FIFA U-20 World Cup Odds: Group Stage May 24 Top Games

Italy battles Nigeria and Senegal takes on Israel in two of Wednesday’s top FIFA Under-20 World Cup matches. Then later, it’s Japan against Colombia and Brazil versus the Dominican Republic. Which teams will win their group stage matches on Wednesday? Keep reading for soccer odds, analysis, and free picks for Wednesday’s 4 FIFA Under-20 World Cup contests.

Check out FIFA U-20 World Cup lines, analysis, and free picks for Wednesday’s FIFA Under-20 World Cup Group Stage contests on the May 24th.

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FIFA U-20 World Cup | 23rd edition of the FIFA U-20 World Cup
Host country: Argentina
Dates: 20 May – 11 June, 2023
Teams: 24 | Total of 6 confederations

Italy vs. Nigeria | Group D

World Cup Odds: Italy -140 vs. Nigeria +350
When: Wednesday, May 24 at 2:00 pm ET
Where: Estadio Malvinas Argentinas | Mendoza, Argentina

In their first under-20 WC match, the Italians showed they mean business. Italy beat a very good Brazil side 3-2. The Italians controlled possession 53% to 47%. Italy took an amazing 16 shots. 7 were on goal.

Nigeria also had a winning first match. The Nigerians bested the Dominican Republic 2-1. Nigeria dominated, controlling possession 58% of the match, and taking 25 shots. 11 of Nigeria’s shots were on target.

Italy beat the better team, which is why they’re the favorite. Nigeria’s aggressive attack should allow Italy counter opportunities. The Italians make it 2 straight.

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Senegal vs. Israel | Group C

World Cup Odds: Senegal -106 vs. Israel +270
When: Wednesday, May 24 at 2:00 pm ET
Where: Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona | La Plata, Argentina

Colombia beat Israel 2-1 in the Israelis’ fist World Cup under-20 match. The game happened on May 21. Israel played okay, controlling possession 55% to 45%, but the Colombians managed 1 better shot on goal.

Senegal lost their first World Cup under-20 match. Japan beat the Senegalese 1-0. Senegal played well in the match, taking 12 shots, 3 on goal, and controlled possession. The favorite bounces back with a nice win on Wednesday.

FIFA U20 World Cup Pick: Senegal | Bet Senegal vs. Israel Today
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Japan vs. Colombia | Group C

World Cup Odds: Japan +280 vs. Colombia -113
When: Wednesday, May 24 at 5:00 pm ET
Where: Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona | La Plata, Argentina

This year’s under-20 WC takes place in Argentina, which is why Colombia should have the edge in this matchup. The Colombians beat Israel 2-1 even though the Israelis controlled possession 55% of the time.

What Colombia did do better than Israel was taking shots on goal. Colombia had 6 compared to Israel’s 3. The higher efficiency is why Colombia is 1-0 in the WC.

Of Japan’s 6 shots versus Senegal, 3 were on goal. The Japanese are as efficient as the Colombians. Still, home continent advantage means something. Colombia gets it done.

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Brazil vs. Dominican Republic | Group D

World Cup Odds: Brazil -4.5 -114 vs. Dominican Republic +4.5 -119
When: Wednesday, May 24 at 5:00 pm ET
Where: Estadio Malvinas Argentinas | Mendoza, Argentina

In their first match, Nigeria dominated the Dominican Republic. But the DR defense held up well. Although the Nigerians took 25 shots and 11 on goal, the Dominican Republic allowed just 2 scores.

Brazil lost to Italy in their first under-20 World Cup match. But the Brazilians took 5 shots on goal from 12. Brazil should be more efficient in this while the DR defense may not be as lucky at stopping so many shots.

Brazil will be out to prove they’re a favorite to lift the World Cup under-20 hardware. Although -4.5 is a ton of goals, the chalk covers the handicap.

FIFA U20 World Cup Pick: Brazil -4.5 | Bet Brazil vs. Dominican Republic Today
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