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Sweden W vs South Africa W Prediction & Betting Tips - Womens World Cup
by Daniel Ngulu | in Womens World Cup Predictions
Sweden and South Africa will meet as they start their 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup campaign on Sunday in Wellington. The two nations will contest in Group G alongside Italy and Argentina. Sweden are unbeaten in four matches against South Africa and are heavy favourites to emerge victorious here.
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The Best Betting Odds for Sweden W v South Africa W Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.09 | 9.25 | 26 |
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1.08 | 9.5 | 28 |
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1.08 | 9.5 | 28 |
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1.08 | 9.2 | 28 |
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1.08 | 9.2 | 28 |
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1.07 | 10 | 30 |
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1.06 | 12.5 | 33 |
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1.07 | 8.21 | 24.27 |
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1.08 | 9.8 | 25 |
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1.08 | 9 | 29 |
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1.06 | 13 | 21 |
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1.06 | 10.5 | 35 |
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A reflection of their status as favorites here, Sweden have low odds for a win, the best on Unibet at 1.1. Bet365 offers the best odds for a South Africa win, at 34. A draw, which is the second likeliest result according to bookies, has the best odds of 11 on Bwin.
Sweden W vs South Africa W Form
Sweden W and South Africa W's standings in the Womens World Cup
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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1
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9 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
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2
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4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Sweden W and South Africa W Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
6 Sep 2022 - World Cup Qualification Women, UEFA Group 7
26 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
22 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
17 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
13 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
9 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
22 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
17 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
13 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
12 Apr 2022 - World Cup Qualification Women, UEFA Group 7
30 Nov 2021 - World Cup Qualification Women, UEFA Group 7
25 Nov 2021 - World Cup Qualification Women, UEFA Group 7
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
6 Sep 2022 - World Cup Qualification Women, UEFA Group 7
26 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
9 Jul 2022 - Women's Euro
7 Apr 2022 - World Cup Qualification Women, UEFA Group 7
21 Oct 2021 - World Cup Qualification Women, UEFA Group 7
17 Sep 2021 - World Cup Qualification Women, UEFA Group 7
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
23 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
18 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
14 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
10 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
4 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
17 Jun 2019 - Womens World Cup
2/4 (50%)
0/4 (0%)
2/4 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
14 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
10 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
17 Jun 2019 - Womens World Cup
13 Jun 2019 - Womens World Cup
3/4 (75%)
0/4 (0%)
1/4 (25%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
23 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
18 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
4 Jul 2022 - Africa Cup Of Nations, Women, Knockout Stage
8 Jun 2019 - Womens World Cup
Sweden W - South Africa W: Form Analysis
Sweden have qualified for all nine editions of the Women’s World Cup since 1991. They have only once failed to qualify out of their group. The runners-up medal in 2003 stands as their best ever finish. Peter Gerhardsson’s charges arrive for this year’s tournament struggling for form. The European nation, ranked third in the world, has won only one of its four matches in 2023. After defeating China 4-1 to start the year, they lost 1-0 to Denmark in between draws with Norway and Germany. This game will be their first since drawing 3-3 with Norway in a build-up match in April. The three-month inactivity could be a hindrance here. However, as they are unbeaten in four matches against South Africa, the Blagult will be confident of victory.
After failing to qualify for the first seven editions of the Women’s World Cup, South Africa are now in back-to-back tournaments. They made their debut in France in 2019 but were unfortunate to lose all three group matches. Here Desiree Ellis’ charges will be eager to post their first win at the global stage. Ranked 54th in the world and second in Africa, South Africa have also been inconsistent in their performances in recent outings. However, they have fared a bit better than Sweden in 2023 winning two of the five matches they have played. In their last build-up match before arriving for the tournament, Banyana Banyana defeated Costa Rica 2-0. Beating 36th ranked Costa Rica ended a three-match run without a win that had seen them lose twice.
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Sweden W against South Africa W Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Sweden W & South Africa W Squad Analysis
Peter Gerhardsson has a mix of experience and youth in his list of 23 for the tournament. Veteran midfielder Caroline Seger, 38, has been included in what will be her fifth World Cup. She has played over 230 matches for Sweden and will be key in leading the young players in the team. Other high-profile players in the squad are Stina Blackstenius, Lina Hurtig, Zecira Musovic, and Fridolina Rolfo. Rolfo comes with a high profile having scored the winning goal for Barcelona in this year’s Champions League final.
South Africa have also called up a squad that has a mixture of youth and experience. Most of the players are plying their trade in South Africa with only seven playing professionally abroad. One of those is 27-year-old Thembi Kgatlana who plies her trade in America for Racing Louisville. Kgatlana scored South Africa’s first and only goal at a World Cup when she netted against Spain in 2019. Others to watch out for are Refiloe Jane, Jermaine Seoposenwe, and Linda Motlhalo.
Most goals and assists
Sweden W
South Africa W
A. Ilestedt
(4 Goals)
H. Magaia
(2 Goals)
,
T. Kgatlana
(2 Goals)
J. Andersson
(2 Assists)
,
S. Jakobsson
(2 Assists)
T. Kgatlana
(2 Assists)
Sweden W - South Africa W Key Points
- South Africa have lost two of their last three games
- Sweden have kept one clean sheet in their last five matches
- Sweden are unbeaten in four matches against South Africa, winning three times
- South Africa have conceded three or more goals in two of their last three fixtures
- Four of Sweden’s last seven goals have come in the first half of matches
- South Africa have conceded seven first-half goals in three of their last four games
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Our Sweden W vs South Africa W Prediction
Sweden have been quick off the blocks in recent outings and it isn’t uncommon to see them score early. South Africa’s run has presented the contrary. The Africa representatives have conceded more goals in the opening half, in the lead-up to this match. Our prediction for Sweden v South Africa is for Sweden to lead at halftime.
Sweden W vs South Africa W - Other Interesting Predictions
Sweden to win both halves
Our second prediction for this match is for Sweden to go on and win both halves. While both teams have been inconsistent coming to this tournament, Sweden’s superiority stands out. Sweden are unbeaten in four matches against South Africa, we feel confident about them leading in both halves here.
Over 2.5 goals
Another good prediction for Sweden v South Africa is for the match to produce over 2.5 goals. Both teams have decent numbers in attack; have demonstrated capability to score two or more goals in a match. Coupled with their defensive frailties, we foresee a possible goal fest here.
Sweden W vs South Africa W match : Frequently asked questions
The Sweden v South Africa match will be played on Sunday 23 July and will kick off at 0600hrs GMT
The Sweden v South Africa match will be played at the Wellington Regional Stadium in New Zealand.
The Sweden v South Africa match will be available to audiences in South Africa on SuperSport and on V Sport and SVT in Sweden. For UK audiences, the match will be live on BBC and ITV. You can also find livescore updates on the game and any other on SportyTrader.
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