Spain vs Egypt Prediction: Tough test for Egypt

In group C, Spain and Egypt will battle it out at Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes in round 3 of the Olympic Football Games. Both teams' chances of making it to the quarterfinals look certain. Can Egypt hold here, as this is a crucial encounter for them?

Spain started their Olympic football Games with a 1-2 win, thanks to Sergio Gomez's win against Uzbekistan. However, they were brilliant against the Dominican Republic in game 2, which ended 1-2. In that encounter, Spain were held to a draw at halftime, with Angel Montes De Oca leveling the scores for his side after Fermin Lopez had put Spain in the lead in the 24th minute. In the meantime, goals from Alex Baena and Miguel Gutierrez in the second half of the game were brilliant enough to take Spain top of the Group C standings. 

This is more of a must not lose game for Egypt, as a win for the Dominican Republic could mean they will be out, provided they lose to Spain by a good margin. This team played to a goalless draw in their opener but stepped up their game against Uzbekistan, winning 0-1. However, this team has already accumulated four points but only one goal score. Egypt are seated 2nd in the Group C standings and will look to secure a positive result here. 

Spain will win here. Egypt do have a chance, as I expect them to put their all into this encounter. However, I believe that La Roja can not afford to miss up at the top of the group, and a win for them looks very certain. While Egypt will focus on defensive play, a bet on a few goals is another good option.