⚽ Spain vs. Saudi Arabia Prediction: World Cup Picks & Best Bets (June 21)
After a shocking draw against Cape Verde, I'm expecting Spain to take out some frustration against a weak opponent on Sunday in my Spain vs. Saudi Arabia prediction. In my World Cup best bets below, I highlight why Mikel Oyarzabal and Spain, which is a -1000 betting favorite, are going to win by a large margin, as I anticipate a lopsided match from the start.
Kickoff from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is set for noon ET (FOX, Telemundo, FOX One).
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⚽ Spain vs. Saudi Arabia predictions: Pick to win & player prop bets
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| 💰 Best bets | 📊 Best odds | ⚖️ Wager (units) |
|---|---|---|
| Spain -2.5 | -105 via DraftKings | 3u -> 2.86u |
| Over 10.5 corners | +116 via FanDuel | 2u -> 2.32u |
| Spain Over 3.5 goals | +172 via FanDuel | 1u -> 1.72u |
| Mikel Oyarzabal Over 1.5 goals | +320 via DraftKings | 1u -> 3.2u |
⚽ Who will win Spain vs. Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia survived 10 shots on goal from Uruguay to force a tie in its first match of the World Cup. However, Saudi Arabia didn't have much success offensively, and if the plan is to sit back against Spain, the result is not going to be as favorable.
In Spain's 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, the Spanish possessed the ball for 74% of the game, put seven shots on target, and finished with 2.10 expected goals. While Spain ultimately failed to score, I don't expect the same finishing struggles in this match, as Spain dominates possession and nets multiple goals.
Score prediction: Spain 4, Saudi Arabia 0
💵 My best bet: Spain -2.5 (-105)
Spain has scored at least four goals in two of its last four competitive games. The 0-0 tie against Cape Verde was the first time Spain failed to score multiple goals in 13 competitive matches.
Saudi Arabia has allowed multiple goals in three of its last six competitive matches and has been held scoreless in four of its last nine games.
🦶 Who will score in Spain vs. Saudi Arabia?
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Mikel Oyarzabal, F, Spain (-145)
Not only do I think Oyarzabal will score, but I'm also backing him to score twice for a price of +320. The 29-year-old forward has scored 12 goals in his last 13 matches with Spain. While he didn't score against Cape Verde, he attempted five shots, with one on target.
Last year, during World Cup qualifying, Oyarzabal was a menace, scoring in Spain's final four matches. He's also the team's main penalty taker, so if the Spanish overwhelm the Saudi defense, he could end up netting at least one goal from the penalty spot.
Best Spain vs. Saudi Arabia goal-scorer pick: Mikel Oyarzabal (-150 via DraftKings)
🥅 Will both teams score in Spain vs. Saudi Arabia?
No, both teams will not score in this match. Though Spain's first result was disappointing, Cape Verde still finished with just 0.20 expected goals and one shot on target. The defense is too good for a Saudi Arabia team that finished its first match with 0.66 expected goals and only three shots on target. Additionally, Spain has shut out six of its last seven competitive opponents.
Both teams to score (BTTS) pick: No (-240 via DraftKings)
💡 How to bet on both teams to score (BTTS)
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📺 How to watch Spain vs. Saudi Arabia
- Date: Sunday, June 21
- Kickoff: Noon ET
- Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta)
- TV: FOX, Telemundo
- Streaming: FOX One
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