Another four matches are on the schedule as Groups I and J begin their World Cup campaigns.
Can France and Argentina start with convincing victories, or are we about to witness another round of World Cup surprises?
Samui Unlocked Predictions
🇫🇷 France vs 🇸🇳 Senegal
Prediction: France 3 - 1 Senegal
Senegal have enough quality to cause problems, but France possess too much firepower across the pitch. Expect an entertaining game with goals at both ends.
Winner: France
🇮🇶 Iraq vs 🇳🇴 Norway
Prediction: Iraq 1 - 2 Norway
Norway will look to control possession and create chances through their attacking talent. Iraq won't make it easy, but Norway should edge a close contest.
Winner: Norway
🇦🇷 Argentina vs 🇩🇿 Algeria
Prediction: Argentina 3 - 0 Algeria
Argentina enter the match as clear favourites. Algeria are capable of defending well, but Argentina should have enough quality to break through and take all three points.
Winner: Argentina
🇦🇹 Austria vs 🇯🇴 Jordan
Prediction: Austria 2 - 0 Jordan
Austria have become a very organised side in recent years and should have enough discipline and attacking threat to secure a comfortable win.
Winner: Austria
Prediction Summary
- 🇫🇷 France 3 - 1 Senegal 🇸🇳
- 🇮🇶 Iraq 1 - 2 Norway 🇳🇴
- 🇦🇷 Argentina 3 - 0 Algeria 🇩🇿
- 🇦🇹 Austria 2 - 0 Jordan 🇯🇴
Will the favourites deliver, or will the World Cup continue its habit of making prediction writers look silly?
We'll find out soon enough.