In one of the most unpredictable World Cup campaigns in recent memory, the 2023 World Cup is heading towards what should be a thrilling climax.
Spain, Sweden, England, and Australia have all had to survive serious scares to reach the semi-finals and it promises to be a fascinating pair of last 4 fixtures.
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Spain vs. Sweden Predictions
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Spain vs Sweden – Eden Park – Tuesday 15th August
Spain ($2.15)
Sweden ($4)
Draw ($3.40)
Two European giants kick off the semi-finals as Spain take on Sweden in the opening game of the last 4 at Eden Park, Auckland.
Spain have grown into the competition in recent games, with their 4-0 thumping by Japan in the group stages now feeling a world away, whilst Sweden’s historic penalty shootout win over USA etching their status into World Cup history – regardless of how they progress from here.
Spain
It has been a tournament of two halves for Spain, who didn’t live up to their early tournament hype in the group stages.
Seeing off Costa Rica and Zambia was fully expected but the way in which they crumbled to Japan had plenty of experts doubting their credentials moving forwards.
However, they have come of age in the knockout rounds, hammering Switzerland before edging past the Netherlands to reach the last 4.
Sweden
For Sweden, the 2023 FIFA World Cup has been a real coming of age for a squad that not too much was expected of.
Comprehensively seeing off South Africa, Italy and Argentina in an impressive group stage was a sign of things to come.
The historic win over USA on penalties in the last 16 shocked the world, with Sweden able to back it up with a gritty triumph over Japan and they will have no fear heading into this one.
Spain vs Sweden Betting Tips
Both teams to score in the match – Yes
Whilst it promises to be a very cagey affair, both Spain and Sweden have enjoyed their best football when they’ve played on the front foot in this tournament.
Spain have banged the goals in recently, whilst Sweden have plenty of attacking threats and goals could be on the cards at Eden Park.
Betting tip: Both teams to score ($2.10)
Over 2 goals in the match
In a similar vein, both sides do look to play some good stuff and they arguably have a few defensive issues to tackle too.
The stakes simply could not be higher at Eden Park and both sides will be looking to get off to a fast start and get on the scoresheet.
Betting tip: Over 2 goals in the match ($2.35)
Spain to win the match
For all of the plaudits that Sweden have rightfully enjoyed at this tournament, there is a feeling that this Spain side is ready to reach the heights many expected it to.
This should be a superb game in Auckland and whilst Sweden will carry a threat, Spain should progress to the final here.
Betting tip: Spain to win the match ($2.15)
Correct score: Spain 2 – 1 Sweden – ($9.50)
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