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Belgium vs Canada: World Cup Group Stage Odds & Best Bets

This is a make-or-break World Cup for the Belgians as the “golden era” of Belgian football is coming to a close. They finished third in 2018, their best result ever at the World Cup, and made the quarterfinals at the 2020 Euros. Unfortunately, with the talent on the Belgium team, anything short of first place should be considered a failure at this World Cup.

This is only the second time in their history that Canada has qualified for the World Cup, the last being in 1986. However, they failed to win a match in that tournament, so they will be looking for their first win or draw at the World Cup this fall.

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Is Canada a dark horse in this tournament? Can Belgium finally lift the World Cup?

Let's dive into current betting odds to uncover the best bets and props for this Group C match between Belgium and Canada.

Belgium vs Canada Current Odds

  • 3-way handicap: Belgium (-275) | Draw (+380) | Canada (+850)
  • Draw No Bet: Belgium (-1100)| Canada (+600)
  • Over/Under Goals: Over 2.5 (-160) | Under 2.5 (+110)
  • Both Teams to Score: Yes (+100) | No (-135)

Belgium vs Canada odds are current as of Monday, Oct. 31, from BetMGM Sportsbook unless otherwise noted.

Belgium are the clear favorite in this contest as they are the number two ranked team in the FIFA World Ranking. Canada is all the way down at 41 but have recently upset two top-20 teams in Mexico and the USA, during World Cup qualifying.

Canada has a lot of young and exciting talent, but Belgium's experience and depth might be too much for the North American side to handle.

Belgium vs Canada Prediction

Belgium 3-1 Canada

The Red Devils will enter this tournament with a stacked roster. The fitness of Romelu Lukaku has been in question as he has been out for Inter Milan due to an injury, but the reports do state that he will be ready for the World Cup. He will be at the top of the Belgian attack with wingers Eden Hazard and Dries Mertens beside him.

Manchester City superstar Kevin De Bruyne leads the midfield for Belgium and is the key to the offense. His ability to pick out the right pass and control possession in the midfield will cause problems for opposing defenses.

The back three is the Achilles heel for Belgium, with veterans Jan Vertonghen and Toby Alderweireld. They are not the players they were four years ago, and without Vincent Kompany in the middle of the defense, they could be exposed on counterattacks. Luckily for the Belgian defense, they have the 2018 World Cup golden glove winner in net in Thibaut Courtois, who will also be healthy for the tournament.

Canada enters this tournament after finishing in first place in the CONCACAF World Cup qualifying. Their exciting young players Jonathan David, Tajon Buchanan, and Alphonso Davies will be on display in this tournament. The pace Davies brings as a wingback is a game-changer and will be crucial to attack Belgium on the counterattack.

Belgium vs Canada Betting Tips

Belgium has the 8th best odds to win the tournament at +1200, and they could use that as motivation to push through. It is rare that the number two ranked team in the world not be one of the top favorites to lift the cup.

Canada is only +250 to advance from the group as they have to compete with Croatia and Morocco. Belgium is expected to win the group, so the second team to advance will have to come from the other three nations.

The only other time these nations faced off was during an international friendly in 1989, which resulted in a 2-0 victory for Belgium.

Before losing to France in the semifinals, Belgium scored 14 goals. They scored nine in group stage play.

Belgium vs Canada Best Bets

➕ Both Teams to Score: Yes (+100) at BetMGM Sportsbook

WAGER: 1 Unit

The oddsmakers do not believe Canada will get on the scoresheet, but they possess enough talent and pace to impact this match. This will be a high-scoring game, and the Belgium defense is not to be trusted. Back both teams to find the back of the net in this fast-paced, exciting match.

➕Belgium to Win and Over 2.5 Total Combined Goals (-110) at BetMGM Sportsbook

WAGER: 1 Unit

Belgium will easily win this match, and if they pitch a shutout, this bet is a slight hedge from Both Teams To Score. They have the offensive firepower to score three goals against anybody they play, and the Canadian defense is nothing special. So back the Red Devils to roll in their first match of the tournament.

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