Portugal vs Netherlands Soccer Prediction Today
Portugal
On Friday, March 23, in the first friendly of the series of the first date Fifa (International Federation of 2018), Portugal did not make a great performance before Egypt. It lost until the 46 minutes of the second half by 1 to 0. But two goals of superstar Cristiano Ronaldo in the extras guaranteed the turn and the victory by 2 to 1.
Despite the difficulty of winning, the numbers showed Portuguese dominance for most of the match. The Euro 2016 defending team had a lot more possession (59% to 41%) and tried to translate this advantage into goal attempts. He tried 18 finals against only five of the Egyptians. They ended up getting the best in volume. The team from Portugal had six shots on target against three of the rival. That means, however, a hit rating of 33% versus 60% of the opponent.
Once again the statistics showed the great dependence that the team has of Cristiano Ronaldo. Knowing this and also that this will be his last World Cup, the top scorer has played less games throughout the year to avoid getting far from his physical conditions, as happened in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, where he played a part.
This may even cause experienced coach Fernando Santos to leave him out of the game this Monday. He needs to test options for when he can not count on his biggest player.
Netherlands
With the new direction of Ronald Koeman, the Netherlands opened their preparation cycle for Euro 2020 and the Qatar World Cup in 2022 on Friday, March 23. The result of the friendly in Amsterdam against England , was not as expected. Defeat 1-0. Neither the quality of football shown by the two teams.
The game was balanced, but without great emotions. The field of the ball was divided (49% to 51%). The goal attempts were even in number: 12 for each side. But the use was not so bad. The Dutch sent half of the finals on the target against four sure shots from the English. However, it lacked intensity.
The teams were overly cautious. This was already expected from England, who have been using this tactic since Gary Southgate took over, but a little more daring was expected of a new Holland filled with young and promising players.
This may cause Koeman to promote significant changes in the game against Portugal. After all, his first call consisted of 33 athletes.
Soccer Prediction of the Day Portugal vs Netherlands
The lack of excitement of the teams in the friendly on Friday indicates the draw as a good choice of guess for the confrontation on Monday. Equality is priced at 3.30 in Rivalo.
Prediction Today: A tie
Odds: 3.20
