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The USMNT welcomes Oman to Allianz Field in St. Paul Tuesday. Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the USMNT vs. Oman odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.
The United States Men’s National Team won the 1st of a pair of friendlies this month on Saturday in St. Louis, 3-0 against Uzbekistan. Despite a solid win, it didn’t perform as expected, ending with 2 fewer shots than its opponent. The USMNT made it to the Round of 16 in the 2022 World Cup and earlier this year made it to the semifinal of the CONCACAF Gold Cup. It is a strong favorite in this matchup, sitting 11th in the FIFA World Rankings.
Oman has played in 7 games in 2023, winning 5, drawing 1 and losing 1. The loss was 3-2 in the Gulf Cup final to Iraq. Oman does have a 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia and a 2-0 win over Lebanon this year. Oman ranks 73rd in the FIFA rankings, just above Uzbekistan and just below the United Arab Emirates.
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USMNT vs. Oman odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 11:38 p.m. ET.
- Moneyline: USMNT -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Oman +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | Draw +500 (bet $100 to win $500)
- Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: +100)
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USMNT vs. Oman picks and predictions
Prediction
USMNT 3, Oman 1
Moneyline (ML)
PASS.
The United States took care of business during the weekend, and it didn’t play well. It should be able to come out on top with ease here, but the meter for success will be how the flow of the game goes.
While Oman has won several times this year, it doesn’t have many quality victories and will likely struggle to gain traction on the road. However, the USMNT is not worth a wager at (-450), and backing the total gives a better value.
Over/Under (O/U)
BET OVER 2.5 (-135).
I like the Over at this value, and I like Over 3.5 (+170). The USMNT has its A team on the pitch. Players like M Weston McKennie and F Christian Pulisic should see action. It was able to get 13 shots while controlling 65% of the possession on Saturday.
The USMNT didn’t play up to its potential against Uzbekistan, and having that game under its belt should help with the chemistry. Expect it to get at least 6 shots on target again and score with ease.
Oman has scored 2 or more in 5 of its last 6 games and in 3 straight games. Uzbekistan had double-digit shots, and Oman should see similar success. Expect it to score. Considering how this game should be played, take OVER 2.5 (-135).
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