Group B. England Specials.
On November 20, Qatar will host the 22nd FIFA World Cup. One of the favorites of the 2022 World Cup is England, the most expensive team in the world. We will tell you about the English and their chances of making the playoffs.
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The team of Iran is known for their defense. For example, in the third round of the Asian selection, the Iranians conceded only four goals in 10 matchdays. Of course, it's hard to compare the level of Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq with the English, but it's still a good statistic, especially when we recall England's failure in the 2022/23 Nations League.
England's performance in the Nations League left many questions about whether the Lions can do great things in Qatar. Most surprising was the Britons' helpless playing against Hungary and four games without goals out of six. The British only scored against the Germans. Considering these results, we assume the British should expect something other than a leisurely walk in the match against Iran.
Our pick: TU (2.5) for 1.66 on betway.
England vs USA on November 25
The Americans now have the strongest generation ever. However, the Americans had a hard time qualifying for the World Cup. They only beat Costa Rica in the second half, which then played an intercontinental playoff with New Zealand. At the same time, the U.S. team won the CONCACAF Gold Cup and the 2019/20 CONCACAF Nations League, becoming the most titled team in the region now.
The English, who got practice against Iran, are the favorites for the match against the United States. The U.S. team has an incredible roster, but it can't be compared with England, the most expensive team in the world. Moreover, the Americans are a convenient rival for England. In the 21st century, the teams have played each other four times: three victories for England and a draw 1:1. This trend will continue, and England will beat the USA in the not-very-productive match.
Our pick: W1 for 1.65 on betway.
Wales vs England on November 29
The Welsh team is another friendly opponent for England. In the 21st century, the British national teams have played each other six times, and England has won all. TO (3.5) was never reached, and only twice TO (2.5) in the last two matches in 2016 and 2020.
The Welsh also failed in the 2022/23 Nations League, falling to the B-League and earning only one point in six games in a quartet with the Poles, Belgians, and Dutch. There is a crisis in the camp of the Dragons, so we doubt that the Welsh team has a chance in the match to gain even one point, let alone three. Even if the England team in the third round will solve the question of exit to the playoffs, there is no doubt that the Lions will beat their opponent, as the confrontation between England and Wales is always essential.
Our pick: W2 for 1.57 on bet365.
National Team Players
Three England players at once made the list of the top 20 probable winners of the scoring contest. They are Harry Kane (8.00 on Coinplay) (by the way, Harry is the main favorite, despite the failure in the League of Nations), Raheem Sterling, and Phil Foden (odds for both 51.00 on bet365).
Frankly, Harry might be overrated. Firstly, in the group stage, England has no easy walks. All the Lions' opponents are tough teams. Second, Kane has not shown any miracles on the international stage this season, scoring just one goal in six UCL games. Harry shot only twice in the League of Nations for the national team, both on penalties. Bookmakers are betting on Kane just because of his status as the national team penalty shooter, hoping that England makes at least the semifinals of the World Cup.
England's Jude Bellingham is the Best Young Player in the tournament (4.00 on Coinplay). Jude, 19 y.o., is a crucial midfielder for Borussia Dortmund. This season he had 21 matches in three games and made nine goals and two assists. For the majority of matches, Jude joined from the first minutes. Jude played four matches in qualification for the World Cup, five of the six in the League of Nations. Despite his young age, it is evident that Bellingham is a player on the main England roster. That means Jude has a good chance for an individual trophy if the Lions reach at least the semifinals.
Expert Betting Tips
England must take first place in Group B to play in the last 16 with the second team in Group A. The Netherlands will likely lead Group A, so England's rivals will be either Qatar, Ecuador, or Senegal. Any of these teams are a perfect match for England. So we may see the Lions among the eight strongest teams on the planet.
Our pick: England to Reach Quarterfinals for 1.50 on bet365.
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