Olympics: New Zealand vs USA Preview, Odds, and Picks (Jul 27)

• USA suffered a humbling loss in their opening match in the men’s Olympic competition
• New Zealand could secure their progression through to the next round on Saturday

A crucial match in the men’s Olympic soccer competition will take place this weekend, as New Zealand and the USA lock horns in Marseille. A defeat for the Americans will see them exit the competition at this early stage.

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How to Watch

• When: Saturday, July 27, 2024. 1:00 PM ET
• Where: Stade de Marseille, Marseille, France
• How to Watch: NBC

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Odds

Match Result	Odds
New Zealand	TBA
Draw	TBA
USA	TBA

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Match Preview

The action in Group A in the men’s Olympic soccer competition got off to a thrilling start in midweek, as all four teams were in action. However, the advantage after the opening round of fixtures is firmly with France following a dominant success against the USA.

That outcome means that the USA will need a response on the field this weekend, as a defeat could leave them facing an early exit from the Olympics this summer. It was the manner of their performance that was the most disappointing aspect against the host nation, as they conceded three times in the space of 25 second half minutes.

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As for New Zealand, they will be looking to secure a place in the knockout stage of the Olympics for just the second time in their history. They previously achieved that feat in 2020 after making it through to the quarterfinal stage.

However, the nation have won just twice in eleven matches at the Olympics. But, it is worth noting that their most recent victory was achieved on matchday one against Guinea. That success means that a victory over the USA will secure their place in the knockout stage before a showdown with France next week.

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New Zealand vs USA Prediction

It was a humbling opening night in the men’s soccer competition for the USA, and they could find this a tough encounter against New Zealand. Therefore, the preference is for New Zealand to claim victory and secure their place in the next round.

Free Pick:

• New Zealand