World Cup 2026 Props & Predictions: Midweek Matches (June 16 + 17)

Driven by historical data and advanced performance metrics, this preview leverages the HOF app to highlight key targets: Michael Olise maintaining his elite shots on target (SoT) volume for France, a highly anticipated Erling Haaland Goal for Norway, and Lautaro Martinez driving the offense in the Argentina vs Algeria clash. Furthermore, see how HOF radar charts isolate massive tactical advantages for Portugal's offense and Harry Kane's total shots line for England. Track live player streaks, statistical graphs, and deep historical analytics directly on the HOF app.

Michael Olise 1+ Shot on Target – Tuesday June 16th, 2026 France vs Senegal

After the French national team has made back-to-back World Cup Final appearances, the stage is set for them to attempt a historic third consecutive run. France's roster once again is stacked with phenomenal talent from top leagues all around the world. While the game itself has solid value on the straight money line, it is worth noting that France has avoided defeat in nine of their last 10 games, losing only once and drawing one other.

While Senegal is an opponent that must not be overlooked, the sheer quality of France is expected to overpower what Senegal's defense is capable of handling. With that defensive matchup in mind, the focus shifts away from star striker Kylian Mbappe and toward right winger Michael Olise.

Olise enjoyed a phenomenal season at Bayern Munich, contributing 22 goals and 31 assists across all competitions. Throughout the regular club season, Olise consistently carried his form over to the international stage, where he is averaging 1.4 shots on target in his last 5 games and 1.1 shots on target (SoT) in his last 10 games. Because of this consistent output, the preferred selection for this match backs France to control the pace, with Olise recording at least one shot on target and generating multiple shots throughout the game.

Erling Haaland 1+ Goals – Tuesday June 16th, 2026 Norway vs Iraq

Erling Haaland is making his highly anticipated World Cup debut with Norway as the nation returns to the global stage. Haaland put together another phenomenal goal-scoring campaign for Manchester City, racking up 41 goals and 10 assists across all competitions this season. On the international stage, his efficiency remains terrifyingly elite; Haaland has scored 55 goals for Norway in just 50 matches, cementing his place as their all-time leading goal scorer.

The target for this matchup is an Erling Haaland goal, as the superstar striker remains hungry to showcase his lethal scoring form across both club and country. Although he did not find the back of the net in his last two outings with the national team, his scoring consistency prior to that stretch was nearly flawless, yielding a spectacular 80% goal-scoring hit rate over his last 10 games. Expect him to break through against Iraq.

Lautaro Martinez 1+ Goal or Assist – Tuesday June 16th, 2026 Algeria vs Argentina

Lionel Messi and the Argentinian national team look to protect their crown as the best in the world following their exhilarating 2022 World Cup Final victory over France. A crucial part of maintaining that dominance in this Argentina vs Algeria matchup will rely on Lautaro Martinez, who comes into this tournament in phenomenal form for both his club and his national team.

Lautaro Martinez has been a relentless offensive catalyst, averaging an impressive two shots on target per game over his last 5 games for the national team. Facing an Algeria defense trying to contain a loaded Argentinian attack, he is in a prime position to register at least one goal or an assist.

Portugal O 1.5 Team Goals – Wednesday, June 17th 2026, DR Congo vs Portugal

The Portugal squad is absolutely packed with world-class talent from top to bottom. Beyond the raw individual skill, this roster boasts excellent chemistry and executes incredibly well together as a cohesive unit.

During international qualifiers, Portugal proved to be an offensive juggernaut, scoring Team Goals consistently and averaging 2.5 goals across their last 20 games. Furthermore, across their last 5 games, they have elevated that production to an average of 3 goals per game. While that short-term average is heavily skewed due to a massive 9-1 win versus Armenia, the team's underlying metrics show they create more than enough high-quality chances to confidently clear the over 1.5 Team Goals line against DR Congo.

Harry Kane 3+ Shots – Wednesday, June 17th 2026, Croatia vs England

When evaluating Michael Olise's phenomenal season at Bayern Munich, it is impossible to ignore the player who was on the receiving end of most of those 31 assists. England international Harry Kane enjoyed a historic season of his own, scoring 64 goals to become Bayern Munich's all-season leading goal scorer.

There is very little left to prove regarding Kane's offensive instinct; whenever he touches the ball in the attacking third, it typically results in a shot. Kane is currently averaging 3.2 shots per game across his last 20 games. That volume spikes heavily on the international stage, where he is averaging 3.8 shots per game across his last 5 games. This remarkable consistency means Kane has cleared the three-shots line 80% of the time over his last 5 games, making this prop a highly reliable angle against Croatia

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