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- Netherlands v Italy international friendly researched betting tips. The Italian juggernaut comes to the Amsterdam Arena.
Netherlands v Italy international friendly researched betting tips. The Italian juggernaut comes to the Amsterdam Arena.
Match Preview – 19:45 Kick-Off at the Amsterdam Arena, Amsterdam
An eagerly anticipated clash between international heavyweights Netherlands and Italy takes place in Amsterdam on Tuesday night with both sides keen to put down a marker against a traditional and historical tournament rival. It’s expected to be an open and entertaining game, with both teams playing without pressure. It’s a chance for both sets of players to enjoy come creative freedom on the pitch before returning to the rigours of club football.
The Netherlands are going through a period of restructuring under Danny Blind and so far it’s been a turbulent transition. On Saturday they produced an extremely disappointing display, losing 2-0 in Bulgaria leaving them a huge 5 points off top spot in World Cup qualifying group A. They will need to finish strongly in their last 5 games to stand any chance of going to Russia next summer.
Italy are unbeaten in 7 and their 2-0 home win over Albania keeps them in contention at the top of Group G where they trail leaders Spain on goal difference. The Italians recent away record is also impressive and they have found the net 10 times in their last 3 trips.
Netherland’s recent results.
- Mar 25th 2017 Bulgaria 2:0 Netherlands - WC Qualifying Group
- Nov 13th 2016 Luxemburg 1:3 Netherlands - WC Qualifying Group
- Nov 9th 2016 Netherlands 1:1 Belgium - Friendly
- Oct 10th 2016 Netherlands 0:1 France - WC Qualifying Group
Italy’s recent results
- Mar 24th 2017 Italy 2:0 Albania - WC Qualifying Group
- Nov 15th 2016 Italy 0:0 Germany - Friendly
- Nov 12th 2016 Liechtenstein 0:4 Italy - WC Qualifying Group
- Oct 9th 2016 Macedonia 2:3 Italy - WC Qualifying Group
Odds
- Netherlands 17/10
- Italy 21/10
- Draw 17/10
- (Odds taken from Bet365)
Netherlands V Italy Predictions
Ordinarily Italy would be favourites to win against such an inexperienced Dutch side, but with Danny Blind and Gian Piero Ventura both expected to chop and change their line-ups, it’s probably wise to revise opinions. A high scoring draw looks likely between what should be two experimental teams.
It’s a good idea to steer clear of the outright betting markets in this one. As I explained above, two experimental line-ups will mean an unpredictable game. However when Italy and the Netherlands take to the field, goals are always likely to follow. Bet 365’s odds of 6/5 for there to be over 2.5 goals look generous. They also offer odds of 5/6 for both teams to score.
Our Tips
- Over 2.5 goals 6/5 Bet365
- Both teams to score 5/6 Bet365
