The knockout stage is here. No more second chances. And today delivers two of the most anticipated matchups since the bracket was set — Brazil vs. Japan and the Netherlands vs. Morocco. Three picks today back by current form, at some pretty good prices considering the stakes.
The stakes are higher as the tournament progresses, but I'm still delivering daily picks, so continue reading for my goal scorer picks and World Cup player props for Monday, June 29.
World Cup Goal Scorer Picks Today
Japan vs Brazil Goal Scorer Pick
| Japan Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+0.5 +110 | 2.5 115o / -140u | +400 |
| Brazil Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-0.5 -140 | 2.5 115o / -140u | -135 |
Vinicius Jr. — Anytime Goalscorer vs. Japan (+150)
The best player at this World Cup for a Brazil side that’s been doubted since the start. Vinicius scored in all 3 of Brazil’s group stage matches becoming only the fifth Brazilian in history to do so, and the last two times it was done, Brazil won the World Cup.
He enters this round with 4 tournament goals and the full confidence of his former Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti calling the shots.
The numbers behind this transformation are staggering: Vinicius has scored 7 goals in 13 games under Ancelotti with Brazil, compared to just 6 goals in 39 games under all previous coaches.
He is a completely different player under his old manager, and the undisputed focal point of Brazil’s attack. Vinicius at +150 in a knockout game with this kind of momentum behind him is a bet that’s hard to ignore.
Paraguay vs Germany Goal Scorer Pick
| Paraguay Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -130 | 2.5 -145o / 115u | +800 |
| Germany Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +100 | 2.5 -145o / 115u | -275 |
Florian Wirtz — Assist vs. Paraguay (+215)
Florian Wirtz put in some great performances for Germany in the group stage. He registered 2 assists in the first 3 matches and was the heartbeat of their attack, playing a part in the majority of their chances.
Wirtz is a creative midfielder with loads of potential for both Liverpool and Germany, having already contributed 10 goals and 11 assists in 39 competitive caps for his country.
Paraguay gave up 4 goals to the USMNT in the group stage, showing real vulnerability defensively.
Germany are a machine in possession and should dominate this match. +215 for Wirtz to register an assist is a great price against a side that has been pretty poor at the back.
Morocco vs Netherlands Goal Scorer Pick
| Morocco Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+0.5 -160 | 2.5 115o / -145u | +250 |
| Netherlands Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-0.5 +125 | 2.5 115o / -145u | +130 |
Brian Brobbey — Goal or Assist vs. Morocco (+170)
The breakout star for the Netherlands is Brian Brobbey, after 3 goals in 3 group stage matches. He scored a brace in their 5-1 demolition of Sweden, and then a clinical tap-in against Tunisia early in the game.
The Sunderland striker has been a force of nature. Powerful and composed in front of goal, and perfectly positioned to benefit from the creativity of Gakpo and Dumfries around him.
This is a Netherlands side that scored 10 goals in the group stage. Morocco are a very worthy opponent, but both teams have scored in every single game at this tournament.
At +170 for a goal or assist on a striker with 3 goals already, back Brobbey to deliver again.
