The FIFA Confederations Cup might just be considered as a rehearsal for the 2018 World Cup, but it promises to be just as thrilling for online gambling fans with the best national teams on the planet pitted against each other.
Certainly, an entertaining tournament is on the cards; and as the games begin this weekend, there are plenty of choices for you to bet online!
Russia vs New Zealand (June 17, 23:00 GMT+8)
Comparing these two sides, it’s difficult to go against Russia with the attacking threat they have.
New Zealand have a nice blend of youth and experience in their squad, but the fact that they lost their last two friendlies (against Northern Ireland and Belarus) this month isn’t an encouraging sign.
In contrast, Russia are on a roll, scoring four in the same stretch, which include a draw against South American giants Chile. They also boast a plethora of talent in their team led by 2016 Russian League top-scorer Fyodor Smolov.
It’s really worrying to see the All-Whites’ defence collapse during the second half of games, and I think the Russians will aim to exploit that weakness. So for a 🌟 bet, Russia Asian Handicap -1.50 @ 2.02 looks good.
Portugal vs Mexico (June 18, 23:00 GMT+8)
Portugal are the favourites in this matchup, and for a good reason. Not only will they be entering this tournament at the back of a successful Euro 2016 title run, but they’ll also have the in-form Cristiano Ronaldo at their disposal.
Of course, Mexico are capable of answering back to anything thrown at them with Chicharito leading the frontline. Though, they won’t have their hopes up considering that they have never beaten the Portuguese.
With that said, Portugal Asian Handicap -0.50 @ 2.16 should be a solid 🌟🌟 punt.
Chile vs Cameroon (June 19, 02:00 GMT+8)
Boosted by their two stars—Alexis Sanchez and Arturo Vidal—Chile will be high in confidence when they meet the African champions. Sure, they have had an up-and-down World Cup qualifying campaign, but it should be remembered that they were the ones who took down Argentina to punch their ticket to this competition.
Not to mention that they also prepared well for the Cameroon challenge, beating African team Burkina Faso 3-0 in a friendly.
Hugo Broos’ Indomitable Lions can give La Roja a surprise; nonetheless, the lack of experience might be their biggest enemy.
I don’t think Chile will lose, though I expect a high-scoring affair with the attacking talent that each team boasts. So how about Goals Over 2.50 @ 2.17 for another 🌟🌟 bet?
Germany vs Australia (June 19, 23:00 GMT+8)
It’s unfortunate that Australia will be facing 2014 World Cup champions Germany in the opener; and by the looks of it, the match will be one-sided.
All respect to the Socceroos who are doing well in the Asia qualifiers. However, Germany are just far better in many aspects – they are six for six in qualifying and are already on a smooth path to defend their title in Russia next year.
Australia’s inconsistencies shouldn’t help as well, and the absence of captain Mile Jedinak just makes their situation worse.
Count on Sandro Wagner and Timo Werner to find the back of the net and go for a 🌟🌟🌟 bet on the Germans Asian Handicap -1.25 @ 2.02.
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