FIFA Women's World Cup Preview and Betting Tips - USA vs. Thailand



ROICapper digs into the Women's World Cup with predictions, props and picks for the Thailand vs. USA match.

Women's World Cup

The final match of the first waves of games features the defending World Cup champions, as the United States begin their journey to capture a rare back-to-back trophy in the Women's top tournament.


United States vs. Thailand
Stade Auguste-Delaune II, Reims, France
6-11-2019 - 3:00 pm ET - FOX - Telemundo

The United States has enjoyed the opening matches of World Cup competitions, with the Stars and Stripes going undefeated in such spots, posting an undefeated record of 5-2-0, including a victory four years ago to start their march to a title.

Jill Ellis will be aiming to lead her troops towards consecutive trophies. Under her reign, and after taking over the managerial responsibilities in 2014, the longtime assistant finally got her opportunity to place her influence on this ultra-talented unit.

The American's Powerful Squad

The USWNT offers a plethora of world-class talent throughout their 23 woman roster. Megan Rapinoe and Tobin Heath will attack down the wings, and provide support to Alex Morgan in and around the box. The trio is a formidable front-line with pace and skill, while they do a great job of playing off one another to produce a healthy amount of shots on goal.

Match Prop
United States - Team Total Over 5.5  +100 / 2.0 - Goals 

The U.S. Women's midfield and back-line also work as a cohesive unit, able to push forward and join the attack while falling back to pick up defensive duties. Julie Ertz, Kelley O'Hara, and Crystal Dunn will play a significant role on both sides of the pitch. Expect substantial contributions from this experienced collection of players.

The reigning champs last met Thailand in 2016, placing nine goals in the back of the net, while seventeen members from that specific squad return for this World Cup opener.

Thailand arrives in France with little chance to progress out of the group, although playing in this grand tournament is still a significant accomplishment for the Country.

Nuengrutai Srathongvian will be responsible for leading her nation up against this powerful U.S. squad. Srathongvian's team only grabbed one victory during last season's outings and she hopes they can grab a second as considerable underdogs.

Kanjana Sungngoen will be one of the minnow sides main targets, the veteran forward has been responsible for producing some meaningful goals for her Country. Rattikan Thongsombut, Taneekarn Dangda, Kanjana Sungngoen and Orathai Srimanee all return as existing members from their 2015 run in Canada, and now with experience during this group stage process, the group will provide the team with veteran leadership throughout the front-line.

The Chaba Kaew must stay organized and attempt to frustrate their American opponents, knowing they will play a large amount of the match on their side of the pitch, they must keep their composure, and then attempt to create any offense when in possession of the ball.


United States vs. Thailand - Women's World Cup Match Prediction

The possibility of a lopsided scoreline looms large in this particular matchup, with the USMNT sure to dominate vast stretches of play of during this 45-minute encounter.

The defending champs enjoy scoring goals at a high clip, placing a minimum of three goals in the back of the net over their last five outings. The number one ranked team will want to apply pressure from the opening whistle, pinning the Chaba Kaew on their side of the pitch, while placing a large number of shots on goal against an overmatched defense.

Thailand has failed to keep any of their opponents of the scoreline since 2018, conceding an average of five goals per match, Tuesday's opposition should continue to add to that unimpressive trend.

Match Prop
Seven or More Goals Scored FT +150 / 2.5

I anticipate a large goal output before the halftime whistle even blows, wanting to put on a show for the worldwide audience, the USWNT is likely to explode for three-plus goals while adding onto the total as the second half begins, with Thailand struggling to test the Americans in goal.


United States vs. Thailand - Betting Tips

Over 2.5  +100 / 2.0 - 1H Goals
Over 5.5  -110 / 1.91  -  FT Goals
United States  -5  -110 / 1.91 - FT

Odds Provided By Bovada


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