Analysis and forecasts for the next matches of the 2026 World Cup: England vs Croatia, Portugal vs DR Congo

The 2026 World Championship is gaining momentum, and we take a look at the next matches scheduled for the seventh day of the tournament. The highlights include England vs. Croatia and Portugal vs. DR Congo. Football experts from The Athletic, supported by a modern algorithm, present their predictions. In the first match, England will face Croatia. Experts predict fierce competition, but most point to the English as the favorites. The team from the British Isles is in solid form, and key figures such as Harry Kane can determine the outcome of the match.  The second important match is the clash between Portugal and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Here, too, the Portuguese are seen as the clear favorites. Coach Roberto Martinez has a wide squad full of talented players, including Cristiano Ronaldo, who is still one of the most important players in the team. The Athletic's algorithm also predicts a win for Portugal, highlighting their strong midfield and attacking versatility. In turn, DR Congo will try to surprise their rivals with their discipline and game structure, although for now Portugal is expected to triumph. We invite you to follow our daily forecasts and join the fun of predicting the results, which is very popular among our readers. Will the experts manage to maintain their dominance over the other participants? Time will tell. --- ## Related Articles 1. [브라질 vs 아이티: 월드컵 조별리그 경기 시청 방법](https://taegeukgoal.com/ko/news/vs-4) 2. [멕시코, 월드컵 16강 진출 확정](https://taegeukgoal.com/ko/news/16-3)