USA vs Belgium World Cup Round of 16 Pick
USA vs Belgium
July 1, 2014
3:00 PM EST
Online Odds: Bovada has USA +1/2 (-125) and Belgium -1/2 (+105)
The USA have now qualified for the Round of 16 single-elimination phase of the World Cup for the 4th time ever (all in the last 20 years). Though they finished group play with a sinking 1-0 loss to Germany, their prior performances against Ghana and Portugal earned them the points necessary to move forward.
Up next is Belgium in the Round of 16. Belgium is always a quality team and certainly a match favorite this time around. However, they have put out some mystifying performances this summer, leaving many to question just what their potential is.
They won all 3 of their group matches, but only by scoring very late goals in each. 2 of those matches were 1-0 finishes (nearly draws). Though no doubt a talented roster, many critics continue to question their ability to play as a team.
While this will undoubtedly be an exciting match, and the US certainly have a CHANCE, I’m going with Belgium to pull out a late win.
My Pick: Belgium -1/2 Search Odds and Bet now at Bovada!