FIFA World Cup 2022 Free Picks and Expert Predictions

Welcome to the go-to resource for 2022 World Cup picks. As soccer’s biggest spectacle draws closer, predictions from analysts have started trickling in. Oddspedia promises to provide fresh updates on expert World Cup Picks, odds and predictions to guide your selections. The 2022 FIFA WC is anticipated to be an interesting one, as the first tournament to take place in December and the last with 32 teams. This guide contains our predictions for the various stages of the competition. Find out which countries we think have a chance of advancing into the latter rounds of the Qatar World Cup.

FIFA World Cup Predictions - Oddspedia's Expert Picks

Do you think France will retain the title this year? Is Brazil going to meet expectations? Which team do you think will surprise everyone? Thinking about everything that could happen at the World Cup can be confusing. Here at Oddspedia, we work hard to help clear up a few things, especially for novice bettors. Our picks and predictions come from experienced sports betting specialists. They dissect every aspect of a game, including team form, past performance, head-to-head stats and key players to ensure insights are as accurate as possible.

Group Stage Winners and Who Will Qualify for the Round of 16

The tournament kickoff on November 20 will see the beginning of the group stage, where four teams in each pile play in a round-robin format, collecting up to nine points. Winners and runners-up proceed to the round of 16. Our experts reviewed the different teams in each group and brought you the following picks about who has a high chance of leaving the group stage. Remember, results are not guaranteed.

Group A

As is the norm, the host, Qatar, takes the first spot in Group A. The others are Ecuador, Senegal and the Netherlands. Qatar is not much of a threat in this group and will struggle against all opponents. The Netherlands is the strongest of the bunch and might only have to work hard to get past Senegal, who has been tagged the dark horse in this tournament. The reigning CAF champions recently suffered the loss of star player Sadio Mané, who is out with an injury, but they remain a strong squad. The Dutch and Senegal are our picks.

Group B

England, Iran, USA and Wales will face each other in Group B. The English team enters the WC with an impressive streak during qualifiers. It scored more than any other side in the European qualifying games (39 goals). Iran is not a team to take lightly, and Wales has an experienced squad led by Gareth Bale, known for his stellar performances on the international level. However, the USMNT boasts a young, talented team that promises to shine. Our picks are England as the winners and USA as the runner-up.

Group C

Messi fans are hoping 2022 is the year one of soccer's greatest of this generation takes the World Cup to Argentina. The South American team joins Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Poland. Argentina's biggest threat is Poland, who has FC Barcelona’s striker, Robert Lewandowski, looking to make a mark. Mexico is another team to watch, with star goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa in play. Saudi Arabia is the weakest in Group C and unlikely to make it out. Our picks are Argentina and Mexico.

Group D

2018 WC winners France will face Australia, Denmark and Tunisia in Group D. They are expected to make easy work of Tunisia and Australia, thanks to a stacked side that includes lethal attackers, Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema. Denmark was in fantastic form in the Nations League and hopes to showcase what Christian Eriksen can still do. Although Australia's Andrew Redmayne is a player to watch out for, the team is not expected to proceed. Our picks are France and Denmark.

Group E

Spain, Costa Rica, Germany and Japan are the toughest group in the 2022 Soccer World Cup. Germany and Spain have both won the title and should give each other quite a hard time. The Spanish side boasts a few stars, including Barcelona’s Ansu Fati and Pedri, while Germany has Jamal Musiala and Joshua Kimmich. However, both teams had average performances in the qualifying stage. Costa Rica and Japan are decent opponents that might pull a few surprises. Still, we choose Germany and Spain to advance.

Group F

In Group F are Belgium, Croatia, Morocco and Canada. Belgium is the strongest among the four, although it doesn't have young star power. Croatia finished second in 2018 and is looking to perform even better this year. Canada warrants consideration as group winner, thanks to the presence of its upcoming star, Alphonso Davies. Morocco looks good as well, with Regragui in excellent shape. Belgium and Croatia are our options to qualify out of the group.

Group G

Five-time WC winners Brazil will go against Serbia, Switzerland and Cameroon in Group G. Neymar leads a star-studded squad that includes Vinicius Jr. to create an unstoppable attacking force. Serbia has a strong chance if Aleksander Mitrovic keeps up his impressive form. Switzerland showed they are not to be taken lightly and will give Serbia a hard time in the battle for second place. Cameroon, although one of the strongest African sides, will struggle to advance. Our picks are Brazil and Switzerland.

Group H

The last group matches will see Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal take in Ghana, Uruguay and South Korea. In what may be his final WC appearance, Ronaldo hopes to be the first player to score in five different tournaments. Uruguay has experienced and recognizable talent. Ghana reached the quarter-finals in 2010 and has several new players in the current squad. South Korea has decent chances and might surprise the favorites with attackers like Hwang Hee-Chan and Son Heung-min on the pitch. Our picks are Portugal and Uruguay.

Knockout Stage Predictions

With the above teams making it to the round of 16, we anticipate a heated knockout stage. The 2022 World Cup has some of the most loaded teams, making predictions for the final eight tough to call. In this stage, group winners play against the runners-up from a different group. The Netherlands and England should have trouble disposing of the USA and Senegal, respectively. Argentina will sweat it out with Denmark and may fail to qualify, while France has excellent odds of beating Mexico. Belgium vs Spain is another difficult call, with both sides showing great potential. Powerhouse Germany may need to work hard to defeat Croatia. We predict Brazil to hold its own against Uruguay, while Portugal is likely to be victorious against Switzerland.

World Cup Winner Prediction

Our pick for the WC outright winner is Brazil. Having played in every edition of the competition and won five titles (more than any other country), Brazil is the leading contender to take the FIFA World Cup home. Sportsbooks are offering odds of between +450 and +550 for the Seleção to win. Brazil hasn't won since 2002 and goes into this tournament with one of the most loaded lineups. Vini Jr., Neymar, Casemiro, Eder Militao, Marquinos and Alisson are some notable names on the roster.

World Cup Awards Predictions

Apart from the WC trophy, FIFA awards outstanding player performances in the World Cup. So, as you put money on the teams during the different stages, you may also want to bet on which players walk away with the individual awards. The following section provides our predictions for the winners of the three main player awards.

Golden Boots Picks - Tournament's Top Goalscorer

Betting sites have Harry Kane as the favorite to clinch the Golden Boot. The captain of the Three Lions won the award in 2018 and may be the first player to take it twice. Kane has 51 international goals in 75 games and scored six goals in seven PL matches in the previous season. Besides Kane's form, England is expected to sail through to the round of 16 and maybe make it to the semi-final, thus giving the Tottenham Hotspur forward more scoring chances.

Golden Glove Prediction - The Top Shot Stopper

With Brazil expected to stay until the final stage of the tournament, it's not surprising their goalkeeper, Alisson Becker, is a favorite to win the Golden Glove. He was a top contender in the previous World Cup, with three clean sheets in five games. Allison has been phenomenal at Liverpool and is in top shape.

Best Young Player - Picks

The 2022 Qatar World Cup will see loads of young talents hoping to make an impression. One player who we believe will stand out is Spain's Pedri. Coach Luis Enrique sees Pedri as the present and future with a personality to play at every level. The 19-year-old Barcelona midfielder has proven himself worthy of the praises. 

Prediction of Who Will Host The 2030 World Cup

After being held in a Gulf nation in 2022, the FIFA World Cup will be heading to North America in 2026, with the USA, Canada and Mexico co-hosting. In 2030, the tournament will have to be in South America, Europe or Africa. Uruguay and Argentina are the most likely countries to host the competition's centennial version.

Free World Cup Betting Predictions from Oddspedia's Handicappers Community

We create our betting resources with bettors in mind. It's why we provide a section for users to interact with handicappers. Be part of a vibrant community of bettors and benefit from well-researched, detailed predictions. At Oddspedia, we simplify access to free picks and predictions for the 2022 WC. Keep reading to find out what we offer.

Find the latest free picks for all upcoming World Cup matches

The most recent World Cup picks for every game are at your disposal, thanks to Oddspedia. Our community of cappers submit predictions for matches throughout the competition. Hence, you are sure to find information about specific games. Experts provide picks hours before matches begin, giving you enough time to capitalize on the information.

Find the best World Cup cappers

Are you searching for the best-ranked cappers? Then it's quite straightforward. We take every handicapper at Oddspedia based on the success of predictions. Therefore, the highest-ranked cappers have the most successful picks recorded, meaning you can be confident about the accuracy of their 2022 World Cup picks.

Consensus - Oddspedia's public betting picks

You can select WC pick by consensus using predictions from the community. By looking at the most common predictions, you can decide which picks have better value. Selecting your WC picks by consensus allows you to bank on the heaviest favorite. So, you don't have to worry about biased predictions.

Use the filter to find the picks you are looking for!

Do you want to find picks for the day or week? It shouldn't be hard. We designed Oddspedia to be easy to use. So, even if you are using expert picks and predictions for the first time, it won't be complicated. The website has several filtering options that make sorting out picks easy. In a few seconds, you can enter your preferred sorting criterion and get the results. We filter picks according to:

• ACCA predictions
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• Live Betting Picks
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Picks for Specific World Cup Betting Markets

With 64 matches in the tournament, you have more than enough markets from which to choose for your WC betting. The options available depend on your choice of sportsbook, but you can be confident about finding several common markets and a few special ones. Ensure you know how a particular bet works before staking money. Here are some markets to expect;

• World Cup Winner
• Both Teams To Score (BTTS)
• Draw No Bet
• Handicaps
• Match Result & Both Teams to Score
• To Win to Nil
• HT/FT
• To win both halves
• Cards and Corners betting

Discuss and Exchange Predictions with Expert Cappers

At Oddspedia, we give you an opportunity you can't pass up - discussions with experts. You might have questions about the latest World Cup picks or want to get different opinions about a prediction. Our professional cappers are available for engaging discussions with bettors.

The Secret to Successfully Predicting World Cup Games

Reliable predictions take work, and you have to know the aspects that influence every pick. If you wish to improve how you predict World Cup outcomes, here's what to consider;

Employ a betting strategy

Before betting on any WC game for real money, ensure you have a solid betting system. Start by designing a money management plan and then decide how to approach different selections. Know how to choose markets and set a unit stake. Oddspedia has tips for using soccer betting strategies.

Study Key players from each team

How top players perform determines the fate of the whole team. Hence, identify the key players in a particular squad and study them. Evaluate their form, strengths and weaknesses ahead of games. Also, watch out for news that might interfere with a critical player's performance.

Check the Lineups

Don't make predictions before seeking what the lineups look like. A team's composition on the pitch determines its power because some player combinations work better than others. So, avoid deciding your picks until the manager announces the final lineup.

Tactics and Formation

A coach who is big in defensive play will have different tactics than one who focuses on offense. The formation also differs. When reviewing games for your prediction, find out how each team normally plays.

H2H results and performances

When measuring the strengths of two teams, examine their head-to-head record. How did the two match? A head-to-head comparison tells you how opposing sides respond to each other. However, in the 2022 World Cup, you will find teams that never played against one another.

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