Friday features four matches, with none bigger than the meeting between the United States and Australia. With a win, the United States would punch its ticket to the knockout stage. Below, I explain why I expect the United States to have no trouble with Australia, especially if the Stars and Stripes' offense plays to its potential. Then, I highlight what to expect when Scotland meets Morocco and Brazil faces Haiti. Here are the best 2026 World Cup picks for Friday, June 19th’s game Scotland vs. Morocco.
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Friday’s Best 2026 World Cup Picks & Predictions: Scotland vs. Morocco
(Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook)
Scotland vs. Morocco
The Moroccans opened many eyes with their 1-1 draw against Brazil. The semifinalists from 2022 proved that their result in that World Cup wasn't a fluke. They went toe-to-toe with the Brazilians from start to finish, putting three shots on goal and actually finishing with more expected goals than Brazil.
Meanwhile, Scotland wasn't very exciting. While the Scots picked up their first win in 36 years, they were far from convincing in their 1-0 victory over Haiti.
Haiti earned more time of possession and finished with the same number of shots on goal and expected goals. While Scotland missed two big opportunities, they barely made a dent against an average defense. What can they do against one of the best teams in the tournament?
Morocco hasn't allowed more than one goal in 19 consecutive matches. During that span, the Moroccans have had 12 shutouts. In their last two matches, Morocco has held Brazil and Norway to just one goal each. The Scots have a lot to be excited about entering this match, but I fully expect Morocco to dominate, especially on the defensive side.
Pick: Morocco to Win in Shutout (+150)
