World Cup: Spain vs Argentina – Betting preview

Ace Football previews the World Cup round Final match between Spain and Argentina and offers team stats, betting tips and the latest odds.

Whereas hosts Spain sit as number 2 in the FIFA world ranking, visitors Argentina arrive this coming Sunday as number 1.

Form: Spain vs Argentina

Spain Form

In their last three outings, Spain won 0-1 against Portugal, beat Belgium by 2-1 and hammered France 0-2. Spain won seven of their last 10 internationals, while drawing three in a run that saw them avoid defeat all together.

Argentina Form

Argentina are unbeaten in their last three matches, first beating Egypt by 3-2. This was followed by a 1-1 with Switzerland and a 1-2 win against England. Argentina won ten of their last 10 internationals in various competitions, but also lost zero times. Interestingly, they without a draw in this streak.

Betting facts for Spain and Argentina

Let’s have a look at some of the most interesting betting-relevant facts based on the stats from the last couple of matches that Spain and Argentina played across all tournaments.

In-form players: Spain vs Argentina

Look no further than Mikel Oyarzabal, when searching for a marksman who is currently in good shape. He hit the target five times lately for Spain, while Lionel Messi managed five goals in the last half dozen matches for Argentina across tournaments. No doubt, both are looking to add to their total once again.

Popular markets: Spain vs Argentina

Full-time result

In their last 10 matches across all tournaments, Spain won seven times, drew three and lost zero times. Argentina claimed ten wins, drew zero times and lost zero in their last 10 games across all tournaments. Spain won their last 6 matches on the bounce. Spain are on a fantastic streak of no less than 24 matches in a row without defeat as the home side. Argentina won their last 14 matches.

Both teams to score

Spain scored the first goal of the match an impressive eight times in the last ten home games. Argentina scored the opening goal in seven of the last ten away from home. Both teams have scored in last 5 consecutive Argentina games. Argentina were able to win five of these matches without conceding a goal. Perhaps a number worth keeping in mind for an accumulator, depending on your betting strategy.

Total goals

Spain saw over 2.5 goals in four of their last ten matches across all tournaments, as they scored an average of 1.7 goals during this run. Over 2.5 goals happened in eight of the last ten games for Argentina, who managed to hit the net 2.9 times on average in these games. Argentina scored at least one goal in their last 14 matches.

Recommended tip: Spain vs Argentina

To sum up, the upcoming match between Spain and Argentina seems to be a good betting opportunity. Considering the above statements, we have come up with a betting prediction for this World Cup game.