Mexico have already won Group A and may opt to rest some players as a result. With that in mind, that could open the door for Czechia to get something from this game, who will know that only a win will do if they want to advance to the next round.

A win would be enough to secure 2nd place in Group A for South Korea, and they should clinch the points against a South Africa team that showed very little against Mexico in their opener. South Africa have failed to win any of their last 7 games, while South Korea have won 6 of their last 9 while keeping 5 clean sheets in that run.

Morocco can win Group C but may need to run up the score to do so, as it could come down to goal difference. That means that even if they take the lead, Morocco could remain on the front foot and that gives us some good value here for them to win by 2+ goals at -115.

Brazil have goal threats all over the pitch and have the momentum of 4 wins in their last 5 following Friday’s 3-0 victory over Haiti. However, Haiti had a few chances in that game, and given that was Brazil's first clean sheet in 7 games, they could be vulnerable to a Scottish attack that may need to come out firing to get a result and be assured of a place in the next round.

Both teams suffered heavy defeats last time, and we could see plenty of goals in this one too. Qatar have shipped a combined 7.8 Expected Goals in only 2 matches at this tournament, and they’ve managed 1 clean sheet across their last 8 games. As for Bosnia, they have seen both teams score in 10 of their last 11 matches and faced 11 shots on target so far at the World Cup.

Both teams are currently on 4 points but Switzerland look great value to win this one and finish top of the group. They have won 9 of their last 15 games, with a 4-3 loss to Germany the only defeat during that run. They put 4 goals past Bosnia in the 2nd half last week and seem to be oozing confidence right now.

Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in their opener and we should see more goals when they take on DR Congo. Their opponents earned a 1-1 draw with Portugal in a game where DR Congo had more shots and shots on target. That result saw them score within 90 minutes for the 18th times in their last 21, and given Colombia's game was the 4th time in their last 5 that both teams have scored, expect more strikes to find the net in this one.

Croatia may have lost to the Three Lions, but they showed enough guile and ingenuity in attack to suggest they can escape the group stage, and they can start by beating Panama. The Europeans have won 9 of their last 13 games and have won by more than 1 goal in 5 of those, proving this ageing squad still has what it takes to get the job done.

England earned a deserved 4-2 win over Croatia and should win comfortably again when they face Ghana. The Black Stars needed a last-minute winner to beat Panama and have lost 5 of their last 7 games, including a 5-1 defeat to Austria. Given how hot England look in attack, they should be able to win this one by at least 2 goals.

Portugal are capable of far better than they showed against DR Congo in that 1-1 draw, and they should be motivated to punish Uzbekistan, similar to how Spain bounced back from their 0-0 with Cape Verde by crushing Saudi Arabia 4-0. Portugal are on a 6-game unbeaten run, with 4 wins, and should have far too much for this limited Uzbekistan side.

At least 3 goals have been scored in 3 of Algeria's last 5 games, while they themselves have found the net 3 times in 4 of their last 10 games. Meanwhile, both teams have scored in 5 of Jordan's last 5 games, and they have scored in 10 of their last 11. All signs point to goals in this one.

Atlanta and San Diego are the best and 2nd-best bullpens in the league, respectively, in terms of ERA, so late-game scoring could be at a premium. However, San Diego’s pen is a bit more taxed than Atlanta’s, which ultimately could be the difference in this one.

Orioles RHP Kyle Bradish (4-7, 4.00 ERA, 1.51 WHIP) takes the ball for the O's, looking to help Baltimore to its fourth win in the past six games on the lengthy West Coast road trip. The O's have won 4 of Bradish's past 5 starts, but he is 2-4 with a 5.09 ERA in seven road starts. The Italian import LHP Sam Aldegheri (2-2, 4.50 ERA, 1.55 WHIP) works the series opener, as he makes his 4th start and 7th appearance. The offense has scored 7 or more runs in the past 3 games, averaging 9 runs per game (RPG).

A 5.05 ERA backed by a 5.77 xERA suggests Feltner doesn’t have the juice to continue holding teams to 1 or fewer runs in one of the most hitter friendly stadiums in the sport. Not to mention, the Rockies have one of the worst bullpens in the MLB behind him. 

While Norway looked hot against Iraq in their opener, Senegal is a much tougher proposition and the Lions of Teranga can hold their own for this to end as a stalemate. Norway have struggled against their last 3 top-20-ranked opponents, and after Senegal's strong first-half showing against France, they look capable of holding their own here.

The Diamondbacks are sending Merrill Kelly to the mound. He has been brutal this season. In 2 of his last 3 outings, he has given up 6 or more earned runs. The Cardinals are averaging 4.6 runs per game.

The Dodgers should have opportunities against Matthews, while the Twins are capable of answering against Lauer and a Los Angeles bullpen that could be needed early. With Minnesota’s underdog over trend supporting an already strong offensive matchup, this total has a path to double digits.

The White Sox have shown they can win close games at home, and their lineup has enough upside to put pressure on Williams and the Guardians bullpen. With Chicago’s strong home profile outweighing Cleveland’s starting pitching advantage, the White Sox are the side to play in this one.

I favor the over on the posted game total in Monday's matchup between the Mets and Cubs due to strong offensive form on both sides. New York has a 113 wRC+ against lefties across the last 30 days while Chicago has a 109 wRC+ against righties in that span. Both Imanaga and Senga have shown weaknesses this year and I expect runs from both sides.

The Brewers can stack lefties in the lineup, and lefties are hitting .324 vs Brady Singer. Woodruff is back from the IL, and the Reds' bullpen is a major liability.