Argentina vs. Switzerland Prediction, Odds and Props: More Messi Magic
Argentina staged a miraculous comeback in their last match, and the defending World Cup champions now face Switzerland, who won their last match on penalties.
This Argentina vs. Switzerland prediction includes all the important match information, betting odds, and high-value prop bets.
bet365 Sportsbook has Argentina coming in as big betting favorites to beat the Swiss at -310.
Argentina vs. Switzerland odds
| Moneyline | Total (Over/Under) |
| Argentina (-310) | Over 2.5 goals (-120) |
| Switzerland (+240) | Under 2.5 goals (-150) |
Argentina vs. Switzerland betting analysis
Argentina looked like they were going home in their last match down 2-0 after 78 minutes, but they roared back and scored three goals in a 3-2 win over Egypt.
After a scoreless draw, Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 in a shootout to advance to the quarterfinals.
Messi redeems himself
Lionel Messi missed a penalty in the first half of the last match but redeemed himself by scoring the equalizer in the 83rd minute. The 39-year-old legend has scored in every match and is tied with France's Kylian Mbappe for the tournament lead in goals (eight).
Argentina has tallied five goals in the two knockout-stage matches and will face a Swiss defense that has two clean sheets in a row.
Tactical play vs. creative play
Switzerland is a very solid tactical squad that plays a team game, not relying on star power. On the other side of the coin, Argentina has stars such as Messi and plays a much more creative game, especially up front.
Johan Manzambi leads Switzerland with three goals in the tournament, and their leader is Granit Xhaka, who will be key in midfield.
Packing the box again
Argentina scored three goals late in the last match despite Egypt sending most of their players into the defensive box. Look for that to happen again, facing a Swiss side that will pack the back line defense to thwart Messi and company.
Defensive issues and the counter
Argentina is known for its attack. However, there have been cracks in their defense, after allowing two goals in each of the last two matches.
The South American side has been very vulnerable to counterattacks, as shown in the last two matches. Egypt could have tagged on another counter goal if the VAR had not shown an earlier foul.
Argentina will control the time of possession and have their chances, but they must avoid allowing the Swiss to counter and giving them too much space on long balls.
The older legs
Argentina is packed with talent, but veteran talent, not young legs. Long runs and the counter have led to goals against them, as they have not gotten back on defense with the veterans up front attacking. The talent is there, but the legs may not be, and that is a major concern heading into this match.
Argentina vs. Switzerland prediction: Argentina moneyline (-310)
Can you ever bet against Messi and Argentina? Since a shock loss in the opener of the last World Cup, they have run the table ever since in the biggest sporting event in the world.
They escaped in their last match, but in this one, they will control from the get-go with a creative attack and win 2-0, advancing to the semis.
Argentina vs. Switzerland prop bet picks
Here are some top prop bets for this match, courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook:
- Lionel Messi to score (-120) – Come on, the GOAT leads the tournament in scoring, and he will come through again.
- Messi Over 3 shots (+105) – Messi will be the focal point, yet again, and has over three shots in three of the five matches.
- Argentina Over 1.5 goals (-110) – Argentina has scored at least three goals in four of their five matches, so Over 1.5 presents good value.
