TODAY'S PREDICTIONS
KURTIS LARSON
Australia 1, Peru 0
The Socceroos have something to play for. Peru doesn’t. The Aussies will give themselves a chance to advance.
France 2, Denmark 0
Le Bleus need to win to avoid meeting Croatia. Denmark will keep keep things tight but you have to think French quality wins out.
Iceland 1, Croatia 1
The Nordic nation can’t get it done regardless of Croatia likely resting players ahead of next round.
Nigeria 2, Argentina 1
Just can’t see shambolic Argentina getting things right on such short notice.
DAN BILICKI
Australia 1, Peru 0
Can Peru play spoiler? It’s all the South Americans have left and probably won’t be enough motivation.
France 3, Denmark 2
The Danes have been game in this tournament so far, but France has far more quality. Denmark will still advance, though.
Croatia 1, Iceland 0
Even if Croatia should rest some key players having essentially clinched first, Iceland will still have trouble in attack.
Argentina 2, Nigeria 1
For all the flack we’ve rightfully given Argentina, a win here and it’s likely in. Sure, it could blow it completely, but Messi will provide a rescue.
PAUL CHAPMAN
Peru 2, Australia 1
Peru has played some of the most attractive soccer but has nothing to show for it. They’re done, and the Aussies still have a chance to go through, but I think Peru’s technical excellence pays off.
France 2, Denmark 0
France didn’t get off to the greatest start but they have steadily improved. Griezmann is looking ever sharper and France has too much in attack here.
Iceland 1, Croatia 1
Iceland needs a win to leapfrog Nigeria, and normally you’d suggest that was out of reach, but Croatia will just be looking to get through without injury or suspension.
Nigeria 1, Argentina 1
A fascinating game as Nigeria looked so dangerous in attack in beating Iceland but at some point Messi has to break out, right?
DEREK VAN DIEST
Peru 2, Australia 1
Australia has an outside chance of advancing, but are going up against a team in Peru with nothing to lose and a lot of pride to salvage.
France, 2, Denmark 0
France has yet to look like contenders with narrow wins against Australia and Peru. They’ll get their act together against Denmark and look impressive in victory.
Nigeria 1, Argentina 1
Argentina still have a chance to advance with a victory over Nigeria, but there hasn’t been anything in their play so far to suggest they’ll be able to beat the Super Eagles.
Croatia 2, Iceland 0
Croatia has been the class of the group so far and will finish off in style with a win over a game, but vastly inferior team from Iceland.