The Clash of the Titans Expect Across the Globe: Accumulator Tips for July 03

Different matches will take center stage on Thursday as the Gold Cup gradually moves closer to the end. We will see the freshness of the Women’s Euro 2025. USA and Guatemala will lock horns in the semis of the Gold Cup, and Group B of the Women's European Championship will see Belgium, Italy, Spain, and Portugal swing into action. Below are three selected games from the tournament with expert views, predictions, and odds.

USA vs Guatemala

Guatemala made a surprising appearance in this round after a penalty win in the penalty shootout against Canada. However, they will now need to do extra work to go past the Americans. The Bicolor will rely on the defensive side of their game to get something out of this game. On the other hand, the USA played a 2-2 draw against Costa Rica, despite going ahead twice in the game. However, they ended up securing a 4-3 win on penalties. Regardless of how the two sides made it into this round, I still expect the hosts to win this clash, owing to the fact that the USA have won three of their last four games, and also four of their last five matches against Guatemala.

Possible Starting Lineup

USA (4-2-3-1): Matt Freese; Alex Freeman, Chris Richards, Tim Ream, Max Arfsten; Tyler Adams, Luca De la Torre; Sebastian Berhalter, Malik Tillman, Diego Luna; Patrick Agyemang.

Guatemala (4-3-3): Kenderson Navarra; Aaron Herrera, Jose Carlos Pinto, Nicolas Samayoa, Jose Morales; Jose Rosales, Rudy Munoz, Stheven Robles; Olger Escobar, Rubio Rubin, Oscar Santis.

• Bet Type: W1

Belgium Women vs Italy Women

Action will begin in the Women’s Euro 2025 as Belgium Women and Italy Women play their first game in Group B at the Stade de Tourbillon. The group has Spain and Portugal, and this automatically sends the signal to both sides that a win in this clash could tell on who will take the second spot in the group. On paper, Spain will win this group. While I am not interested in who will win in this clash, because I believe the pendulum can swing to either side, I believe both sides will contribute to a high-scoring game. Five of the last six games of Belgium saw three or more goals scored, and three of the last four games of Italy saw the same results. Interestingly, the Belgian Red Flames have conceded 17 goals in their last six outings. So, with this, I expect multiple goals in this clash.

Possible Starting Lineup

Belgium Women (4-3-3): Lisa Lichtfus; Laura Deloose, Amber Tysiak, Janice Cayman, Davina Philtjens; Jill Janssens, Justine Vanhaevermaet, Tinne De Caigny; Jarne Teulings, Tessa Wullaert, Hannah Eurlings.

Italy Women (4-3-3): Laura Giuliani; Martina Lenzini, Cecilia Salvai, Elena Linari, Angelica Soffia; Arianna Caruso, Manuela Giugliano, Emma Severini; Elisabetta Oliviero, Cristiana Girelli, Sofia Cantore.

• Bet: Over 2.5 goals

Spain Women vs Portugal Women

Spain will be out to win their first European Championship in history against Portugal in Group B of the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 at Stadion Wankdorf. The Spanish side are the favourite to win this tournament, even ahead of defending champions England. La Roja have won their last five games, and also all five head-to-head games with A Selecção das Quinas. On the other hand, As Navegadoras are winless in their last five games, including four losses. The most recent meetings between both sides ended 4-2 and 7-1, respectively, in the UEFA Nations League. Regardless of this total dominance, I will pick my bet from the goal market because the two sides have seen high-scoring games in their individual games and their head-to-head games.

Possible Starting Lineup

Spain Women (4-5-1): Catalina Coll; Ona Batlle, Irene Paredes,Laia Aleixandri, Olga Carmona; Patricia Guijarro, Aitana Bonmatí, Alexia Putellas, Mariona Caldentey, Salma Paralluelo; Esther González.

Portugal Women (5-3-2): Patricia Morais; Catarina Amado, Ana Borges, Carole Costa, Ana Rita Seiça, Joana Marchão; Andreia Faria, Tatiana Pinto, Dolores Silva; Ana Dias, Diana Silva.

• Bet Type: Over 2.5 goals