USA vs Venezuela
Russia looms closer, and every nation in the running for a World Cup ticket needs to build a strong form to win their most important qualifying football games. USA might need this win more, but both nations want a big win to help them snag automatic qualification.
Looking at the current form of both countries, it’s not hard to see the betting tips leaning towards the Americans (-1.00 Asian Handicap for 2.14). If we look at recent results, it’s not difficult to see why betting websites favour the United States this time around.
Their recent form has been nothing short of fantastic, with favourable results against Serbia, Jamaica, Honduras and Panama. Meanwhile, Venezuela endured three losses and a draw over five games.
The Americans also have a number of key players who made their mark in Europe. Christian Pulisic and Bobby Wood enjoyed stellar seasons in the Bundesliga and are expected to lead the attack for the Americans. Newcastle’s DeAndre Yedlin is also expected to make his presence felt in the defence alongside Stoke City defender Geoff Cameron.
The Stars and Stripes also have a nice set of vets to lead the team. Tim Howard will always be an unshakable rock in between the posts while Clint Dempsey will always be a solid voice on and off the pitch. Alejandro Bedoya and Jermaine Jones are also solid midfield picks for Bruce Arena.
Despite the strong US side they’ll be facing, Venezuela boss Rafael Dudamel has enough quality in his side to compete. Nantes’ Oswaldo Vizcarrondo and Malaga’s Mikel will be shoring up the back line. Juventus; Tomas Rincon will be toiling in midfield while West Brom striker Salomon Rondon and Alaves attacker Christian Santos are viable attacking options. Young gun Josef Martinez is also ready to play in front of goal for Dudamel.
The Americans won’t be underestimating the Venezuelans, as South American football is leaps and bounds ahead of the Northern American neighbours. However, count on the blossoming American talent to try and break down the struggling visitors and send them out of Rio Tinto Stadium in tears.
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