USATSI
The youthful United States Men’s National Team takes on a stacked England squad Friday in a critical Group B match at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The USMNT is one of the youngest squads in the tournament but can play like they have nothing to lose, while 2018 World Cup semifinalists England have the dreams of the nation riding on their performance. The Three Lions got off to a flying start in Monday’s Group B opener, hammering Iran 6-2. The Americans also looked like they might make a statement, dominating the first half of their matchup with Wales, but they had to settle for a 1-1 draw. England can clinch a spot in the next round with a victory, while the Americans need a positive result to have a chance to advance following next Tuesday’s meeting with Iran.
Kickoff at Al Bayt Stadium is set for 2 p.m. ET. Caesars Sportsbook lists England as the -205 favorites (risk $205 to win $100) in the latest England vs. USA odds. The USMNT are the +575 underdogs, a draw is priced at +310, and the over/under for total match goals is 2.5. Before making any any USMNT vs. England picks, you need to see the 2022 World Cup predictions and best bets from proven soccer insider Martin Green.
After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Since then, his European soccer picks have been spot-on. Green has generated almost $35,000 for $100 bettors since the 2017-18 season. He has his finger on the pulse of the game all over the globe.
Now, Green has broken down the USA vs. England matchup from every angle and just locked in his 2022 World Cup picks and predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see his picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for England vs. USMNT:
USMNT vs. England spread: England -1.5 (+135)USMNT vs. England over/under: 2.5 goals USMNT vs. England money line: USMNT +575, England -205, Draw +310USA: Christian Pulisic has five goals in his past 13 USMNT matches ENG: Harry Kane has 15 goals in his past 17 international matches USMNT vs. England picks: See picks here
Why you should back England
The Three Lions have an embarrassment of attacking options, and many of them made themselves known Monday. Harry Kane didn’t get on the board, but he had two assists, and he was the Golden Boot winner in 2018 with six goals in six matches. Bukayo Saka scored twice, while Jude Bellingham, Marcus Rashford, Raheem Sterling and Jack Grealish also found the back of the net. Manchester City star Phil Foden and Chelsea’s Mason Mount also are among the many attackers who can make a difference. England outscored their qualifying opponents 39-3.
Kane needs just three goals to surpass Wayne Rooney’s England record of 53 goals, and he has scored 13 in the team’s past 15 matches. The Three Lions looked like a team on a mission to atone for their devastating 2-1 extra-time loss to Croatia in the 2018 semifinals. With the attack fully unleashed, the result was exactly what England fans have been expecting. The Three Lions had seven shots on net Monday, while the Americans managed just one in their opener.
Why you should back the USMNT
The Americans know they need a positive result, and they could benefit if Gareth Southgate again goes with an attack-minded approach. The England manager typically plays a conservative game, to the chagrin of fans, to compensate for defensive weaknesses. Iran managed two goals Monday for just the second time in 10 games. England entered the tournament on a horrible run of form, going 0-3-3 in the UEFA Nations League and being outscored 10-4. They will be under immense pressure, while the USA should be a bit looser.
Christian Pulisic, who has 21 goals in 53 international matches, has experience against many of these players from his club work at Chelsea. It was his perfect pass that set up Timothy Weah’s goal against Wales, and he will be in the middle of everything Friday. Tyler Adams also looked motivated by his elevation to the captaincy. He put in a man of the match performance, wreaking havoc on both ends of the pitch.
How to make USMNT vs. England picks
Green has scrutinized the USA vs. England match from every angle. He is leaning Over on the goal total and provides two confident best bets and his full breakdown of the match. He’s only sharing his 2022 World Cup picks and analysis at SportsLine.
So, who wins England vs. USMNT in Friday’s 2022 World Cup Group B showdown? And where does all the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see the best bets for the USMNT vs. England match, all from the European soccer expert who has generated almost $35,000 for $100 bettors over the past four seasons, and find out.