Portugal V Spain Predictions, H2H, Time, odds, Preview, and Betting Tips

Portugal V Spain Predictions, Head to Head (H2H), Stats, Preview, and Betting Tips

DATE: 15/06/2018 KICK OFF:2100HRS

Day 2 in Russia will present the 1^st heavyweight clash of this year's world cup when European champion Portugal face Spain in an Iberian derby.
These two sides are expected to qualify from this group and result from this match should determine which side will top the group.
Portugal have been in decent form and were undefeated in their three warm up matches winning one and drawing two.
Portugal led by Fernando Santos have little bit shaken up the 2016 squad that lifted the Euros, but have a huge concern with their aging back-line lead by Pepe(35),Bruno(36).
However, there is emerging talent;the likes of Bernardo Silva who had a stellar season with Man City and a genuine Number 9 Andre Silva who should partner Cristiano Ronaldo.
Spain on the other hand, are a very technically gifted side and very balanced in all departments but have a slight problem upfront due to their style of play that does not accommodate a genuine number 9.
La Roja have rediscovered their mojo under Julen Lopetegui and are unbeaten in his tenure with 19 matches without defeat.

H2h

Portugal and Spain have each won two, drawn three, and lost two of their last seven Iberian derbies. The last and only World Cup meeting came in 2010 as Spain beat them 1-0 on their way to lifting the trophy.

Match facts

Team news

Both coaches will have the luxury of choosing their best eleven as they are no injury reported ahead of this clash.

Probable Line ups:

Portugal 4-4-2:Patricio;Soares, Pepe, Fonte, Guerreiro;Moutinho, Carvalho, B Silva, Mario;Ronaldo, A Silva
Spain 4-2-3-1:De Gea; Carvajal, Pique, Ramos, Alba;Busquets, Alcantara; D Silva, Isco, Iniesta; Costa.

Player to watch;

It would be boring if I mentioned Cristiano Ronaldo in this part,
Bernardo Silva who has enjoyed a good season in England with Man City under Pep should be the man to watch for Portugal an attacking winger who likes to cut in with great effect and provides dangerous crosses and also has an eye for a goal.
Spain: Isco a proper technical player who suits the Spanish passing game very well as blossomed at the right moment and had a good season with Madrid wining their 3^rd champions league with Madrid will be the main man as he is expected to play the no. 10 role.

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