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Updated · Covers · Jul 7
Switzerland Backed to Beat Colombia at +270 as Analysts See Over 2.5 Goals
Updated
Updated · Covers · Jul 7

Switzerland Backed to Beat Colombia at +270 as Analysts See Over 2.5 Goals

3 articles · Updated · Covers · Jul 7

Summary

  • Switzerland are tipped to upset Colombia in Tuesday's World Cup clash in Vancouver, with analysts backing the Swiss moneyline at +270 despite Colombia being slight favorites.
  • Nine Swiss goals in four matches underpin that call, with Murat Yakin's side seen as carrying more attacking punch even after conceding in all three group-stage games.
  • Over 2.5 goals at +146 is the preferred totals play, reflecting expectations that Colombia can score but may again struggle to convert pressure into enough goals to win.
  • Breel Embolo at +220 is the featured scorer pick after netting twice in the tournament, aided by Johan Manzambi's creative role behind him.
  • Colombia enter 3-1 at the World Cup, but their only meeting with top-level opposition ended without a win, while Switzerland have beaten Bosnia, Canada and Algeria.

Insights

With Colombia's elite defense, why do experts predict a goal-fest in tonight's World Cup showdown with Switzerland?
Are oddsmakers wrong to favor a goal-shy Colombia over Switzerland's free-scoring attack in this knockout clash?