With only two games today, after the first day in a few weeks without any soccer, we have some great teams squaring off for a chance to play in the semifinals early next week. Most people weren’t expecting much from these teams besides the tournament favorites in Brazil. Let’s dive into these and see who will move one step closer to glory!
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Netherlands vs. Argentina: 2022 World Cup Betting Odds, Picks & Predictions (Friday)
Netherlands vs. Argentina (Lusail Iconic Stadium, Lusail; 10 p.m.)
The Dutch played a good match against a United States team that had been stout defensively and put up three goals on the heels of a stellar performance from Denzel Dumfries. He assisted the first two goals and scored just five minutes after the United States did to put the match away essentially.
Argentina had a similar clinical performance in their match against Australia. Lionel Messi netted the first goal in the 35th minute, and the Argentines never looked back! The last two times these nations squared off, the matches resulted in scoreless draws. I think both teams are skilled enough to keep the other one off the board, but I think the result will be different this time.
I lean draw in the first 90′, but then I am on Netherlands to Advance +130. I think they are still the most underrated team in the tournament, and the confidence that they are playing with will allow them to outclass Argentina, who is no slouch in their own right. Look for a 1-1 score going into the 75th minute, and from there, I think that the Dutch will make big plays and either win it late or in extra time.
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