Chris Fallica Backs Morocco and France in 2 World Cup Round of 16 Bets

2 articles · Updated · FOX Sports · Jul 2

Match Day 24 opens the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, and Chris "The Bear" Fallica says he is wagering on Morocco to advance against Canada and on France to beat Paraguay.
Morocco is his tighter call: he expects a level first half before Morocco finds a second-half winner, while saying the -265 price to advance suggests either bookmakers underrate Morocco or Canada is a live underdog.
France is his stronger position, with Fallica arguing Paraguay’s win over Germany reflected Germany’s flaws more than Paraguay’s strength and that Les Bleus are on a different level after creating enough chances to score six against Sweden.
The picks come as the knockout stage begins this weekend, shifting the tournament from group play into single-elimination matches where Fallica says it is "crunch time."