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**Final: Spain vs. England** 

Spain and England are on the verge of a historic feat, as they both have the chance to secure their first-ever World Cup victory. In the semi-finals, they both experienced similar scenarios – they got a lead, only to witness it slip away, but then quickly reclaimed it. What makes this final even more unique is the potential for the victor to join Germany as the exclusive nations to have lifted both the Men's and Women's World Cups. For Sarina Wiegman, the Manager of the England team, this is a remarkable moment. Should England win, she would become only the sixth manager in football history to lift both the EUROs and World Cup, having led England to the EUROs last summer. This achievement would place her in the esteemed company of illustrious names; Helmut Schön (Germany - Men), Vicente del Bosque (Spain - Men), Silvia Neid & Tina Theune (Germany - Women), and Even Pellerud (Norway - Women). 
 

The Spaniards will have the added motivation of revenge having been knocked out of last year’s EUROs by England in the quarter-finals. Esther Gonzalez had given Spain the lead early in the second-half but their hearts why crushed by Manchester duo, Ella Toone and Georgia Stanway. Man Utd’s Toone equalized in the 84th minute to send the game to extra time before Man City’s Stanway grabbed the winner in the first-half of extra time.  
 

Sunday’s final will also see England’s duo Kiera Walsh and Lucy Bronze face their Barcelona teammates while Spain’s Right Back, Ona Batlle, who just joined Barcelona from Manchester United, will relish the chance to face some familiar faces. The biggest news, however, is the return of **Lauren James** after serving a 2-match suspension. Prior to her Red Card against Nigeria, she had  **3 goals and 3 assists in 3 starts** and looked like the Player of the Tournament. The English team has looked good in her absence, though, scoring 5 goals in those two games, with her replacement, Ella Toone, opening the scoring in the semi-finals. The interesting question lies in whether Sarina Wiegman will maintain the successful formula of the last two matches or reintegrate James into the starting lineup. 


One thing we can count on in games involving **Spain** is goals. They’ve scored **17 goals in their 6 games** in this tournament and **conceded 7.** Each of those 6 games have featured **Over 2.5 goals,** and having been rewarded by going for that in the last game, we’ll stick with it once more. Turning our focus to England, our prediction materialized when [we backed Alessia Russo to score at any point](https://m.betking.com/blog/betting-tips/fifa-women-s-world-cup-semi-finals-preview/) in the semi-finals. This time, our attention shifts to **Salma Paralluelo,** the teenage sensation who has left her mark by netting **two goals for Spain during the knockout stages,** including the semi-final encounter. At 4.70, picking her as an anytime scorer are available at high odds that are unmatched by any betting site in Nigeria, and thus provide a maximum value for money.  

 

**Betting Tips:**

Over 2.5 Goals  

Both teams to score

Salma Paralluelo to score at Anytime 

**Third Place: Australia vs. Sweden**  

The Lionesses of England shattered the hopes of the Australians, yet the Aussies can take pride in their overall performance throughout the tournament. Regardless of the match's outcome, this tournament marks their most impressive World Cup finish to date, and they're determined to bring joy to their home supporters by ending on a winning note.  


The Swedes come into this game with the lowest of morales after yet another semi-final loss. With the score deadlocked at 0-0, the match against Spain seemed destined for extra time until it burst into life in the closing 10 minutes. Super-sub teenager, Salma Paralluelo, continued her fine form in the knockout stages by opening the scoring in the 81st minute. Sweden retaliated by having their own substitute, Rebecka Blonqvist, equalize in the 88th minute. Just as the prospect of extra time loomed again, Olga Carmona swiftly restored Spain's advantage mere moments later, sending La Roja into the finals. These eventful 10 minutes saw [us hit two of our three bet predictions.](https://m.betking.com/blog/betting-tips/fifa-women-s-world-cup-semi-finals-preview/)  

 
Sweden will play in the third-place match for a record 4th time. History shows they’ve been able to rise above their semi-final disappointments in the past as evident by their three wins in three third-place games, as well as their **Over 1.5 goals** in each of those three victories. However, it would be unwise to underestimate Australia, given the influence of their passionate home supporters throughout their journey. The Matildas have maintained a streak of not losing consecutive World Cup games since 1999 and are striving to become the third team from the AFC region to secure a World Cup medal, following in the footsteps of Japan (gold in 2011 and silver in 2015) and China (silver in 1999). Star striker, Sam Kerr finally came alive against England, delivering what is arguably the Goal of the Tournament - a screamer from way outside the box. Sadly, though, she followed that up by missing two easier chances to draw level, and England’s Alessia Russo put the game to bed by making it 3-1. Our bet of the day is for Sam Kerr to make up for her missed chance by scoring a goal in this game. At 2.90, we have the best odds available for this for our online sports betting community.  

 

**Betting Tips**  

Over 2.5 Goals 

Both Teams to Score  

Sam Kerr to score at Anytime 

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Betting Tips

Preview: FIFA World Cup Finals & Third Place Match

Over 2.5 Goals

Both teams to score

Salma Paralluelo to score at Anytime

Over 2.5 Goals

Both Teams to Score

Sam Kerr to score at Anytime