Laura Rozo
Netherlands vs Argentina will be a must-see match in the quarterfinals of this Qatar 2022 World Cup, where both teams will try to advance in the competition and define a place within the best four in the world.
The Netherlands comes into this game after defeating a strong United States team, and Argentina came out on top in a nail-biting match against Australia. Memphis and Messi will be the great duel of stars that will light up the Qatari sky on December 9.
At JefeBet we present our analysis, predictions and other information on the clash between these two national teams that will surely have plenty of action on the scoreboard. Remember that there is a specific section in our website where you may check updates on the World Cup predictions.
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Predictions and Betting Preview for the Netherlands vs Argentina World Cup Qatar 2022 Round of 16 Match on December 9, 2022
- Where: Lusail Stadium, Lusail, Qatar
- When: Friday, December 9, 2022, 11:00 AM E.T.
- PointsBet Moneyline: Netherlands (+260) / Tie (+220) / Argentina (+115)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (+130), Under (-170).
- Both teams score: Yes (+100) / No (-120)
- Pointsbetting (exclusive at PointsBet, for terms and conditions click here): Total goals for the game: Over 2.4.
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Netherlands Preview
Netherlands has had a fantastic World Cup. In the group stage, they finished first in Group A, where they played against Qatar, Ecuador and Senegal. They went through undefeated with two wins and a draw and thrilled all their fans, and in their last match against the United States they achieved an impressive 3-1 victory.
The match started very evenly and, in fact, the percentage of ball possession was mostly for the Americans. In the face of several U.S. attacks, goalkeeper Andries Noppert and his defensive line responded actively and prevented the goals.
In the 10th minute, after a team move, Memphis Depay put the ball into the corner of the goal, where the American goalkeeper could not reach it. After that, the other goals were curiously similar for both teams. Daley Blind and Denzel Dumfries also scored at 45+1 and 85 minutes.
With this result, the Netherlands hopes to face and beat Argentina in the quarterfinals, and although Lionel Messi’s team is one of the favorites, the Oranges have good players to fight for a place in the semifinals. In the 2014 World Cup, these teams met in the semifinals, and on that occasion, the Albicelestes won from the penalty spot. Will history repeat once again?
Possible lineup (5-3-2): Andries Noppert, Denzel Dumfries, Jurriën Timber, Virgil van Dijk, Nathan Aké, Daley Blind, Marten de Roon, Davy Klaassen, Frenkie De Jong, Cody Gakpo, Memphis Depay.
Betting on Argentina
The Argentines reached the quarterfinals after leading Group C and beating Australia 2-1 in the round of 16. The team coached by Lionel Scaloni is still not convincing with the same style of play with which it conquered its continent and was crowned champion in 2021. However, he has managed to be accurate in the last three games and the results are convincing.
The Albiceleste performed well against the Australians, however, the presence of Emiliano Martinez was crucial in the match. Although Lionel Messi and Julián Álvarez did their part by scoring goals in the 35th and 57th minutes, the Oceanic attack was constant and constantly threatened the result.
This new Holland vs. Argentina match is a chance for the South American team to confirm why it is one of the favorites to win the title. Although Argentina is not yet at their best level and running, its players are committed to moving the AFA’s sporting project forward and repeating Maradona’s 1986 feat.
Possible lineup (4-3-3): Emiliano Martínez, Nahuel Molina, Nicolás Otamendi, Cristian Romero, Marcos Acuña, Enzo Fernández, Rodrigo de Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Papu Gómez, Leo Messi, Julián Álvarez.
JefeBet Prediction
For this new quarter-final between the Netherlands and Argentina, we believe that the South Americans will be the ones to win. In the last match against Australia, the Argentines demonstrated, beyond their effectiveness, the team’s spirit to drive and attack. The efficiency of Julián Álvarez and Lionel Messi can bring another good result.
However, Memphis and his compatriots count on a first class squad that will surely put on an unparalleled show at this World Cup and could pose some danger to the South American team.
Prediction: Argentina wins 2-1.
