Best World Cup Player Props Predictions for June 19

Important:

If you intend to follow our World Cup player prop picks, we advise you to wait for the lineups to make sure the players targeted are going to start the match. We provide our tips earlier to give you enough time to prepare, but staying patient and checking the starters is pivotal for player props.

USA vs. Australia: Balogun 2+ Shots on Target and USA 4+ shots on target (+120)

Both USA and Australia started the World Cup with a win, but the performances were very different. The hosts dominated Paraguay from start to finish, delivering 17 total shots (6 on target) and trashing their opponents by 4-1.

In the meantime, Australia allowed 27 shots against Turkey but scored twice and kept firm at the back for a 2-0 victory. Luck and Turkey’s wastefulness in front of goal played a big role, but the Socceroos won’t care about that.

They will again play at the backfoot for most of the game against USA, and I expect the home team to create plenty of chances. Folarin Balogun is the most likely beneficiary, as he was on fire in the opening match, scoring twice against Paraguay.

The striker is full of confidence and should have opportunities against Australia, so I’m more than happy to back him for 2+ shots on target. To boost the odds even further, I combined that with USA producing 4+ shots on target as a whole.

If the team dominates possession as I expect them to, both lines should be covered rather comfortably.

Turkey vs. Paraguay: Arda Guler to Score or Assist (+105)

Turkey looked great against Australia at times, but they ultimately allowed two goals and failed to capitalize on a number of chances. The team will need to improve in both boxes to progress to the next stage.

The next game is Turkey’s big chance to win, as they face the USA in the last match. They don’t want to enter this one in a must-win situation, so a victory against Paraguay will be crucial.

I expect the European team to control the tempo and create more chances. Paraguay will likely sit back, defend in numbers, and hope to hit Turkey on the counter.

That’s a solid plan, but I’m a big believer in Arda Guler. The youngster has shown composure in key moments for Real Madrid, so he can certainly do it for Turkey as well.

Guler is the nation’s main playmaker, a dangerous goalscorer, and the designated set-piece taker. Chances are, he will be involved if Turkey scores. That’s why I’m more than happy to back Guler to score or assists in this match to my best World Cup player props today.