The United States have won the last two World Cups and are the clear favourite coming into this one. They will want to win convincingly to ensure they secure a favourable draw in the next round of the tournament. A Portugal victory could see the USWNT dumped from the competition.
Portugal vs United States Betting Tips
- United States handicap -1 (home +1) @ 4/5 Bet9ja
- Portugal to score exactly 0 goals @ 1/2 Bet9ja
- Lindsey Horan to score @ 21/10 BetKing
The United States to emphasise their class
The first of our Women’s World Cup tips for this match is for the United States to win by at least a two-goal margin.
The USWNT had to settle for a draw in their last match against the Netherlands. They had 18 attempts and the bulk of the clear chances in the match but they were unable to make it count against one of their main rivals for the trophy.
This shortcoming has left them needing a comprehensive win against Portugal, the final match in Group E, to secure top spot in the group.
The United States come into this match level on points with the Dutch but above them thanks to a superior goal difference. This deficit could easily be overturned by the Netherlands who take on Vietnam so expect the USA to go for the jugular against Portugal.
This bet has landed in two of the last three meetings between these sides. The US won 1-0 in the only game it didn’t land but were unfortunate not to win by more. They had 21 more shots than the Portuguese on that occasion but were wasteful in front of goal.
Portugal vs United States Bet 1: United States handicap -1 (home +1) @ 4/5 Bet9ja
The USWNT’s impeccable defensive record to continue
The second of our predictions for Portugal vs United States is for the USWNT to keep a clean sheet.
Portugal had high hopes coming into this difficult group and they still have a chance to qualify going into the final match. It would be an almighty upset if Francisco Neto’s side were able to pick up all three points and dump the holders out at this stage but they will be pleased to have the chance.
However, Portugal looked toothless against the Netherlands in their first group game. This is cause for concern ahead of this crucial match against a similar-quality of opponent. Neto’s team had just two shots in that game; one of which was on target.
The USWNT have a stellar defensive record. They have played 10 matches in 2023 and kept clean sheets in eight. They will be confident of another solid defensive display here.
Portugal vs United States Bet 2: Portugal to score exactly 0 goals @ 1/2 Bet9ja
Horan to provide the threat from midfield
The last of our tips for this match is for Lindsey Horan to find the net at any time in the match.
Horan has been a real threat for the US in this tournament so far. She has scored in both of their group matches and hasn’t been afraid to let the shots fly. Two of her three shots against the Dutch found the target. She also had five shots against Vietnam.
Horan has featured as a central midfielder but she has been more than willing to get into the penalty area. Her heatmap against the Netherlands shows she was free to roam in attacking third.
Portugal vs United States Predictions Bet 3: Lindsey Horan to score @ 21/10 BetKing
Portugal vs United States Odds
Odds correct at time of publishing and are subject to change.
- Portugal to win @ 10/1 Bet9ja
- Draw @ 9/2 @ Bet9ja
- United States to win @ 2/7 Bet9ja
