The first round of 16 games features two unbeaten teams in the form of the Netherlands and the USA. The Dutch are keen to reach the semi-finals for a third consecutive World Cup. Can the United States outfit, who are unbeaten in the FIFA World Cup 2022, play spoilsport to those hopes?
Netherlands and USA are unbeaten in the three group matches. The Dutch were far more impressive with two wins, while the USA had to scrape through with a narrow win over Iran after drawing the first two group games at the WC 2022 Qatar.
| Tournament: | FIFA Qatar World Cup 2022, round of 16, Match 1 |
| Venue: | Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar |
| Date: | 15:00 GMT on Saturday, 3 December 2022 |
The Netherlands are the clear favorites to win this match according to the Qatar 2022 USA vs Netherlands betting odds. The Dutch can be backed at a price of 1.90 (10/11), whereas a victory for the USA is priced at 4.50 (7/2). The draw is priced at 3.40 (12/5) by top new online bookmakers.
This Netherlands vs USA WC 2022 preview has so far witnessed a string of impressive performances from the Dutch. Even though manager Louis Van Gaal does not have some crucial players at full fitness yet, the Netherlands vs USA odds clearly see that the balance has been very good from the men in Orange.
The USA national football team successfully navigated the group stage despite managing just one win. Even though the Americans have been quite solid in defense, they have struggled in the final third. If Christian Pulisic is not at 100%, it diminishes USA’s offensive threat even further.
Those who are about to bet on soccer online will see the Netherlands with a significant advantage on the head-to-head front with three wins compared to just one win for the USA.
The Netherlands: WDWWW
The USA: WDDDL
The Netherlands and the USA didn’t give many chances to their opponents at the group stage. In fact, the Dutch have managed to go unbeaten for the last 18 games. The Netherlands vs the USA predictions expect a strong defensive performance from Louis Van Gaal’s team, while the USA have been heavily reliant on Christian Pulisic to create the magic. The USA have also been quite solid at the back.
The Qatar WC 2022 betting tips expect both teams not to give up silly goals with high chances to end the first 90 minutes (or 100+, taking into account crazy stoppage time in Qatar) in a tie.
The USA and Netherlands have been among the leaders at the back, with just one goal conceded in three games. One can use the top online mobile betting applications to expect a strong defensive performance from the USA. Crucially, even the home team are expected to be defensively strong and lead to a total under.
Cody Gakpo has been churning out impressive performances for the Netherlands national football team. The 2022 Holland vs the US betting tips have seen the forward score in all three group matches so far. He has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League, and the 2022 World Cup is a fitting stage for players who are seeking big-money moves.
Memphis Depay is expected to be 100% fit for the Netherlands team after featuring for 66 minutes in the game against Qatar.
Christian Pulisic was a doubt for the match, but he has confirmed that he remains fit to play.
Will you go by this prediction, which expects a very close contest in the battle for a quarterfinal spot, and place a bet?
