South Africa 7s vs New Zealand 7s Prediction: A competitive close contest is expected

In the World Seven Series - Canada, South Africa 7s will play New Zealand 7s in BC Place. The two teams come into this game hoping for a win. I will preview this game and offer the best betting opportunities. 

South Africa 7s

South Africa 7s last contest was against Spain 7s in the SVNS Australia third place playoff and they lost. In a 14-7 contest, South Africa 7s had a very poor start, which saw them score seven goals in the first half. However, a 7-7 draw in the second half was not enough to see this team secure a win. In the meantime, South Africa 7s have lost three of their last five matches, two against Australia 7s and Argentina 7s. In the meantime, South Africa 7s defeated Fiji 7s and Australia 7s and will hope to get things right again. 

New Zealand 7s

New Zealand 7s played Kenya 7s in their last contest and won. In a game that ended 12-19, New Zealand 7s came from behind to secure a win, thanks to a 0-12 second half win. In the meantime, New Zealand 7s have won three of their last five matches, two against Kenya 7s and Ireland 7s. However, New Zealand 7s lost to Fiji 7s and Uruguay 7s in that run. Heading into this game, New Zealand 7s have won three of their last four matches against South Africa 7s and will hope they can repeat that feat. 

Expert Betting Tips

South Africa 7s are always a tough side to beat and I expect them to show character. While New Zealand 7s come in as the favourite in this game, there is no doubt they will approach it with confidence. Yet, I believe this game will end with a close score, and a bet on many points is worth it, as South Africa 7s should cover the spread.