As the FIFA World Cup enters the knockout stage, every match feels different.

There are fewer second chances, more extra time, and moments that can completely change a prediction in just a few minutes. We've noticed something interesting inside the Royal x 777 World Cup Prediction Event as well. Compared with the group stage, players are becoming much more cautious. Popular teams still attract the majority of predictions, but dramatic knockout football continues to create opportunities for those willing to trust their instincts.

Over the past few days, another five matches have been settled. Each fixture carried a Rs. 25,000 prize pool, shared equally among players who predicted the correct outcome.

Here's how the latest rewards were distributed.

Argentina 2-1 England — A Stoppage-Time Winner Sends Argentina to the Final

Few matches have generated as much discussion as Argentina's dramatic semifinal against England.

The match appeared to be heading into penalties before Argentina found the decisive goal deep into stoppage time. Within minutes, our support channels filled with screenshots from players celebrating the last-minute winner. Some even admitted they had almost given up before the final whistle.

• Final Score: Argentina 2-1 England
• Prize Pool: Rs. 25,000
• Correct Predictions: 1,324 Players
• Reward Per Winner: Rs. 18.88

Sometimes patience is rewarded just as much as football knowledge.

Spain 2-0 France — A Statement Victory

France entered the semifinal as one of the tournament favorites, but Spain controlled the game from start to finish and secured a convincing 2-0 victory.

Because many players expected a much tighter contest, the number of correct predictions remained relatively low, resulting in one of the better payouts this week.

• Final Score: Spain 2-0 France
• Prize Pool: Rs. 25,000
• Correct Predictions: 624 Players
• Reward Per Winner: Rs. 40.06

Backing a confident performance instead of following public opinion proved valuable.

Argentina 3-1 Switzerland — Extra Time Makes the Difference

Quarterfinal football rarely follows the script, and this match was another example.

Argentina eventually defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time. While the final score looks comfortable on paper, players watching live know how competitive the match really was before the breakthrough arrived.

• Final Score: Argentina 3-1 Switzerland
• Prize Pool: Rs. 25,000
• Correct Predictions: 793 Players
• Reward Per Winner: Rs. 31.53

Knockout matches often reward those willing to stay confident in their original prediction, even when the game becomes unpredictable.

England 2-1 Norway — Another Extra-Time Thriller

England's quarterfinal against Norway kept supporters on edge until extra time produced the winning goal.

From our event data, this fixture attracted a wide mix of predictions. Some players expected England to progress comfortably, while others believed Norway could produce an upset. That balance led to one of the highest individual rewards of the round.

• Final Score: England 2-1 Norway
• Prize Pool: Rs. 25,000
• Correct Predictions: 534 Players
• Reward Per Winner: Rs. 46.82

It turned out to be the biggest payout among these five matches.

Spain 2-1 Belgium — A Heavyweight Clash Lives Up to Expectations

Whenever two European powerhouses meet, predicting the outcome is never straightforward.

Spain edged Belgium 2-1 after a tightly contested match that delivered exactly the kind of football fans were hoping to see. Hundreds of Royal x 777 players successfully predicted Spain's victory and shared another prize pool.

• Final Score: Spain 2-1 Belgium
• Prize Pool: Rs. 25,000
• Correct Predictions: 743 Players
• Reward Per Winner: Rs. 33.65

Another reminder that close matches can still produce rewarding prediction opportunities.

Reward Distribution

One trend has become increasingly clear as the tournament progresses. During the group stage, many players preferred to follow the favorites. In the knockout rounds, however, prediction patterns are becoming much more balanced. Extra time, tactical adjustments, and late goals make every selection a little harder—and that's exactly what creates better value for accurate predictions.

Our operations team also noticed that many returning participants now submit their picks earlier instead of waiting until the last hour before kickoff. It's a small habit, but it avoids missing the prediction window and gives players more time to think through the fixture rather than reacting to pre-match discussions on social media.

The semifinals have already delivered unforgettable moments, and the final is still to come. We're looking forward to seeing which prediction surprises everyone next. If you've been following the event, we'd love to hear which result caught you off guard—and whether your prediction made it into the winners' list this time.