FIFA World Cup Goal Scorer Tips Wednesday 17th June: Kane to Get Off the Mark?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been a treat so far, with the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, and Lionel Messi shining on the grandest stage.

We have more mouth-watering matches to look forward to, with Portugal playing DR Congo, England and Croatia locking horns, and Ghana facing Panama. Who will get on the scoresheet today? Check out our FIFA World Cup goal scorer tips and predictions.

Can Ronaldo Follow in Messi’s Footsteps?

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are regarded by many as the two greatest players of all time. Ronaldo is 41, and Messi is 38, but the pair continue to defy logic. Messi kicked off his World Cup campaign with a superb hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 victory over Algeria.

Ronaldo is now ready to start his World Cup campaign, as Portugal face Congo at NRG Stadium in Group K. This will be the famous No. 7’s sixth World Cup and likely to be his last.

Portugal and Ronaldo are looking to get off to a flying start. Big things are expected of Roberto Martinez’s men in North America, as they are right up there with the outright favourites to win the competition.

Ronaldo may be in his 40s, but the Al-Nassr ace is always hungry, and we fancy the Portuguese captain to start his World Cup with a goal in Houston. Check out 10Bet’s World Cup odds of 47/20 for Ronaldo to score first.

Cristiano Ronaldo to Score First: 47/20

Kane to Net in an England Victory?

England begin their World Cup tournament with a Group L fixture with fellow European nation Croatia. The meeting at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington is arguably the standout opening game of the competition.

After a stunning scoring season with his club, all eyes will be on Harry Kane this summer. The Three Lions captain has been instrumental for his nation in recent years, with his goals taking England to a World Cup semi-final and two UEFA European Championship finals.

Looking at the latest World Cup Golden Boot odds, Kane is right in the mix. After watching Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland kick off their tournaments in style, the Bayern Munich goal machine will be desperate to follow suit.

Croatia could be a tough nut to crack in Texas, but Thomas Tuchel’s boys are the bookies’ favourites to take all three points. Kane is in our goal scorer tips today, and there is good value in 7/2 for the skipper to score first in an England win.

Harry Kane to Score First & England Win: 7/2

Semenyo to Shine in Toronto

While the Ghana vs Panama matchup might not be the most exciting fixture of the day, the Group L game is just as important for the nations involved. Who will get the win at BMO Field?

According to the latest World Cup Group L odds, England and Croatia are expected to battle it out for the top two spots, while Ghana and Panama aim for third and a potential place in the knockouts. That makes this meeting in Toronto vital for both teams.

Ghana have some top players, with Manchester City’s Antoine Semenyo topping the bill. The attacker hit the ground running at the Etihad Stadium after making the move from Bournemouth, and he could have a huge part to play for Ghana in the 2026 World Cup.

Semenyo will be in many people’s anytime goal scorer tips and bets today, and he is more than capable of stealing the show at BMO Field. We are backing the Man City ace to get on the scoresheet, and the 26-year-old is available at the solid price of 21/10 to net anytime.

Antoine Semenyo to Score Anytime: 3/1

Odds taken from 10Bet at 09:45 UK time, on 17 June 2026.