Football expert Chris Sutton has predicted the outcomes of all 104 matches for the 2026 World Cup. He faces off against an AI powered by Microsoft Copilot Chat, which topped the BBC Premier League Predictions League last season. The two sources offer contrasting views on the opening group games, starting with Mexico's opener against South Africa.

Sutton expects Mexico to edge a 1-0 win at the Azteca Stadium, despite concerns over their aging striker Raul Jimenez. In other matchups, he predicts Brazil will beat Morocco 2-1 under Carlo Ancelotti. Scotland faces a tough test against Haiti, where Sutton forecasts a 2-1 victory for the Scots to help them reach the knockout stages.

One notable storyline involves Curacao, the smallest nation ever to qualify based on population and size. They face Germany under 78-year-old coach Dick Advocaat, who will be the oldest coach in World Cup history. Sutton expects a 3-0 win for Germany, while the AI agrees on the scoreline for this specific match.

Other picks include a 1-1 draw between the USA and Paraguay and a 2-2 stalemate between Australia and Turkey. These predictions set the stage for a tournament where co-hosts seek their first major wins. The BBC has launched a predictor game for fans to challenge these forecasts.