Four World Cup betting tips from EV Eagle for the final Round of 32 matches.
The final Round of 32 matchday sees Australia carry Asia's hopes against Egypt, holders Argentina battle Cape Verde, while Colombia and Ghana meet for a place in the Round of 16. EV Eagle has highlighted four such betting angles feat. Lautaro Martinez.
TIP 1: Mostafa Ziko - Over 0.5 Shots On Target - 1pt
Best odds available of 23/20 at Bet VIctor while publishing.
Mostafa Ziko has become one of Egypt's most reliable attacking outlets and is showing encouraging consistency in front of goal. He has recorded at least one shot on target in two of his last three appearances, while his shots-on-target totals across his last five matches for Egypt read 0, 1, 1, 1 and 2.
Those numbers highlight a player who is regularly getting into dangerous positions and forcing saves from opposition goalkeepers. Whether operating centrally or drifting into wide areas, Ziko is always willing to take on a shot, making one effort on target a realistic expectation.
TIP 2: Lautaro Martinez - Anytime Goalscorer - 1pt
Best odds of 21/20 at AK Bets while publishing.
Lautaro Martínez will be eager to build on the confidence gained after opening his World Cup account in Argentina's previous match. The Inter striker has scored in five of his last 10 appearances for Argentina and has found the net five times across his last seven matches, including friendlies. He has also scored two goals in his last five outings, rediscovering the sharpness that has made him one of South America's most clinical forwards.
With Lionel Messi naturally attracting plenty of defensive attention, Martínez often benefits from the space created around him. Against Cape Verde, Argentina are expected to dominate possession and create plenty of chances, giving Lautaro an excellent opportunity to add to his tally.
TIP 3: Lionel Messi - Over 2.5 Shots on Target - 1pt
Best odds of 8/5 at Boyle Sports while publishing.
Lionel Messi continues to drive Argentina's attack and remains one of the tournament's most prolific shooters. He has registered four shots on target in each of his two World Cup starts, while his shots-on-target totals in his last five competitive starts for Argentina read 4, 4, 4, 0 and 1. AI projections also give this selection a 45% probability, reflecting the volume of attempts Messi consistently produces.
There is added motivation heading into this knockout tie. With Kylian Mbappé having drawn level in the Golden Boot race, and Harry Kane and Erling Haaland also closing the gap, Messi will be determined to re-establish his advantage. Having already produced both a hat-trick and a brace at this World Cup, another dominant attacking display would come as little surprise. If Argentina control the game as expected, Messi should once again be heavily involved and have every opportunity to test the goalkeeper at least three times.
TIP 4: Luis Diaz - To Score Or Assist - 1pt
Best odds of EVENS on Paddy Power while publishing.
Luis Díaz remains Colombia's most influential attacking player and continues to produce consistently in the final third. He has registered a goal contribution in six of his last 10 appearances for his country and already has two goals and two assists in his last five matches, including World Cup friendlies.
Whether driving at defenders from the left flank or creating opportunities through his pace and dribbling, Díaz is involved in almost everything Colombia produce going forward. As they chase a place in the quarter-finals, expect Colombia to lean heavily on their biggest attacking star, giving him multiple routes to deliver either a goal or an assist.
