Morocco W vs Colombia Prediction & Betting Tips - Womens World Cup

Prediction published on 01/08/2023, 07:52  by Daniel Ngulu in Womens World Cup Predictions

Morocco are looking to advance to the Women’s World Cup knockout round when they take on Colombia in Group H. Heading into this game, Morocco are third with three points while Colombia top the group on six points. After their opening 6-0 loss to Germany, Morocco’s fate is no longer in their hands. They have to win here and hope that Germany drops points against Korea. Another scenario will be to draw and hope Germany loses. Clearly, this is one tough group. Morocco are coming from a shock 1-0 win over Korea. That marked their first win in seven matches, while it was also their first goal in that period. A sixth minute strike from Ibtissam Jraidi will go down in history as Morocco’s first ever World Cup goal. They need more of the same here, as they play one of the most entertaining teams at the tournament. With just three wins in their last 10 matches, going to a must-win game will call for a lot for the African nation. Save for the heavy loss to Germany, Morocco have been pretty decent defensively. Three times in five matches, they posted clean sheets.

Colombia’s needs in this game don’t match Morocco’s; their fate is well in their hands. Qualification is assured and Colombia can only work for a top spot finish. Having scored less than Germany, a draw here will guarantee them finishing top. In their opening two matches, Colombia have dazzled, scoring four times and winning both matches. Real Madrid forward Linda Caicedo has been the key player, with a goal in each of the games. She may be rested here, as a sign of her importance to the team, but Colombia remains a strong unit. The South American nation comes here unbeaten in five matches. They have scored in each of those matches too. Four times in their last five matches, Colombia have scored twice. They however have just two clean sheets in the last five matches. Making their third World Cup appearance, Colombia want to go further than their best – the round of 16 in 2015. Which informs why they may find it necessary to rest key players here.