Uruguay vs Iraq Prediction: Bettin on the Total

Prediction for the match between Uruguay vs Iraq, which will take place on May 23d. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Uruguay approaches the World Cup in great shape. Before their first match at the tournament, they played two friendlies, defeating Honduras and Uzbekistan 1:0 and 2:0. Moreover, they had played effectively at the CONMEBOL Cup. They won four straight victories but lost the decisive game to Brazil 0:2, remaining in second place. That was enough to qualify for the World Cup. The Uruguayans twice reached the finals in 1997 and 2013, losing and getting silver.

Iraq is a rare guest at the World U20 championships. They are only sometimes the underdogs. At the World Cup 2013, they made it to the semifinals, but their exploits ended there. But at the last AFC Cup, they entered the playoffs, beating Iran 1:0 and Japan 3:2 on penalties and losing to Uzbekistan 0:1 in the final. Before the World Cup 2023, Iraq defeated the Dominican Republic - 3:2 and played in a draw with Brazil - 1:1.

Uruguay is in great shape. At their continental championship, they have beaten everyone but the Brazilians. That speaks volumes about their ambitions. The Uruguayans have a well-organized defense and a very efficient offense, making them one of the main favorites in Group E. Iraq rarely qualifies for the World Cup, so the country does not have much experience.

The Iraqi team will need help in the attack. Uruguay had three shutouts in the previous four games, conceding only two goals from the Brazilians. In addition, their last four matches ended with the TO, so even now, we should not expect a fun and productive meeting.

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