The first international break of the season is here, and with it comes the start of an exciting journey toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

This week kicks off the qualification campaign with some mouth-watering fixtures that should provide plenty of betting opportunities for those looking to get involved.

📅 04/09/2025

✅ Slovakia vs Germany

Slovakia face a mountain to climb as they welcome four-time World Cup winners Germany to kick off their Group A campaign.

While the hosts will be hoping for a miracle on home soil, the reality is that this German side looks rejuvenated and hungry.

All eyes will be on Florian Wirtz, the wonderkid who’s been setting the Premier League alight.

Germany have been building momentum, and despite Slovakia’s decent home defensive record, the class difference should show. The Germans have too much quality across the pitch, and I’m backing them to start their World Cup journey with a statement win.

Best Bet: Germany to Win & Over 2.5 Goals

📅 04/09/2025

✅ Kazakhstan vs Wales – Group J

Looking at the Group J table, this is shaping up to be a crucial encounter. Wales currently sit second with 7 points from 4 games, trailing North Macedonia by just one point. Kazakhstan, meanwhile, are struggling near the bottom with only 3 points and a poor goal difference of -1.

Kazakhstan at home can be tricky customers, but Wales’ superior quality should prevail.

Best Bet: Wales to Win & Harry Wilson to Score

📅 04/09/2025

✅ Georgia vs Turkey

This is where things get really interesting. Georgia, the surprise package of Euro 2024, face a Turkey side that’s been on an upward trajectory.

Remember Georgia’s incredible Euro 2024 run? The Crusaders didn’t just qualify for their first major tournament – they made it all the way to the Round of 16, where they gave eventual champions Spain a real scare before bowing out.

Turkey went one better at the Euros, reaching the quarter-finals before falling to the Netherlands. But they’ve continued that momentum with a successful UEFA Nations League campaign, earning promotion to League A for the first time in their history.

Best Bet: Both Teams to Score