The 2026 World Cup Has Three Massive Games Today And Nobody Saw These Goal Scorer Picks Coming

Alright, Emerald City faithful, gather 'round! Today, Tuesday, June 16, is gonna be absolutely WILD for us soccer fanatics, even without our Sounders on the pitch. We're talking about three of the world's biggest goalscorers hitting center stage for four group-stage matches in the 2026 World Cup. If you're anything like me, you've been glued to the TV, tracking every kick, and this is where the tournament really starts heating up. We're diving deep into the anytime goalscorer props, because while the big names are obvious, there are some value plays that could make this Tuesday even sweeter.

Mbappe Kicks Off Third World Cup, But Keep An Eye on Dembele

First up, we've got Kylian Mbappe, the man who snagged the Golden Boot back in 2022 when France finished as runners-up. He's kicking off his third World Cup run against Senegal at 3 p.m. ET. Yeah, Mbappe is always a solid bet, priced at -105 at FanDuel, and he's probably gonna draw defenders like a magnet. But that's exactly why you need to keep your eyes peeled for Ousmane Dembele. He's the real value play here at +170 on FanDuel. Dembele, at 29 years old, isn't just some bench warmer. He absolutely lit it up for Paris Saint-Germain in 2025-26, bagging 20 goals and nine assists in 39 matches across all competitions, even though he only started 25 of those. While he's only got seven goals in 59 international matches, this guy has elite finishing ability. With Mbappe demanding so much attention, Dembele is set to benefit big time. This pick screams smart fan move.

Haaland's Debut, Monster Stats, And A Norwegian Power Play

Next up, at 6 p.m. ET, it's Erling Haaland's World

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Cup debut! Yeah, you read that right. The man, the myth, the legend. He leads Norway against Iraq, and believe me, we're all ready to see what he does on the biggest stage. This guy is a scoring machine, with more goals (55) than matches played (50) for Norway, making him the team's all-time leading scorer at just 25 years old. Haaland is almost destined to score. But, just like with Mbappe, Haaland is going to be the absolute focal point for Iraq's defense. He's priced way up at -220 on FanDuel. That's why we're looking at Alexander Sorloth as the shrewd pick at -105 on FanDuel. Norway captain Martin Odegaard is smart enough to find other options, and Sorloth is a beast, too. He's got 26 goals in 72 international games and put up 20 goals in all competitions for Atletico Madrid in 2025-26. Iraq's recent form of 2-1-3 in their past six games suggests Norway will have chances, and Sorloth is primed to cash in.

Messi Leads The Reigning Champs Into Action

And as if that wasn't enough, the GOAT himself, Lionel Messi, takes the field at 9 p.m. ET! The reigning World Cup champions, Argentina, are facing Algeria. Messi, at -120 on FanDuel, is obviously a strong pick and a must-watch. When a player of his caliber is on the pitch, leading his national team, you know it's going to be electric. Rounding out the day, Austria and Jordan will meet in a Group J match at midnight ET, though they don't have the same scoring firepower as these other squads. So, there you have it, folks! Day 6 of the World Cup is absolutely loaded with action. Whether you're tailing the picks from SportsLine experts like Jon Eimer, Martin Green, and Brad Thomas, or just watching the beautiful game unfold, this Tuesday is appointment viewing. Enjoy the ride, Seattle!

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