Argentina could not have asked for a better matchup to kick off their World Cup campaign. More often than not, teams will open up the World Cup and show some rust, but Argentina can afford to do that against Saudi Arabia.
The Middle-Eastern nation enters the tournament as the 51st-ranked team in the world. Meanwhile, Argentina is the 3rd-best team in the world and one of the favorites to lift the cup.
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Can Saudi Arabia shock the world? How will Messi perform in his first World Cup match this year?
Let's dive into current betting odds to uncover the best bets and props for this Group C match between Argentina and Saudi Arabia.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Current Odds
- 3-way handicap: Argentina (-550) | Draw (+550) | Saudi Arabia (+1750)
- Draw No Bet: Argentina (-5000)| Saudi Arabia (+1300)
- Over/Under Goals: Over 2.5 (-155) | Under 2.5 (+110)
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia odds are current as of Monday, Oct. 31, from BetMGM Sportsbook unless otherwise noted.
The oddsmakers expect Argentina to roll against Saudi Arabia in this contest, and they should. It will be the perfect warm-up match for the South Americans as they will look to win Messi his first-ever World Cup, which he claims will be his last appearance in the tournament.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Prediction
Argentina 3-0 Saudi Arabia
Los Albicelestes will be expected to make a deep run in this year’s tournament. They have one of the best starting elevens they’ve had in recent years, especially on the offensive side of the ball. Alongside Messi, the attack will include Lautaro Martínez, Paulo Dybala, and young Manchester City star Julián Álvarez.
The midfield for Argentina is also stacked with Ángel Di María, Rodrigo De Paul, Giovani Lo Celso, and Leandro Paredes.
This prolific attack is arguably the best at the World Cup. However, fitness heading into the tournament will be necessary to monitor with Argentina as a few of their players are currently nursing an injury sustained from their domestic league play.
Saudi Arabia did win one game at the last World Cup against Egypt, but it was their final group-stage game when they were already eliminated from contention. They will likely be battling for second place in the group alongside Mexico and Poland. This will be a tough contest for their defense, and they’ll need to capitalize on the counter-attack as Argentina will control the possession in this match.
Back Argentina to easily win this contest.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Betting Tips
- Argentina have lost to the eventual champions in back-to-back World Cups: 2018, France in the Round of 16, 2014 Germany in the Finals.
- Argentina are tied with France for the 2nd best odds to win the tournament this year at +600.
- This is the 6th time Saudi Arabia has qualified for the World Cup but only their second appearance in the tournament since 2006.
- Saudi Arabia will look to qualify for the Round of 16 for only the second time in its history.
- Head to head, Argentina has won two matches and drawn twice against Saudi Arabia. Their last matchup came in 2012, which resulted in a 0-0 draw.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Best Bets
➕ Argentina Team Total over 2.5 Goals (+100) at BetMGM Sportsbook
WAGER: 1 Unit
They could get off to a slow start, but the Argentina offense is far too talented and will overmatch the defense of the Green Falcons. In the opening match of the 2018 World Cup, Saudi Arabia conceded five goals against Russia. Back the South American side to pour it on in this contest.
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➕ Argentina To Score in Both Halves (-120) at BetMGM Sportsbook
WAGER: 1 Unit
This is another bet that will focus on the Argentina attack. Argentina will be playing in the World Cup final this year, and their offense will be why they will be there. Their pace and ball-handling skills are unrivaled and will cause havoc in this match.
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