England and Nigeria face off on Monday morning in a Round of 16 FIFA Women’s World Cup at Suncorp Stadium. 

England vs Nigeria Odds

England comes in as the big favorite sitting at -800 while Nigeria is the underdog sitting at +475. The total sits at 2.5 goals with the over paying out at -105. 

England Betting Preview

England finished in 1st place in Group D having picked up nine points. England found a lot of success during the group stage and they sure looked dominant in their last game. The offense was able to put up six goals against China on the way to victory. Alessio Russo scored in the 4th minute and they never looked back on the way to an easy victory. England didn’t pick up any injuries in the last game and after looking so dominant they are expected to line up the same in this game. James has looked impressive heading into this game and she’s going to be a key if England is going to secure their spot in the last eight. 

Nigeria Betting Preview

Nigeria finished in second place in Group B picking up five points. Nigeria hasn’t looked dominant up to this point, they still haven’t lost a game and have done what they needed to do to advance. They have a win over Australia and draws against Ireland and Canada. In the last game against Ireland they didn’t score, but they only allowed one shot on goal, and that was enough for the win. Deborah Abiodun received a two match suspension after picking up a red card against Canada but she will be back and is expected to play in this game. She might have to come off the bench, but it would be shocking if she didn’t play in this game. 

Shane’s Free Pick

England looked dominant against China, but this Nigeria team has proven to be feisty, especially with their defense. England is going to have issues getting any quality scoring chances in this game, and it’s going to be Nigeria that is going to find a way to put the pressure on. This might be a game that takes extra time to advance, but Nigeria is going to get the job done. Back Nigeria to advance.