Czech Republic vs Belgium Betting Tips

The Czech Republic will host Belgium at Eden Arena on 28 March 2021 at 01:15 IST in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. The Czech Republic had a fantastic start to the tournament and managed to wreck Estonia by a scoreline of 2-6. Belgium managed to have a perfect start to their campaign as well as they defeated Wales by a scoreline of 3-1. As the two undefeated sides go head to head, this match promises to be an exciting one. 

Czech Republic Form & Team News

The Czech Republic had a great start to their campaign and are currently placed at the top of the Group E points table. The Czech Republic scored six goals against Estonia and looked in prime form. They have now won four of their last five international matches. They are also the dark horses in this group and are expected to perform well in the qualifiers. Currently ranked 42 in the FIFA rankings, the Czech Republic is up against the number one side in the world. 

There were no injuries reported in the Czech Republic camp after the match against Estonia. Hence, Jaroslav Šilhavý will have a full squad to choose from. West Ham United start Tomáš Souček continued his great form and scored a hattrick against Estonia. Patrik Schick, Antonín Barák, and Jakub Jankto scored in the last match and are expected to start against Belgium. Ondřej Čelůstka and Ondřej Kúdela will form the heart of the defence. Šilhavý has a strong team and barring a few last-minute injury crises, he is likely to start with the same eleven that started against Estonia. 

Belgium Form & Team News

The world number side kicked off their tournament perfectly and played exceptionally well against Wales. Belgium has now won four of their last five international matches and will look to continue their winning run. In 2020, Belgium won seven of their eight matches and managed to top Group 2 in the UEFA Nations League. Packed by world-class players, Belgium is a force to reckon with in this tournament. 

Belgium has a great depth in its squad with good like-for-like replacements. Senior players showed their class against Wales, both Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku scored important goals. Axel Witsel and Eden Hazard continue to be sidelined with injuries. Midfield looks sublime with the inclusion of Youri Tielemans and Leander Dendoncker. Thibaut Courtois is expected to start as the goalkeeper with Thomas Vermaelen and Jan Vertonghen forming the backline. Roberto Martínez is expected to stick with the same playing eleven that prevailed against Wales. 

Odds by Casumo

According to the Casumo sportsbook, Belgium is the favorite to win the match. They are placed at 1.63 odds, while the Czech Republic is placed at 5.50 and the draw is at 3.75.

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Our Tipster’s Angle

Belgium has managed to develop a great talent pool in recent times and has performed well in the last 12 months. Belgium won five out of six matches in the UEFA Nations League and their only defeat came against England. They have started this tournament on a good note and their tactics seemed to work perfectly well in the match against Wales. With all their players fit and in top form, Belgium is expected to win this contest. 

Tip 1: Belgium To Win

In the FIFA rankings, Belgium is ranked the number one side whereas the Czech Republic is ranked 42nd. Belgium has been very clinical and consistent recently and had a good outing in the UEFA Nations League. They managed to win five games and scored 16 goals in the process. Czech Republic topped its group in the UEFA Nations League and managed to win four out of six matches. In the last match played against these two sides, Belgium managed to defeat the Czech Republic by a scoreline of  2-1. Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku have been the key players for Belgium and have given winning performances. Considering the recent form and quality of players in the side, Belgium is expected to win this match, and 1.63 odds are available for the same on the Casumo sportsbook.

Tip 2: Total Goals – Over 2.5

Both sides are known for scoring a lot of goals and have a lot of attacking players in their respective lineups. Belgium averaged 2.7 goals per match in the UEFA Nations League and had 4.7 shots on target per game. In their first match of this tournament, Belgium scored three goals. The Czech Republic averaged 1.7 goals per match in the UEFA Nations League and started the  FIFA World Cup Qualifiers by scoring six goals against Estonia. The forwards in the Belgium side include the likes of Lukaku, Merten, and De Bruyne. Tomáš Souček has performed well for the Czech Republic and alongside him are Jankto and Schick. With good attacking players on both sides, the total goals in the match are expected to be over 2.5, and 1.81 odds are available for the same on the Casumo sportsbook.

Conclusion

The Czech Republic made its intentions clear and kicked off the tournament on a high. But now they are up against a mighty Belgian side, who have been ruthless recently. Quality Football is expected when these two sides meet but the Belgian Red Devils are expected to come out victorious in this fixture. Summarizing a couple of bets mentioned above

1. Belgium to win @ 1.63
2. Total Goals – Over 2.5 @ 1.81

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