday.shop/collections/best-sellers/products/if-this-parlay-hits-tee Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2zPS811njpAUQMA4MpODLW?si=9fbbbe3f1ee24e43 Dr. Locks: https://www.instagram.com/dr.locks.md/ https://www.tiktok.com/@doctorlocks.md Glue Guy: https://www.instagram.com/glue.guy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@glue.guy Hold The Phone on X: https://www.twitter.com/@holdthe_phone Who's Next: https://www.instagram.com/whosnextshow/ https://www.tiktok.com/@whosnextsports https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjmmqBbCwmTBziisWCGZ9DA Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsyYwtlAzNCsCk2uLa4B1Cg/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    21 min

  8. Jun 17

    EVERY BET YOU NEED TO KNOW: US OPEN (Winners, Top 10s, Inside Info)

    The US Open has officially arrived at Shinnecock Hills, and this absolute monster of a track is ready to separate the men from the boys. We’re talking deep, penal rough, lightning-fast firm greens, brutal wind off the Atlantic, and a layout that punishes even the smallest mistake. Shinnecock doesn’t hand out birdies — it demands precision, patience, and serious mental toughness all four days.We’re loading up the card heavy this week with outright winners, top 10s, top 20s, and plenty of make-the-cut plays where the value is sitting. Bryson DeChambeau is bringing those massive distance bombs and scientific approach play that could dominate if he keeps the driver straight. Brooks Koepka is in major mode once again, hunting his sixth career major title and always showing up when the pressure is highest. Scottie Scheffler enters as the clear world number one, looking to add another major to his collection and prove he’s built different on the toughest stages. And don’t sleep on local favorite Cameron Young — he’s got the game to go low around here and could easily contend or cash big in the top 10/20 markets on a course that fits his eye perfectly.It’s going to be a true grind with plenty of drama, moving day swings, and Sunday pressure like only a US Open can deliver. The key is finding the right spots where the odds haven’t fully caught up to reality. Sharp angles are out there if you dig in.The water is warm, boys. Hop in and let’s cash some tickets. Time to make some money. #USOpen #Shinnecock #GolfBetting #MajorWeek #BrysonDeChambeau #BrooksKoepka #ScottieScheffler #CameronYoung Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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