The second round of fixtures continues as we focus on Group G contestants. Sweden ended up victorious in torrential rain as they managed to come back from behind to take all three points. Italy also left it late against Argentina as the substitute scored a brilliant looping header in the dying minutes of the contest.
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SWEDEN
Sweden where the favourites coming into their first game, but heavy rain made it difficult for both teams, which brought about some spills and thrills. Sweden showed great character, sticking to their game plan and not panicking after finding themselves behind. In the second half, they ramped up the pressure on South Africa and looked destined to find at least an equaliser. An own goal set up a grand finale as Amanda Ilestedt headed the winner from a pinpoint corner for the win.
We are pricing Sweden to win the game at 1.72, a tight battle with under 2.50 goals to score priced at 1.57. Stina Blackstenius is valued at 2.65 to score anytime during the match and push her national team closer to the knockout stages.
ITALY
A great call from Milena Bertolini by putting Cristiana Girelli on for the last minutes, as that decision proved to be the pivotal moment in the match against Argentina. Italy managed to limit Argentina to just one shot on target, proving their solidity at the back. Against Sweden, the defence will be asked to put in another shift as Sweden are seen as the better side in this contest. This won’t phase the Italian national team, as their passion and determination know no bounds, they believe that they can progress well in this tournament.
Italy are priced at 5.50 to win and advance to the knockout stage, with a correct score win of 1-0 coming in at 8.75.
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