Netherlands vs Argentina Prediction 09.12.2022 World Cup
Netherlands
2 : 2
(2 : 3)
After penalties
Argentina
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- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2022
- Date: 9th December 2022
- Kickoff: 19:00 UTC/20:00 CET
- Venue: Lusail Iconic Stadium
The last eight standing clash in the FIFA World Cup 2022 as Netherlands face Argentina at the Lusail Iconic Stadium on Friday evening. The Dutch side remain unbeaten in the competition after four games played and dispatched USA with a 3-1 win in the previous round. On the contrary, Argentina seemed to fumble a bit against a really inferior opposition, Australia, as the latter almost scored twice in the last few minutes of extra time. Other than the same, Lionel Messi's team has managed to win all three games since their opening day debacle against Saudi Arabia. The last two meetings between the two nations had ended undecided in normal time, with Argentina prevailing in penalties in the 2014 World Cup. On an overall basis though, Netherlands have remained undefeated four of the last five meetings between these two nations in all competitions.
Netherlands vs Argentina Betting Tips: Draw
Netherlands are carrying a 19-game unbeaten form in this game, which is really extraordinary considering they failed to qualify for both the previous World Cup and Euros. From a non-statistical point of view, this is absolutely a clash of Dutch coach Louis van Gaal and Lionel Messi, who have the legendary tag in front of their names and are etched in the history of the game. We believe that this game will stay undecided in normal time and will go to extra time, where Netherlands should do enough to secure a victory either through penalties or by a very late goal. Coming to the number of goals in this one, we believe that the first ninety minutes should not see over 2.5 goals as the past meetings (3/4) and Netherlands' recent games (5/6) both have been very shy of goals. Our prediction will be a Draw in normal time and Under 2.5 goals being scored, with Netherlands clinching it either after extra time or penalties.
Netherlands vs Argentina Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Netherlands
0 : 0
Argentina
World Cup
Netherlands Team News
Though Netherlands might look like a side with almost 6-7 young talents, they have got a great mix of experience too, due to the likes of Daley Blind and Virgil Van Dijk in the starting eleven. Talking about the top players from Louis van Gaal's side, one real wildcard is number 22, Denzel Dumfries. The left wing-back wreaked havoc against USA and is looking madly dangerous on the flank, from an offensive as well as defensive point of view. Striker Cody Gakpo had a silent night against the Americans after impressing in the group stage, and he might be another game-changer if Argentina decide to mark his partner Memphis Depay very closely. Last but not the least, Virgil Van Dijk in the backline is equivalent for Netherlands as to what Lionel Messi brings to Argentina as he might easily be one of the top three defenders in the world right now.
Players to watch: Virgil Van Dijk, Denzel Dumfries, Cody Gakpo
Last matches of Netherlands
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Netherlands
1 : 0
Republic of Ireland
Euro Qualification
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Greece
0 : 1
Netherlands
Euro Qualification
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Netherlands
1 : 2
France
Euro Qualification
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Republic of Ireland
1 : 2
Netherlands
Euro Qualification
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Netherlands
3 : 0
Greece
Euro Qualification
Netherlands lineup
Goalkeeper
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23
Andries Noppert
Defenders
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2
Jurriën Timber
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4
Virgil van Dijk
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5
Nathan Aké
Midfielders
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22
Denzel Dumfries
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15
Marten de Roon
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21
Frenkie de Jong
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17
Daley Blind
Forwards
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8
Cody Gakpo
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7
Steven Bergwijn
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10
Memphis Depay
Argentina Team News
Argentina are clearly riding on the genius of Lionel Messi right now as the striker who is hailed as one of the greatest of all time has scored in two of the last four World Cup games to secure a victory for the South Americans. But there is one more attacker who is growing to be a menace in the English Premier League as well as the Argentine national team - Julian Alvarez. The young number nine too has scored in the last two World Cup games now and is looking to dethrone Angel Di Maria from the first team, succeeding at it quite easily. Nicolas Otamendi's experience would be pivotal in keeping the Argentine backline in shape and always alert to the pacey Netherlands frontmen. Otamendi has consistently put in massive performances for the national team as well as Benfica in Liga NOS this season.
Players to watch: Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez, Nicolas Otamendi
Last matches of Argentina
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Argentina
1 : 0
Paraguay
Copa America
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Argentina
1 : 0
Uruguay
Copa America
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Argentina
1 : 1
Chile
Copa America
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Colombia
2 : 2
Argentina
WC Qualification South America
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Argentina
1 : 1
Chile
WC Qualification South America
Argentina lineup
Goalkeeper
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23
Emiliano Martínez
Defenders
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26
Nahuel Molina
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13
Cristian Romero
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19
Nicolás Otamendi
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25
Lisandro Martínez
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8
Marcos Acuña
Midfielders
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7
Rodrigo de Paul
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24
Enzo Fernández
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20
Alexis Mac Allister
Forwards
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10
Lionel Messi
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9
Julián Álvarez
3 Reasons why this game will end in a Draw
- Three of the last four meetings between Netherlands and Argentina have ended undecided (draw) in normal time
- The Netherlands have not lost in their last 19 games across all competitions
- Argentina have lost just once in their last 36 games now
Main prediction Netherlands - Argentina
Draw
Best Odds:
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Additional predictions
Under 2.5
Best odds:1.59
BTTS
Best odds:2.05