World Cup 2026: EV Eagle has selected four best betting tips for Sunday's blockbuster Round of 16 games.
Sunday's World Cup Round of 16 action features two heavyweight contests as Norway face Brazil before Mexico take on England for places in the quarter-finals.
Norway and Brazil meet in one of the standout ties of the Round of 16, with Erling Haaland looking to fire his side into the quarter-finals. Brazil's attacking depth, led by Vinícius Júnior and Matheus Cunha, makes them slight favourites, but Norway have the quality to trouble any defence.
Mexico take on England in a fascinating knockout clash between two in-form sides. Julián Quiñones has spearheaded Mexico's impressive campaign, while Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham will look to guide England into the last eight in what promises to be a closely fought contest.
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TIP 1: Erling Haaland - Over 1.5 Shots On Target - 1pt
Best odds of 11/10 at Ladbrokes while publishing.
Erling Haaland continues to produce elite shooting numbers for Norway, making over 1.5 shots on target one of the standout selections. He has cleared this line in eight of his last 10 international appearances, underlining just how consistently he forces goalkeepers into action. His shots-on-target totals across his last five matches for Norway read 2, 3, 4, 2 and 3, a remarkable run that highlights both his shot volume and accuracy.
Against a Brazil side that should enjoy plenty of possession, Haaland will remain Norway's focal point on the counter and is expected to generate enough opportunities to test the goalkeeper at least twice.
TIP 2: Vinicius Jr - Over 1.5 Shots On Target - 1pt
Best odds available of 23/20 at Coral while publishing.
Vinícius Júnior has been one of the standout performers at this World Cup, and backing him to register over 1.5 shots on target is well supported by recent form. The Brazilian has landed this line in three of his last four matches, with shots-on-target totals of 2, 5, 2, 1 and 2 across his last five appearances.
Constantly driving at defenders and cutting inside from the left, Vinícius is the heartbeat of Brazil's attack and should see plenty of opportunities to test the Norwegian goalkeeper.
TIP 3: Harry Kane - Anytime Goalscorer - 1pt
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Harry Kane remains England's biggest goalscoring threat and arrives in excellent form. The captain has found the net in seven of his last 10 appearances and has scored an outstanding seven goals in his last six World Cup matches.
His match-winning brace against DR Congo showcased his ability to deliver when England need him most, while his movement inside the box and penalty-taking duties only strengthen his case. In a knockout tie where England are expected to create chances, Kane is the obvious candidate to get on the scoresheet.
TIP 4: Julian Quinones - To Score Or Assist - 0.75pts
Best odds of 21/10 at Paddy Power while publishing.
Julián Quiñones has been the driving force behind Mexico's attack and looks well placed to influence the scoresheet once again. He has registered a goal contribution in three of his last four appearances, continuing the outstanding form that has carried into the World Cup.
Quiñones' pace, direct running and clinical finishing make him Mexico's most dangerous attacking outlet, and with England still showing occasional defensive vulnerabilities, he has every chance of either finding the net himself or creating a goal for a teammate.
