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USA vs. Serbia odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s USA vs. Serbia odds and lines, with USMNT expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The United States Men’s National Team battles the Serbia Men’s National Team Wednesday in Los Angeles. Kickoff from BMO Stadium is set for 10 p.m. ET (HBO Max). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the USA vs. Serbia odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

The USMNT won’t have many familiar faces as this call-up roster seems more primed to showcase the next group of talent for the USA. As many as 13 players could make their 1st cap for the USA, including FC Cincinnati F Brandon Vazquez and America F Alejandro Zendejas. This will be the 1st action for the USMNT since it lost to the Netherlands in the Round of 16 of the 2022 World Cup.

The Serbian national team didn’t escape the group sage of the World Cup, but they did make the 32-team tournament which says enough about their quality. They only managed 1 point in their 3 games, a 3-3 draw with Cameroon. Serbia sits 21st in the world according to FIFA’s worl rankings while the USA is 13th.

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USA vs. Serbia odds

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  • Moneyline: USA -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Serbia +440 (bet $100 to win $440) | Draw +290
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -108 | U: -122)

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USA vs. Serbia picks and predictions

Prediction

USA 1, Serbia 0

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN USA (-160).

The value isn’t necessarily here to make this a full-unit play, but the USMNT is bringing some talented players to take on what should be Serbia’s 2nd-string team. Both countries will feature young, promising talent.

The USMNT will feature some consistent names though, especially in the defensive side with M Kellyn Acosta and D Walker Zimmerman at camp. With several forwards likely getting time and making their first start, especially the highly-anticipated first cap for Zendejas, the forwards could struggle to find much comradery.

Nonetheless, there isn’t much impressive about this Serbian roster, and I’d back the USMNT here to hold them without a goal.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-122).

Given the turnover from the World Cup rosters for both teams, it doesn’t make much sense to use those performances to justify betting the Under.

At the same time, that helps justify it as the USMNT has 13 players making their 1st cap which could bode poorly for stringing together qualify attacking sets. The drama surrounding the USMNT and management could also bring unneeded distractions to the club.

None of Serbia’s players were on their World Cup roster with 3 MLS players highlighting the roster. The talent won’t be there to consistently get through what should be a strong USMNT defense.

Considering all the new talent being put together on short notice, back the UNDER 2.5 (-122).

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2022 World Cup: Netherlands vs. USA odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Netherlands vs. USA odds and lines, with World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

USA battles Netherlands in the first Round of 16 game Saturday. Kickoff from Khalifa International Stadium is set for 10 a.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Netherlands vs. USA odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Netherlands won Group A with 2 wins and a draw, taking down Sengal 2-0 in its opener on Nov. 21, drawing Ecuador 1-1 on Nov. 25 and beating the home country, Qatar, 2-0 Tuesday.

Netherlands has a star at each position group with Barcelona F Memphis Depay, Barcelona M Frenkie de Jong, and Liverpool D Virgil van Dijk. PSV Eindhoven M Cody Gakpo has scored in every game so far and is tied for the tournament lead with 3 goals.

USA finished 2nd in Group B, drawing Wales 1-1 on Nov. 21, drawing England 0-0 on Nov. 25 and beating Iran 1-0 Tuesday.

A first-half goal from Chelsea F Christian Pulisic secured the victory over Iran. Pulisic will be available after suffering a pelvic contusion on that goal, which is fortunate for the Americans as he is the most technical player in the attack.

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Netherlands vs. USA odds

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  • Moneyline: Netherlands -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | USA +330 (bet $100 to win $330) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +145 | U: -170)

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Prediction

Netherlands 1, USA 1 (Netherlands advance in extra time)

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN DRAW (+240).

The United States has proven that it can hang with top-tier sides. The Netherlands should eventually win this game, but what USA showed against England should instill confidence in bettors.

USA held England to 3 shots on target and no goals which was an impressive showing as England tallied 9 goals in its other 2 games.

Netherlands also didn’t impress too much. It took down Qatar and Senegal but had 5 fewer shots than Senegal. Ecuador also ranks 44th in the world and drew the Netherlands.

For what each side showed through Group Stage, a DRAW (+240) has good value.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 2.5 (-170).

Every game by both teams in the Group Stage went under this total as both teams allowed just 1 goal each across their 3 games.

I wouldn’t hammer the total at this value though, but it is the only way I would play this game though considering the presence of van Djik and Manchester City M Nathan Ake in the back for Netherlands.

Similarly, the wingbacks for USA, AC Milan D Sergino Dest and Fulham D Antonee Robinson, have been extremely solid so far this tournament. With Pulisic banged up, the US attack may not be 100% either.

Back the UNDER 2.5 (-170) but for no more than a unit considering the value.

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2022 World Cup: Iran vs. USA odds, picks and predictions

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

Team USA (0 wins, 0 losses, 2 draws) needs to win its final group-stage match against Iran (1-1-0) Tuesday to advance to the Round of 16. Otherwise it’s go home for the USMNT. Kickoff for this Group B contest is 1 p.m. ET at Al Thumama Stadium (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Iran vs. USA odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

USA tied England 0-0 Friday, arguably playing better than the Group B favorite. USA had more shots (10-8) and more than double the amount of corners (7 to 3).

In its World Cup opener, USA drew Wales 1-1 after American D Walker Zimmerman made a game-changing tackle that led to a game-tying, penalty-kick goal by F Gareth Bale for Wales.

For Iran, losing 6-2 to England in its opener didn’t matter after Friday’s 2-0 win over Wales in which Iran scored in the 98th and 101st minute. Iran controls its own destiny it will advance to the knock out stage with a win or tie vs. USA.

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Iran vs. USA odds

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  • Moneyline: Iran +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | USA +102 (bet $100 to win $102) | Draw +245
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +145 | U: -170)

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Prediction

USA 1, Iran 0

Moneyline (ML)

BET USA (+102).

The USA should go all gas and no breaks, and it has the talent to do so. Players like M Gio Reyna have yet to play more than 45 minutes in a game and should be set to have a high level of involvement.

If the USA can create chances like it did vs. England, it will win Tuesday and move on to the Round of 16.

Iran only scored on Wales because Iran had a man advantage after Wales GK Wayne Hennessey received a red card in the 86th minute and had to be replaced.

USA looked good against the high-level competition of England, while Iran struggled to defend the quick-paced English side. Iran was even out-possessed 62% to 38% against Wales.

USA has the talent to dominate this match, and it should come out on top with everything at stake.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 2.5 (-170).

I don’t love the value, but it is the better side.

Iran didn’t score in 86 minutes vs. Wales until it had the man advantage thanks to the red card to the Welsh goalkeeper. Against England, Iran didn’t score until the game was far out of contention.

USA scored once on Wales and failed to find the back of the net against England despite getting 10 shots. USA’s finishing hasn’t been there, and it doesn’t appear to have a strong 9 in this tournament.

BACK UNDER 2.5 (-170) but only for a partial unit due to the value.

Also see: Iran vs. USA best prop bets

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2022 World Cup: England vs. USA odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s England vs. USA odds and lines, with World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Wrapping up Friday’s World Cup action in Group B, England (1 win, 0 losses, 0 draws) will battle the USA (0-0-1) at Al Bayt Stadium set. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the England vs. USA odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

England absolutely spanked Iran in its World Cup opener 6-2. England M Bukayo Saka led the scoring with 2 goals, referred to as a “brace” in soccer speak.

England had 79% of possession and 5 more shots (4 more shots on target). On a sour note for the England, F Harry Kane injured his ankle vs. Iran. He will be availalbe for the USA match, but the concern is if he will be 100%.

USA had an unsatisfying 1-1 draw with the F Gareth Bale-led Wales. US score 1st, early in the 1st half, but a late bad foul in the box by D Walker Zimmerman led to a penalty kick goal by Bale.

The Americans shockingly did not play M Gio Reyna, who will be 100% healthy and likely to start Friday. USA actually had 2 fewer shots on goal and 1 less shot on target vs. Wales despite having 59% of the possession.

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England vs. USA odds

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  • Moneyline: England -205 (bet $205 to win $100) | USA +620 (bet $100 to win $620) | Draw +350
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Prediction

England 2, USA 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

There’s no value here. There wasn’t enough value Wednesday afternoon when England was favored at -170, and there’s definitely no value with the line up to -205 Friday before kickoff.

If I had to choose something, it would be the Draw (+350). USA played better than the numbers look against Wales, and England got on a role vs. Iran. What was impressive for the Americans, was their ability to limit quality Welsh chances.

Unlike Iran, USA has speed on the defensive edges in D Sergino Dest and D Antonee Robinson to help tame what England’s Saka and F Raheem Sterling are capable of doing.

It would be nice to profit 6.2 times an initial bet on the USMNT (+620), but I don’t see it happening. Still, if you want to gamble and win on a decent long shot … it would be fun to brag about cashing a USA (+620) ticket.

The unknown regarding Kane’s injury also makes the draw enticing. I would still PASS though with just a slight lean to the Draw (+350).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-120).

England looked unstoppable against Iran, and while the point still stands for Dest and Robinson, both received a full dose of work against Wales and could have tired legs.

The quality on the England side is difficult to overlook. England had 13 shots and put 7 on target. It controlled possession and looked incredible with its finishing. I expect a similar result.

England did, however, give up 2 goals to Iran, and the USA attack, led by Chelsea F Christian Pulisic, should be even more lethal. If the USMNT can get at least 3 shots on target, expect 1 to be converted.

The pace of this game, especially with the excitement on both ends, should produce goals as well. Each team was over 80% in passing accuracy, so they should be able to breakthrough backlines with that efficiency.

Also see: England vs. USA best prop bets

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World Cup group stage: USA vs Wales odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s USA vs Wales odds and lines, with World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

In the 2nd Group B group stage match Monday, the Team USA will take on Wales with kickoff at Al Rayyan set for 2 p.m. ET (FOX) . Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the USA vs. Wales odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Earlier Monday, England will take on Iran to help commence Group B action. As for this game, USA is ranked No. 16 and Wales is No. 19.

Wales is led by F Gareth Bale, who joined MLS side LAFC in the middle of the season. F Daniel James and M Aaron Ramsey are 2 other names to keep an eye on. Wales is just 2-5-2 in 2022.

As for the USMNT, it has elected M Tyler Adams to be its captain, but F Christian Pulisic, who plays for Chelsea, is undoubtedly the team’s most dynamic attacker.

USA is 5-4-3 in 2022. Arsenal backup GK Matt Turner will likely get the start with M Weston McKennie being another impactful name to watch.

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USA vs Wales odds

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  • Moneyline: USA +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Wales +215 (bet $100 to win $215) | Draw +215
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +145 | U: -170)

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Prediction

USA 1, Wales 0

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN USA (+155).

The United States is playing better than Wales, which lost 4 of 5 in Nations League play leading up to the World Cup. Bale didn’t work in well with LAFC and showed his age and pace.

He may not be as much a factor as many think. While Wales is deeper than just Bale, the top-level talent with the USA behind Pulisic and McKennie is better.

USA also has key defenders in D Tim Ream, who was playing at a high level for a mid-table EPL side prior to the World Cup. USA’s talent at all levels should be too much for Wales.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 2.5 (-170).

This is the preferred play, but the value obviously isn’t there at -170. But USA has gone Under 2.5 goals in 3 straight matches and in 8 of the 12 so far this season.

Wales has gone Under this total in 5 of 9. Excluding a 5-0 win over Grenada, the US scored just 1 goal in its last 4 matches.

USA just hasn’t been able to consistently put the ball in the back of the net, but considering it has given up just 3 in its 6 games, its defense has been just as solid.

Back UNDER 2.5 (-170), but truly consider the USA moneyline more for the value.

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El Salvador vs. USA CONCACAF Nations League odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s El Salvador vs. USA odds and lines, with CONCACAF Nations League picks and predictions.

El Salvador welcomes USA to Estadio Cuscatlán in San Salvador, El Salvador Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the El Salvador vs. USA odds and lines, and make our best USMNT bets, picks and predictions.

The United States Men’s National Team, after playing several friendlies and beating Grenada 5-0 Friday, will take on El Salvador in its second CONCACAF Nations League match.

The USA is in a 3-country group. The USMNT drew Uruguay 0-0 last Sunday and beat Morocco 3-0 June 1. It crushed Grenada behind 4 goals from F Jesus Ferreira.

El Salvador has already played 2 Nations League matches, drawing Grenada 2-2 at home and winning at Grenada 3-1.

While it appears El Salvador may have a capable attack, they had just 9 shots on goal, netting 5 of them. Those same opportunities most likely won’t be available against the USMNT.

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El Salvador vs. USA odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: El Salvador +670 (bet $100 to win $670) | USA -270 (bet $270 to win $100) | Draw +330
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -107 | U: -135)

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Prediction

USA 3, El Salvador 1

Money line (ML)

PASS.

The USA absolutely dominated Grenada. They had 68% of the possession and didn’t allow a single shot on target, holding Grenada, who did draw El Salvador, to just 3 shots.

While it is notable that the USMNT’s record is significantly worse on the road than in domestic play, where they crushed Grenada, I still see little way that El Salvador competes.

They’re more in the realm of Grenada and less like a top-15 FIFA team like USA. El Salvador ranks 74th in the world. While at home, El Salvador still shouldn’t get much traction.

At -270, I’m not banking on the USMNT putting their best product on the field and easily winning this battle either.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-107).

All 3 of the Nations League games that these teams have played have gone over this total. USA beat Grenada 5-0 while El Salvador beat them 3-1 and tied 2-2.

El Salvador has several MLS players on its roster and 31-year-old F Nelson Bonilla who netted 2 against Grenada in the 3-1 victory. While I expect the USA to come out on top, they haven’t allowed a goal in over 270 minutes.

Given the tired legs of D Walker Zimmerman, I expect to see at least 1 goal for the home side.

With the dominant attackers USA has, netting 5 on Grenada and 3 on top-25 Morocco, they should be able to score at will. USA had 25 shots on Grenada, 10 on target.

I expect a similar result as 2 of the USA’s 3 recent performances have gone over this against far more difficult opponents. Combine it all, and I expect the Over 2.5 (-107) to hit.

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USA vs. Grenada odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s USMNT vs. Grenada odds and lines, with CONCACAF Nations League picks and predictions.

USA welcomes Grenada to Q2 Stadium in Austin Friday. Kickoff is set for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the USA vs. Grenada odds and lines, and make our best USMNT bets, picks and predictions.

The United States Men’s National Team, after playing several friendlies, will take on Grenada in its first CONCACAF Nations League action.

The USA is in a 3-country group along with El Salvador. The USMNT drew Uruguay, 0-0, last Sunday and beat Morocco, 3-0, the Wednesday before that as well.

Grenada has already played 2 Nations League matches, drawing and losing to El Salvador. It was a 3-1 loss and 2-2 draw.

While it appears Grenada may have a capable attack, they scored those 3 goals with a mere 7 shots on target. So it has been more about capitalizing on chances rather than creating them in volume.

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USMNT vs. Grenada odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: USA -20000 (bet $20,000 to win $100) | Grenada +6000 (bet $100 to win $6,000) | Draw +1200
  • Over/Under: 4.5 (O: -220 | U: +150)

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Prediction

USA 4, Grenada 0

Money line (ML)

PASS.

There’s just no good value here. That’s really all that needs to be said.

The USMNT has been dominant at home, winning 8 of their last 9 domestic games, which included a win over World Cup-qualifying Mexico. They recently drew Uruguay, a top-15 nation in the world.

Put it all together, and the USMNT should have no trouble taking on Grenada, a team that sits 170th on FIFA’s world rankings. The USMNT are 15th, which is why this massive valuation difference comes into play.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 4.5 (+150).

The USMNT has been playing some high-level matches lately that have been preparing the team for the November World Cup.

In doing so, M Weston McKennie and F Christian Pulisic have logged ample minutes. It wouldn’t be unlikely to see them pass the torch here, especially in a group that the US should easily dominate.

The US held Uruguay scoreless, so they should be able to secure a clean sheet against Grenada.

With how Gregg Berhalter will likely play this match, and the personnel he’ll use against Grenada’s subpar attack, I would play the UNDER 4.5 (+150) as the best and only reasonable bet.

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USA vs. Uruguay odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s USMNT vs. Uruguay odds and lines, with international friendly picks and predictions.

USA welcomes Uruguay to Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City for a friendly Sunday. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we preview the USA vs. Uruguay odds and lines, and make our best USMNT bets, picks and predictions.

Both clubs will be using this as a tuneup for the 2022 World Cup, which is set to take place in Qatar, starting in November.

The USMNT is in Group B with Iran and England along with Sunday’s winner between Ukraine and Wales. Uruguay is in an easier Group H with Portugal, Ghana and South Korea.

USA will have many of its big-name players like F Christian Pulisic, who played 65 minutes against Morocco Wednesday, star M Weston McKennie, who played 18 minutes, and Bayern Munich M Malik Tillman, who made his USMNT debut.

The USMNT comes is No. 15 in the FIFA men’s rankings, and 13th-ranked Uruguay should provide a better match than what No. 24 Morocco did.

The South American side is led by Manchester United’s F Edinson Cavani, who has 56 goals in 131 caps.

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USMNT vs. Uruguay odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: USA +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Uruguay +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Draw +205
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +120 | U: -160)

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Prediction

USA 2, Uruguay 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN USA (+180).

The USMNT has won 8 straight games in its home country, including a 2-0 win against 9th-ranked Mexico. USA’s most-recent win was a 3-0 victory over Morocco Wednesday.

Uruguay beat Mexico 3-0 Thursday despite only having 4 shots on goal. Two of the goals came from Cavani.

Uruguay has won all 5 of its international matches this year. While it has dominated lately, Uruguay was just 8-6-4 in World Cup qualifying, scoring 22 goals and allowing 22 in 18 matches.

Since Copa America, Uruguay is 0-3-1 against FIFA top-15 sides, losing twice to Argentina and once to Brazil.

Given the USMNT’s record in domestic-played games along with the extremely talented roster it is gearing up to play with at the World Cup, I’ll  back the home side.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (+120).

As mentioned, USA beat Morocco 3-0. There could’ve been far more goals though as the road side tested the USMNT often and even had a missed penalty kick.

Replay the match with those chances (22 shots and 8 on target) and Morocco scores at least 2. USA capitalized on its chances, hitting 10 shots on target with 11 total attempts. USA has gone over this total in 3 of its last 5.

Uruguay is a lethal attacking side led by Cavani and also 23-year-old M Federico Valverde. Uruguay has gone over this total in 3 of its last 6 matches.

Uruguay should break through at least once in this battle.

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USA vs. Morocco odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s USMNT vs. Morocco odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

USA welcomes Morocco to TQL Stadium in Cincinnati Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the USA vs. Morocco odds and lines, and make our best USMNT bets, picks and predictions.

Both clubs will be using this as a tune-up match for the 2022 World Cup which is set to take place in Qatar, starting in November.

The USMNT is in Group B with Iran and England along with one of Ukraine, Scotland or Wales. Morocco is in an extremely difficult Group F with Belgium, Croatia and Canada.

USA will have many of its big-name players like F Christian Pulisic for this match, while star M Weston McKennie is only expected to play 20 minutes.

The USMNT comes in ranked 15th in FIFA Men’s Rankings, and the 24th ranked Morocco should provide a good matchup. F Youssef En-Nesyri has 12 career national team goals for the visiting side and is the team’s most lethal attacking option.

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USMNT vs. Morocco odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: USA +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Morocco +295 (bet $100 to win $295) | Draw +215
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +130 | U: -175)

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Prediction

USA 2, Morocco 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN USA (+100).

The United States Men’s National Team has won 7 straight games in its home country. A 2-0 win against 9th-ranked Mexico is included in those results.

Morocco has never lost to USA, but this isn’t the same caliber of team it’s used to. The most recent game Morocco played against a high-level opponent was a 2-1 loss to Egypt earlier this year where it’s only marker came on a penalty shot in the 7th minute.

Morocco was 6-0-0 with a +19 goal differential in Group I play in CAF qualifying. Again, the competition wasn’t quite at the level the USA will be playing with.

Given the USMNT’s record in domestic-played games along with the extremely talented roster they’re gearing up to play with at the World Cup, I expect them to play with pace and competence.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (+130).

The USMNT is starting Aaron Long and Walker Zimmerman which isn’t exactly a quick center-back combo. Miles Robinson will be out for the foreseeable future with an injury which is certainly not ideal. He’s played a key role defensively as of late.

Then, you have players like Pulisic and the talented F Jesus Ferreira expected to get a good chunk of minutes. M Tyler Adams should also be able to play with pace.

Morocco allowed just a few goals in qualifying and is led defensively by PSG D Achraf Hakimi Mouh. He has 8 goals in 48 contests. En-Nesyri could play impactful minutes as well.

It’s the riskier side, but considering who the USMNT is starting and then the threat combination of talent Morocco showed in the CAF qualifying, I expect to see a plethora of goals in Cincinnati.

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World Cup Qualifying: Honduras vs. USA odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Honduras vs. USA odds and lines, with CONCACAF World Cup qualifying picks and predictions.

In the third match of the final round of 2022 World Cup Qualifying for both teams, USA takes on Honduras Wednesday. The match is slated to start at 10:30 p.m. ET at Estadio Olímpico Metropolitano in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Below, we preview the Honduras vs. USA odds and lines, and make our best World Cup qualifying bets, picks and predictions.

This will be the USA’s second road match, having disappointingly tied Canada 1-1 at home Sunday.

After going up 1-0 early in the second half, the Americans allowed a nice Canadian cross across the middle to find the back of the net. In the first match of the final round, the USA traveled and drew El Salvador 0-0.

The US has two draws in the final round, as does Honduras. Both sides plus Canada and El Salvador are the four that have drawn both of their first two matches. Honduras drew both El Salvador and Canada as well.

Honduras vs. USA: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Honduras +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | USA -122 (bet $122 to win $100) | Draw +215
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +125 | U: -180)

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Prediction

USA 1, Honduras 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+215) as the best value on the money line. Both sides have played the same competition and while USA drew Canada, it did so without M Gio Reyna and M Weston McKennie.

The Americans needed that win and truly didn’t deserve it. McKennie was dismissed, and now D Sergiño Dest may be out as well as he left against Canada due to an ankle injury.

There’s no reason to believe USA can come out and win this game despite F Christian Pulisic in for the side recently placed in the top-10 of FIFA’s international rankings.

USA is the better side, but it hasn’t shown that lately.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the UNDER 2.5 (-180) as the better value is on the money line. Typically, I’d like the full unit bet, but I’d still only go for a half unit as the price is steep.

In the four games combined for the two sides, only 4 goals have been scored. Both teams had a scoreless match in the last week, so it’s entirely possible this one doesn’t see a single goal.

USA clearly struggled to create chances, and without key midfielders, it may once again fail to move the ball. As for Honduras, behind FC Dallas M Bryan Acosta, it has played up to its level of competition.

Given how both teams have played lately, the Under is the better bet, but the price makes me hesitant to put much on it.

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