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On March 24, UEFA begins their World Cup play-in tournament. Italy takes on North Macedonia a huge favorite, Portugal hosts Turkey a chalk, Sweden is a slight favorite over the Czech Republic and Austria is a road fave versus Wales. Will Italy, Portugal, Sweden, and Austria move to the next round? Or will the underdogs bite? Keep reading for FIFA World Cup Qualifiers odds, analysis, and free picks for Thursday’s four UEFA WC play-in tournament matches.

UEFA World Cup Qualifying Matches to Bet this Week: Tuesday, Mar. 24th

North Macedonia +2 -114 vs Italy -2 -108

When: March 24 at 3:45 pm ET

Based on recent form, Italy should be in some trouble. North Macedonia has won 3-of-4. The lone loss happened in an 0-4 match versus Germany on Oct. 11.

Since losing to Germany, the road underdog has beaten Armenia 5-0 and Iceland 3-1. North Macedonia, no doubt, is a good soccer team.

But Italy is one of the best teams in the world. The Italians have drawn in their last couple, 1-1 versus Switzerland and 0-0 versus Northern Ireland. The Azzuri, though, know the winner of Turkey versus Portugal awaits. So expect Italy, to put their foot to the peddle and win this by at least 3 goals.

Soccer Pick: Italy

Turkey +1 ½ -133 vs Portugal -1 ½ +105

When: March 24 at 3:45 pm ET

Turkey versus Portugal is similar to North Macedonia versus Italy in the sense that the underdog shows better form than the chalk. The Turkish have won 3 straight: 2-1 versus Latvia, 6-0 against Gibraltar, and 2-1 in their last match versus Montenegro.

Portugal shows a 0-0 draw versus Northern Ireland and a 1-2 loss to Serbia in their last couple of matches. But although Portugal’s form doesn’t impress as much as Turkey’s, the Portuguese play this on their pitch at Estadio do Dragao. Also, Ronaldo, Jao Felix, and Bruno Fernandes won’t allow Turkey to have a shot. The home team wins by at least 2 goals.

Soccer Pick: Portugal

Czech Republic +290 vs Sweden +104

When: March 24 at 3:45 pm ET

Sweden must pick it up if they hope to face off against Austria or Wales for the right to go to the 2022 World Cup. The Swedes have lost 2 straight heading into this, 2-0 versus Georgia and 1-0 against Spain.

The Czech Republic has won 3 straight. The Czechs beat Belarus 2-0, blasted Kuwait 7-0 in a friendly, and blew past Estonia 2-0 in their last FIFIA WC qualifier. No doubt, Sweden should be the chalk since this happens on their pitch. But the Czech Republic is the play. The Czechs are one of the most underrated squads at UEFA.

Soccer Pick: Czech Republic

Austria +170 vs Wales +175

When: March 24 at 3:45 pm ET

The match happens at Cardiff Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. If it didn’t, Austria would be a much bigger chalk.

The Austrians boast over 20 players that put the cleats on for top UEFA Leagues like the Premier, Serie A, the Bundesliga, and LaLiga. The home team’s top UEFA league player is Gareth Bale. Austria should win this no problem.

Soccer Pick: Austria

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