The last time Poland qualified for the round of 16 was in 1986. They have won just one game in each of the last three World Cups they have competed in.
Saudi Arabia has advanced out of the group stage more recently than Poland, but it has also been a long time since they last played in the round of 16, back in 1994. With Argentina being the favorite to win the group, second place is up for grabs and this penultimate group stage match could decide who advances.
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Will Poland win more than one game? Can Saudi Arabia be a surprise qualifier?
Let's dive into current betting odds to uncover the best bets and props for this Group C showdown between Poland and Saudi Arabia.
Poland vs Saudi Arabia Current Odds
- 3-way handicap: Poland (-160) | Draw (+275) | Saudi Arabia (+450)
- Draw No Bet: Poland (-450)| Saudi Arabia (+290)
- Over/Under Goals: Over 2.5 (+100) | Under 2.5 (-140)
- Both Teams to Score: Yes (+100) | No (-140)
Poland vs Saudi Arabia odds are current as of Monday, Nov.14, from BetMGM Sportsbook unless otherwise noted.
The oddsmakers are expecting a low-scoring match with the Under 2.5 total goals juiced to -140. They are also giving a slight edge to the Poles who are favored to win this match at -160.
Poland vs Saudi Arabia Prediction
Poland 2-0 Saudi Arabia
After coming off their match against Mexico, the Polish team will be looking to increase their goal differential. Per Vegas odds, this is the easiest match of the group for Poland. They might have to take advantage of the matchup since goal differential might be the deciding factor for who qualifies out of the group.
The main man for Poland is Robert Lewandowski, their captain and all-time leading scorer. He has scored in the Bundesliga, La Liga and the Champions League, but has never notched a World Cup goal. If the Poles are to advance out of the group stage this year, Lewandowski will have to get on the scoresheet.
He is surrounded by talented players in the attack with Piotr Zieliński, who is having a terrific season at Napoli, and Feyenoord man Sebastian Szymański. These three attacking players will be a lot to handle for the Saudi Arabian defense, especially Lewandowski.
Saudi Arabia will play at four in the back and will be hoping to get Salem al-Dawsari healthy for this contest. He is their best player and the one who scored the winning goal against Egypt during the 2018 World Cup.
Poland vs Saudi Arabia Betting Tips
- Poland is 4-0 all-time against Saudi Arabia, with the most recent victory coming in 2006.#
- Saudi Arabia were shutout in two of the three games they played during the 2018 World Cup.
- At 34 years old, this might be Lewandowski’s final World Cup as there is no guarantee they will qualify for the contest in 2026.
- Poland failed to win a game and finished in last place of their group at Euro 2020.
Poland vs Saudi Arabia Best Bets
➕ Multiple Correct Score: 1:0, 2:0 or 3:0 (+180) at BetMGM Sportsbook
WAGER: 1 Unit
The Polish defense will be tough to break through for Saudi Arabia and without al-Dawsari, they will lack the talent at the top.
Lewandowski has been in great form for Barcelona in La Liga and will look to lead his team to the knockout stage for the first time in his career.
Poland will hold a clean sheet in this match, so there is value on the multiple score bet win in this contest.
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