Women’s football takes centre-stage today at the 2024 Olympics after a drama-filled opening set of fixtures for the men.
Argentina were shock 2-1 losers to Morocco in a chaotic encounter, while there were wins for both France and Spain.
Spain, United States, France, Germany and Australia are all in action in what should be an entertaining afternoon in Paris.
We have gone through the fixtures and identified the bet bets we feel offer good value on Thursday.
Odds correct as of 8:30am on July 25 via Bet365.
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Spain v Japan
A year on from their 2023 World Cup triumph, Spain will be hoping for a medal at Paris 2024.
La Roja know they are set for a tough opening game however, with the pair’s last encounter at the World Cup group stage finishing 4-0 to Japan in a game which sparked the eventual tournament winners into life.
With Ballon d’Or winner Aita Bonmati leading their charge, Spain will go in as favourites but the Nadeshiko’s attacking style should pose their opponents with plenty of threat once again.
Tip: Spain to win and both teams to score at 9/4.
United States v Zambia
Tournament favourites United States kick off their efforts to land a first gold medal since London 2012 against Zambia.
Zambia, appearing at only their second Olympics, will be overwhelming underdogs against the four-time winners, with the African side ranked 64th in the world and recently losing 5-0 to both Spain and Japan.
It would be no surprise to see Emma Hayes’ similarly flex their muscles, so a handicap victory looks the best way to go here.
Tip: USA to win with a -3 handicap at 6/5
France v Colombia
France will be roared on by a home crowd and will expect to open their account with a victory against Colombia.
Having qualified as hosts, Les Bleus make their first Olympics appearance since reaching the quarter-finals in 2016 as they search for their first major honour.
Colombia enjoyed a memorable journey to the World Cup last eight last summer and will be hoping to surprise more in Paris.
The bookies are tipping France, which is why we have gone with both teams to score for our final pick.
Tip: Both teams to score at 5/6
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Following the above tips gives you a 12/1 treble which could get your Olympics off to a profitable start!
