Football tips for 5 Jun 2026: Analysis of 3 key matches with a focus on the Thailand national team and today's football schedule.
On 5 June 2026, football tips include not only World Cup 2026 preparation matches but also Thailand national team's first friendly match during the June FIFA window. Let's follow the match analysis and predictions for these key games.
- FIFA Day friendly match / Kick-off at 19:30 *Live broadcast on Thairath TV Channel 32 - Thairath Sport
The "War Elephants" advanced to the final round of the 2027 Asian Cup after narrowly beating Turkmenistan 2-1 in March, marking five consecutive wins across all competitions with 17 goals scored. Under coach Anthony Hudson, the last three games saw wins over Singapore 3-2 and Sri Lanka 4-0. However, Thailand has historically struggled against Kuwait, with 4 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses, and has yet to beat an Arab nation in the last 5 matches (4 draws, 1 loss). This match marks the comeback of veteran striker Teerasil Dangda after nearly two years, competing for a spot with Jude Suntup-Bell, Theerathorn Phewpimai, and debutants Erawan Garnier and Theeraphat Pruthong.
Kuwait will face Oman following their match against Thailand in preparation for the Arabian Gulf Cup in September. Having failed to advance past the third round of the 2026 World Cup Asian qualifiers, they still secured a place in the 2027 Asian Cup finals. Under Portuguese coach Elio Sousa, their recent form is mixed with only 2 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses in 9 matches. Although scoring in their last 6 games totaling 11 goals, they conceded 12, resulting in a three-game winless streak (2 losses, 1 draw). The team focuses on new talents led by Bandar Al Barasi mixed with veterans Youssef Nasser and Mohammad Daham. However, Thailand's greater determination suggests a narrow victory.
Prediction Thailand narrowly edges out Kuwait.
- Friendly match before the 2026 World Cup / Kick-off at 07:00
The Czech Republic prepares for their second match following a 2-1 win over Kosovo, ahead of their return to the World Cup after 20 years. They advanced by penalty shootouts against Ireland and Denmark in the European playoff group D, marking five consecutive wins (including shootouts), scoring at least two goals in the last four games. They have also won 10 of their last 12 home matches. Star striker Patrik Schick returns to the starting lineup after missing the Kosovo game, teaming up with Tomas Soucek, Adam Hlozek, and Pavel Zulka.
Guatemala failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after finishing third in CONCACAF qualifying group A with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, one point behind Suriname. Their last two friendlies were losses without scoring (0-1 vs Canada and 0-7 vs Algeria). In their last nine matches, they lost five, won two, and drew two. Despite key players like captain José Pinto, playmaker Steven Robles, Olger Escobar, and striker duo Darwin Lom, they are unlikely to withstand the in-form Czech team.
Prediction Czech Republic easily defeats Guatemala.
- Friendly match before the 2026 World Cup / Kick-off at 09:00
Mexico, one of the three co-hosts of the World Cup, prepares for their 18th and ninth consecutive tournament appearance. They are in good form, unbeaten in seven matches in 2026 (5 wins, 2 draws), including recent friendlies wins over Ghana 2-0 and Australia 1-0. This match serves as their final preparation before facing South Africa, South Korea, and the Czech Republic in Group A. Some key players such as captain Edson Álvarez and star striker Raúl Jiménez are expected to rest, giving opportunities to César Montes, Santiago Giménez, and 17-year-old midfielder Gilberto Mora, the youngest player on the squad.
Serbia missed out on the 2026 World Cup after finishing third in Group K behind England and Albania with 4 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses. In 2026 friendlies, they won only against Saudi Arabia 2-1 but lost 0-3 to Spain and Cape Verde. Crucially, this squad lacks key attackers Aleksandar Mitrović, Dušan Vlahović, Luka Jović, and creative players Sergej Milinković-Savić, Filip Kostić, and Saša Lukić. Mexico's greater focus ahead of the World Cup suggests they will narrowly defeat Serbia.
Prediction Mexico edges past Serbia comfortably.