Category: Women’s World Cup Picks and Predictions

2023 Women’s World Cup: South Africa vs. Italy odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s South Africa vs. Italy odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

In a Group G matchup, South Africa (0-1-1) and Italy (1-0-1) meet Wednesday in the 2023 Women’s World Cup at Wellington Regional Stadium in New Zealand. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 a.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the South Africa vs. Italy odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

South Africa suffered a 2-1 setback against Sweden in the opener on July 23 and played to a 2-2 draw against Argentina Thursday. With a win and a little help, South Africa can play its way into the Round of 16.

Italy was thrashed 5-0 by Sweden last time out, splashing cold water on last Monday’s 1-0 victory over Argentina. The Azzurri have an ugly minus-4 goal differential, so it basically loses any tiebreaker. As such, a draw would likely not cut it if Argentina were to upend Sweden.

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South Africa vs. Italy odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 11:13 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: South Africa +375 (bet $100 to win $375) | Italy -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Draw +280 (Bet $100 to win $280)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U: -120)

South Africa vs. Italy picks and predictions

Prediction

Italy 2, South Africa 1

Moneyline (ML)

ITALY (-150) will need all hands on deck as it looks to recover from a 5-0 beating from Sweden. It cannot rely upon a draw to get through to the Round of 16 based on an ugly goal differential, so it will be pushing hard on offense trying to break through and South Africa hasn’t offered much resistance to date, conceding 4 goals through 2 matches.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 GOALS (-120) will cost you a little extra, but it’s the best play on the board. The Over-Under has split across 2 games to date for Italy while the Over has cashed in both fixtures for South Africa.

I like ITALY TO WIN AND BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (+240) for a chance to more than double up, too. In addition, play the “multiple correct score” prop, considering ITALY 2:1, 3:1 OR 4:1 (+350) for a shot at multiplying your initial wager by 3 1/2 times.

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2023 Women’s World Cup: Argentina vs. Sweden odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Argentina vs. Sweden odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Argentina (0-1-1 / W-D-L) takes on Sweden (2-0-0) Wednesday in each nation’s final 2023 Women’s World Cup group stage match. Kickoff from FMG Stadium Waikato is set for 3 a.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Argentina vs. Sweden odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Argentina opened its World Cup play with a 1-0 loss to Italy on July 24. It ended with just 1 shot on target and 47% of the possession. Against a weaker South Africa, Argentina made a dynamic comeback, scoring 2 goals after the 70th minute to tie the match at 2. Argentina had as many shots and 1 more shot on goal than South Africa. Argentina ranks 28th in the FIFA Women’s Rankings.

Sweden, the favorite in Group G, beat South Africa 2-1 but needed to pull off the come-from-behind win after getting down 1-0 in the 48th minute. It had 5 more shots and 2 more on frame than South Africa. It then blasted Italy, winning 5-0 Saturday. Sitting 3rd in the world rankings, Sweden is among the favorites to win the World Cup.

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Argentina vs. Sweden odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 10:21 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Argentina +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | Sweden -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -125)

Argentina vs. Sweden picks and predictions

Prediction

Sweden 3, Argentina 0

Moneyline (ML)

PASS. LEAN BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE – NO (-145).

Sweden blasted an Italian side that ranks 16th in the world and also had beaten Argentina. In doing so, it allowed just two shots on goal. That’s an impressive performance.

While South Africa managed to break through, it had just 4 shots on goal against Sweden, netting 1. Argentina’s offense hasn’t been great and should struggle against a top side like Sweden, as it had just 1 shot on goal against Italy.

The moneyline plays are either too improbable or too expensive to play, but considering Argentina’s lack of consistent offense, take BOTH TEAMS NOT TO SCORE (-145).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-115).

The Swedish attack took a little bit to get going in its 1st game, but in its last 135 minutes (game and a half), it has 7 goals. It has scored 3 or more in 3 of its last 4 games and has scored 5 or more in 2 of its last 4.

Sweden has scored at least 3 goals in 4 of 7 games in 2023. There’s no reason to believe it will slow down even if it gets up by a goal or 2 against Argentina.

While Argentina is unlikely to score, and even the odds for both teams to score insinuate that, Sweden has allowed a goal in 4 of its last 5 games as well, making it reasonable to think Argentina could get on the board.

While Under this total has been hot in the tournament, in games in which one of these teams has performed, it is 3-1 O/U. Take OVER 2.5 (-115).

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2023 Women’s World Cup: Haiti vs. Denmark odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Haiti vs. Denmark odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Haiti (0 wins, 2 losses, 0 draws) takes on Denmark (1-1-0) in each nation’s final 2023 Women’s World Cup group stage match. Kickoff from nib Stadium is set for 7 a.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Haiti vs. Denmark odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Haiti has been eliminated from the knockout stage but has actually outperformed expectations in the World Cup, losing both its Group D matches just 1-0. It lost to England on July 22, ending with 7 shots and 2 on frame despite just 25% of the game’s possession. And it lost 1-0 to China, but had just 1 fewer shot and 46% possession. Haiti is 53rd in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings.

Denmark, No. 13 in theFIFA women rankings, has its future in its hands. Both Denmark and China have 3 points with England already advancing. Both also have a 0-goal differential. Denmark beat China 1-0 last Saturday then lost 1-0 to England Friday. Against England, it had 2 fewer shots on goal and 29% possession. Denmark has been strong defensively, but it hasn’t had the offensive showing expected.

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Haiti vs. Denmark odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 1:33 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Haiti +800 (bet $100 to win $800) | Denmark -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Draw +425 (bet $100 to in $400)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: -105)

Haiti vs. Denmark picks and predictions

Prediction

Denmark 2, Haiti 0

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

The books do not expect Haiti to get its 1st World Cup goal here.

The odds for both teams not to score is (-190). That is unplayable, as is Denmark to win with its back against the wall and needing a dominant win to solidify its spot in the knockout round. However, at (-300), there’s just no value in betting the favorite to win outright.

Haiti has shown little offensively and lost 2-1 in both of its 2023 matches against World Cup-caliber sides (South Korea and Nigeria). It isn’t worth a play as a heavy underdog.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-105).

Every game in Group D has gone Under this total. Haiti has lost 1-0 twice and Denmark has won 1-0 and lost 1-0. Haiti is highly unlikely to score. It hasn’t faced a top-15 side outside of World Cup play in the last 12 months. It doesn’t have the technical ability to finish or even get to the final third consistently.

That would mean Denmark needs 3, but it has just 1 goal throughout 2 matches. Denmark has just 4 shots on goal through 2 games which is telling considering it had 56% of the possession against China. It should dominate the ball, but it has scored 3 goals in just 1 of its last 11 matches.

Haiti hasn’t been able to attack or score, but it has allowed just 2 goals through 2 games, both times taking on teams either better or at Denmark’s level. Considering it all, take the UNDER 2.5 (-105).

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2023 Women’s World Cup: China vs. England odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s China vs. England odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

In a Group D matchup, China (1-1-0 / W-L-D) and England (2-0-0) meet Tuesday in the 2023 Women’s World Cup at Coopers Stadium in Hindmarsh, South Australia. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 a.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the China vs. England odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

China opened its World Cup with a 1-0 setback against Denmark in the opener, and it returned the favor with a 1-0 victory over Group D doormat Haiti last time out on Friday despite playing a majority of the match with just 10 players.

China needs a win and a Denmark draw or loss to Haiti, or a draw and a Denmark loss, to advance to the Round of 16. China hasn’t won back-to-back games at the Women’s World Cup since 1999.

England opened the World Cup with a 1-0 win against Haiti in the opener, and it also posted a 1-0 victory against Denmark on Friday. That victory came with a big price, however, as midfielder Keira Walsh suffered a knee injury. The good news is that tests showed she didn’t suffer an ACL injury, but the bad news is that Walsh is out for this match.

England isn’t quite through just yet, but a draw or a win will punch its ticket to the knockout stages. It can even advance with a loss, depending on the goal differential.

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China vs. England odds

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  • Moneyline: China +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | England -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Draw +320 (Bet $100 to win $320)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +105 | U: -145)

China vs. England picks and predictions

Prediction

England 1, China 0

Moneyline (ML)

England (-225) will cost you over 2 times your potential return, and that’s a little too expensive. First off, “The Lionesses” do not need a victory to advance, but simply a draw. It remains to be seen whether it will be pushing super hard, or if it will simply be satisfied with a lower-scoring draw. And missing Walsh also messes up the chemistry a bit.

PASS.

Over/Under (O/U)

I feel as if UNDER 2.5 GOALS (-145) is a slam-dunk play. Based on the results in each of the 1st 2 matches for both sides, however, I’d roll the dice on UNDER 1.5 GOALS (+210) for a chance to more than double up, too.

If you’re really adventurous, playing 1 EXACT TOTAL GOAL (+310) for a chance to more than triple up is also worth a look.

Playing the “multiple correct score” prop with ENGLAND 1:0, 2:0 OR 3:0 (+135) at plus-money is also an attractive play.

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2023 Women’s World Cup: Vietnam vs. Netherlands odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Vietnam vs. Netherlands odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

In a Group E matchup, Vietnam (0-2-0 / W-L-D) and Netherlands (1-0-1) meet Tuesday in the 2023 Women’s World Cup at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin, New Zealand. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 a.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Vietnam vs. Netherlands odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Vietnam heads into this match with no hope of advancing to the Round of 16 after a 3-0 setback to the United States, and a 2-0 loss against Portugal last time out on Thursday. Vietnam was surprisingly effective on defense against Portugal, allowing just the 2 goals on 29 shot attempts and 9 shots on target.

Netherlands snuck by Portugal by a 1-0 count in the opener, before playing a spirited 1-1 draw against the USWNT on Wednesday. A win or a draw gets the Dutch side into the Round of 16, but a win and a strong goal differential could help it secure the group’s top spot.

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Vietnam vs. Netherlands odds

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  • Moneyline: Vietnam +5000 (bet $100 to win $5,000) | Netherlands -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100) | Draw +1850 (Bet $100 to win $1,750)
  • Over/Under: 4.5 (O: +105 | U: -145)

Vietnam vs. Netherlands picks and predictions

Prediction

Netherlands 5, Vietnam 0

Moneyline (ML)

Netherlands (-5000) will cost you 50 times your potential return, which is not a recommended betting strategy. In other words, you must risk $100 for every $2 won. There is never a reason to bet such a heavy favorite.

The Dutch side should be comfortably into the knockout stages, but Netherlands also needs to impress. The USWNT is facing Portugal, which is a much more difficult side, while the Dutch can really light it up against an inferior opponent. Netherlands trails the USWNT by 2 in the goal differential department.

A better play is taking NETHERLANDS AND OVER 4.5 COMBINED GOALS SCORED (+100) at even money in the “match result and total goals” prop category.

Over/Under (O/U)

Take a chance on OVER 4.5 GOALS (+105) at plus-money.

Netherlands will be looking to impress, emptying the tank trying to score as many goals as possible in an attempt to surpass the USWNT in goal differential.

In addition, I think Netherlands could start a little slow, but it will pour it on in the 2nd half. As a result, playing 2ND HALF – HALF WITH MOST GOALS (-125) is a worthwhile prop to play.

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2023 Women’s World Cup: Portugal vs. USA odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Portugal vs. USA odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Portugal (1 win, 1 loss, 0 draws) battles the USA (1-0-1) Tuesday in each nation’s final Women’s World Cup group stage match. Kickoff from Eden Park is set for 3 a.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Portugal vs. USA odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Portugal opened up its Group E play with a 1-0 loss to the Netherlands. It had just 1 shot on goal and 2 shots in that match, owning just 43% of the possession. It had a better showing in a 2-0 win over Vietnam Thursday with 29 shots and 9 on target with 70% possession. Portugal is 21st in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings.

With the Netherlands heavy favorites to beat Vietnam, it will likely advance. So a draw won’t be enough for Portugal to advance; it must beat the USA. Otherwise, the USA will advance.

USA sits atop the FIFA Women’s rankings, but didn’t play like No. 1 in a 1-1 draw with the Netherlands. It had just 43% of the game’s possession. It did end with 13 more shots and 3 more on target than Netherlands. USA also has a 3-0 win over Vietnam under its belt.

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Portugal vs. USA odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 12:48 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Portugal +950 (bet $100 to win $950) | USA -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Draw +425 (bet $100 to win $425)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U: -115)

Portugal vs. USA picks and predictions

Prediction

USA 2, Portugal 0

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

There’s really no team-specific value to play here. There’s heavy juice on the USA, as there should be. The bet for both teams not to score is (-225) and also has too much juice to consider.

The USA hasn’t played like the best team in the world, but the technical abilities are still there. Against a team outside the top 20 in the world, USA should be able to use that advance to win.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-115).

The books do not expect Portugal to score. That’s fine, but with that in mind, they would be assuming the USA scores 3 or more times for the Over.

USA has not shown that type of finishing in the final 3rd to assume it can do that. It scored 3 times on Vietnam and had just 7 shots on target. It then had just 4 shots on target against Netherlands.

Portugal played the Netherlands well, holding it just to just 5 shots on target, and should have success defensively against the USA. Similarly, the USA has yet to allow a goal this World Cup and has given up just 1 shot on target. It should hold Portugal scoreless.

USA scored 2 or fewer goals in 6 straight games prior to the World Cup. Take UNDER 2.5 (-115).

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2023 Women’s World Cup: Ireland vs. Nigeria odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Ireland vs. Nigeria odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

In a Group B matchup, Ireland (0-2-0 / W-L-D) and Nigeria (1-0-1) meet Monday in the 2023 Women’s World Cup at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, Australia. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 a.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Ireland vs. Nigeria odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

With no points in the 1st 2 matches, the Republic of Ireland cannot advance out of the group stages, but it can affect Nigeria and its bid for the Round of 16. It’s been an ugly tourney so far for Ireland, falling 1-0 to host Australia, while Canada doubled it up 2-1 on Wednesday.

Katie McCabe scored at 4′ to give the Girls in Green the first lead of the tournament, and she was, in fact, the first Irishwoman to ever score in the World Cup.

Nigeria can win Group B with a victory in this 1st-ever meeting between the 2 nations. A 3-2 victory over Australia has the Super Falcons in tremendous shape to advance to the Round of 16 with a win or a draw.

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Ireland vs. Nigeria odds

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  • Moneyline: Ireland +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | Nigeria +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Draw +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: -120)

Ireland vs. Nigeria picks and predictions

Prediction

Nigeria 2, Ireland 1

Moneyline (ML)

NIGERIA (+120) entered this tournament simply looking to advance to the knockout stages, but it now controls its own destiny and can win Group B.

Win or lose, Ireland (+210) is going home after this match, and it remains to be seen how interested it will be in simply playing spoiler against a nation it has no history against.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 GOALS (-115) might be the best play on the board.

Ireland has nothing to lose, and could be going all out trying to end its World Cup on a positive note. We’ll see how it comes out early on.

Nigeria is playing to win the group, and will be running wild trying to put itself into the best position. Neither side is particularly gifted in the defensive end. We saw a total of 5 goals in Nigeria’s win over Australia last time out, while Ireland cashed the Over 2.5 goals last time out in a 2-1 setback to Canada.

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2023 Women’s World Cup: Canada vs. Australia odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Canada vs. Australia odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

In a Group B matchup, Canada (1-0-1 / W-L-D) and Australia (1-1-0) meet Monday in the 2023 Women’s World Cup at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium in Australia. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 a.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Canada vs. Australia odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Canada is tied atop the Group B table with Nigeria at 4 points. It played a scoreless draw against Nigeria in the opening match, and it racked up a 2-1 win over the Republic of Ireland Wednesday. A win gets Canada through to the Round of 16, while it can also draw and receive help to get through.

Australia has 3 points, and is very much alive for the Round of 16. It needs a win, however, and it plays in Melbourne in front of its throng of supporting fans. The Matildas topped Ireland 1-0 in the opening match, and they were stunned 3-2 by Nigeria Thursday.

The good news for Australia is that captain Sam Kerr (calf) appears to be fit after missing the 1st 2 games due to a calf injury.

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Canada vs. Australia odds

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  • Moneyline: Canada +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Australia +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Draw +225 (bet $100 to win $225)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +110 | U: -155)

Canada vs. Australia picks and predictions

Prediction

Australia 1, Canada 1

Moneyline (ML)

Canada (+220) has the opportunity to go through, but Australia (+120) is obviously not going to make it easy for them. The Matildas are on their home pitch and they’ll be desperate trying to get the win, and get through to the next round.

DRAW (+225) is the best play on the board, and you can multiply your initial wager by more than 2 times in the process.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 GOALS (-155) is a little on the expensive side, but it’s a good play. Canada won’t be pressing too much, as it simply needs a draw to get through. Australia might have a little more desperation on the offensive end, especially if it finds itself behind late. But Under is the way to go, as goals should be at a premium in this all-important clash.

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2023 Women’s World Cup: Japan vs. Spain odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Japan vs. Spain odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Japan (2 wins, 0 losses, 0 draws) battles Spain (2-0-0) in the Group C match Monday. Kickoff from Wellington Regional Stadium is set for 3 a.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Japan vs. Spain odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Group C has already been decided with both Spain and Japan advancing. Spain has a +8 goal differential while Japan has a +7 goal differential, so a draw would leave Spain as the top nation from the group.

Spain beat Costa Rica 3-0 on July 21. It then took down Zambia 5-0 on  Wednesday. Spain’s strength so far has been its defense, allowing just 2 shots on goal through 2 matches. It also has an unheard-of 68 shots through the 2 games. Spain is 6th in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings.

Japan sits 11th and has been equally as impressive. It commenced its World Cup action with a 5-0 win over Zambia, limiting its opponent to 0 shots. Japan has 11 shots on target (25 in total). Against Costa Rica, it allowed 2 shots on target and had 12 itself.

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Japan vs. Spain odds

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  • Moneyline: Japan +320 (bet $100 to win $320) | Spain -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Draw +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +130 | U: -185)

Japan vs. Spain picks and predictions

Prediction

Spain 2, Japan 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS. LEAN BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (+115).

Both Japan and Spain have shown clinical finishing in opening 2 matches. Each scored at least 2 goals and while the competition should be stiffer for both sides here, the offensive efficiency should still be there.

Spain has looked several tiers above its opponent while Japan hasn’t looked as dominant, although still performing well. Pass on the Spain money and any other team-specific play.

Given the finishing we’ve seen from both nations, take BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (+115).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (+130).

Japan has a more formidable defense than Zambia or Costa Rice, but Spain has topped 20 shots in each match. It will be able to continue to pepper the goal Monday.

Spain had scored at least 2 goals in every match of 2023 (having played 8 leading up to the World Cup). It had scored 3 or more in 6 of those. Its offense has consistently dominated in 2023.

Japan also had 20+ shots in each match and has scored in 3 of its 4 matches leading up to the World Cup, scoring multiple goals in 3 of the 4 as well.

Considering the strength of both sides, take OVER 2.5 (+130).

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2023 Women’s World Cup: Costa Rica vs. Zambia odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Costa Rica vs. Zambia odds and lines, with Women’s World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Costa Rica (0-2-0 / W-L-D) faces Zambia (0-2-0) Monday as Group C play comes to an end. Kickoff from Waikato Stadium is at 3 a.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Costa Rica vs. Zambia odds, and make our best Women’s World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Costa Rica and Zambia came into this World Cup with little chance to advance and after 2 games everyone knows why. Neither team has scored a goal in the tournament and have yet to score a point. Monday will be the their last chance to go home on a high note.

Zambia lost both their matches by a whopping 5 goals, which is not surprising since Spain and Japan are serious competition for a Zambia team making their debut in the World Cup and ranked 77th in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings.

Zambia started this tournament reeling after their goalkeeper Hazel Nali got injured days before the World Cup began, and in the waning minutes of their opening loss to Japan their backup goalie received a red card disqualifying her from playing against Spain. But still the Zambia defense allowed 22 shots, 13 of which were on goal, a tough ask for any goalie.

Costa Rica, 36th in the FIFA rankings, bounced back from a poor performance against Spain, where they took 1 shot (not on goal) and controlled the ball just 20% of the time. And Costa Rica failed to press Japan, despite improving their possession amount to 43% they took just 6 shots, 2 on goal, and failed to take a single corner kick.

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Costa Rica vs. Zambia odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 4:21 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Costa Rica +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | Zambia +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Draw +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +125 | U: -175)

Costa Rica vs. Zambia picks and predictions

Prediction

Costa Rica 0, Zambia 0

Moneyline (ML)

Zambia’s goalkeeping has been a serious weakness for them, whether it’s their backup or the 3rd stringer. The African country allows the 2nd-worst shot-to-goal ratio in the World Cup (.20).

But for Costa Rica to seize any advantage they need to take shots on target and that has been their weak spot. They have a total of 2 shots on goal in 2 matches. And if you take all of their shots (including those off target) they average just 3.5 per game.

Zambia has been more aggressive when it comes to shots this tournament, although their 10 attempts are in the bottom half of this World Cup. But their accuracy is a problem, just 20% of their shots are on target, which is the 2nd-worst.

Looking at these teams its tough to see how anyone can score. Zambia’s goalie will be a liability but Costa Rica will need to apply pressure, which I don’t see happening in any consistent manner.

LEAN DRAW +250.

Over/Under (O/U)

The offenses for Zambia and Costa Rica come into Monday’s match quite rusty. They are both averaging 1 shot on goal per 90 minutes. And those shots aren’t taken close to the goal. Both teams are in the bottom 3rd of distance per shot (Zambia at 21.2 yards away and Costa Rica at 21.9 yards away).

These teams will need a lucky break to get one in the net and both teams’ defense has gotten plenty of experience these past couple games.

BET ALTERNATIVE UNDER 1.5 (+175) and if you do believe a scoreless tie is possible consider UNDER .5 (+550).

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