The World Cup 2026 continues to deliver intriguing Last 16 fixtures at the beginning of this week, including a blockbuster clash between Portugal and Spain as well as co-hosts USA taking on Belgium.
Read on for best booking codes to use at Bet9ja, with all odds available at the time of writing:
Portugal vs Spain
Portugal may be undefeated at the World Cup thus far, with two wins and two draws, but they have largely failed to impress despite the immense quality throughout their squad, including a particularly difficult clash with Croatia in the Round of 32.
Spain similarly struggled in their opening game of the tournament, drawing 0-0 with Cape Verde, but they have gradually raised their performance level ever since, most recently securing a dominant 3-0 win against Austria in the Round of 32.
As Spain’s levels have continuously improved, while Portugal still show signs of struggling to combine in attack and defensive vulnerability, we are backing Luis De La Fuente’s side to capitalise and get the victory.
Spain to win, 1.95 – 5JQQJ72
Mikel Oyarzabal has been Spain’s standout performer in attack at the World Cup, with the striker scoring four goals in four matches, including a brace in their 3-0 triumph against Austria last time out.
The striker has had numerous chances throughout each match, including taking six shots in the Round of 32 win, highlighting his dangerous movements and ability to get on the end of attacking situations.
As Portugal have shown signs of defensive struggles, with lesser opponents such as DR Congo creating numerous problems for Roberto Martinez’s backline, we expect Spain to create several opportunities, and with Oyarzabal’s form in front of goal, we are backing the forward to score again.
Mikel Oyarzabal to score anytime, 2.85 – 5JQQP2H
USA vs Belgium
USA have enjoyed an impressive World Cup to date but will face their toughest test when they meet Belgium in the Last 16, and while the co-hosts will still fancy their chances, their hopes have been dented by the suspension to star striker Folarin Balogun.
Balogun was sent off in the victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina last time out, leaving them without their top scorer at the tournament, while Belgium head into the game in full strength.
Rudi Garcia’s side are also heading into the game off the back of a confidence-building comeback against Senegal, scoring two goals in the final five minutes of normal time to equalise the match before winning in the final seconds of extra-time thanks to Youri Tielemans’ penalty.
Off the back of that victory, which will provide huge confidence and should inspire Belgium to improve from minute one after a disappointing first 85 minutes in the clash with Senegal, combined with Balogun’s suspension, we believe Belgium will win this one.
Belgium to win, 2.72 – 5JQQVD6
Another major boost to Belgium going into this game is the steady improvement of Romelu Lukaku’s fitness, with the striker earning more minutes in an impressive cameo from the bench against Senegal.
The striker has repeatedly shown his quality from the bench at the World Cup, forcing the error for Egypt’s own-goal, scoring and assisting against New Zealand and getting their comeback started with the first goal against Senegal.
Whether Lukaku starts or is forced to impact the game from the bench once again against USA, Lukaku’s improving fitness and impressive goalscoring form means he will certainly cause problems to the opposition backline, and with that in mind, we are backing Belgium’s all-time top scorer to score once again.
Romelu Lukaku to score anytime, 2.90 – 5JQR5MR
Combined Result Code: 5JQRCZN, Odds: 5.30
Combined Goalscorer Code: 5JQRC2Y, Odds: 8.27
