- 1 Tunisia vs Netherlands: one last run to salvage some pride against the group leaders
- 2 An injured Tunisia still want to finish on a different note
- 3 The Netherlands have found their cutting edge again
- 4 Probable lineups:
- 5 World Cup prediction : Tunisia vs Netherlands
- 6 First, a word on our predictions
- 7 No commitment from us
- 8 Information changes
- 9 Your role
- 10 Responsible play first
- 11 Legal age
- 12 About the images
Tunisia vs Netherlands: one last run to salvage some pride against the group leaders 
For some teams, the third round of group games feels like a final. For others, it is just about closing the book. Tunisia fall into that second camp ahead of their clash with the Netherlands in Kansas City. Already out after two heavy defeats, the Carthage Eagles have nothing left to chase on the table. Still, there is plenty on the line.
Walking away from the tournament without a fight would leave a mark after a World Cup that has already gone badly wrong. The Dutch, by contrast, arrive in a very different mood. Lifted by their thumping win over Sweden, they sit top of the group and will want no late wobble in the race for first place.
So the mindset is different, but both sides still have something to play for. The Oranje want to finish the job. Tunisia just want to show they are better than what they have served up so far.
An injured Tunisia still want to finish on a different note 
Tunisia’s record at this World Cup is ugly. Nine goals conceded in two games, no points on the board and a coaching change in the middle of the tournament. The Carthage Eagles rarely have looked this fragile on the world stage. Hervé Renard’s arrival has not delivered the jolt they had hoped for. Against Japan, Tunisia spent most of the night on the back foot and never really threatened to turn the tide. Even so, this final game could bring a different setting.
With no pressure on the result, Tunisia should feel freer to play. Hannibal Mejbri, Ellyes Skhiri and Ali Abdi have enough quality to create a few openings, especially against a Dutch side that is already close to its main target. The key thing is to show some bite going forward. After being outplayed twice, Tunisia need to prove they can offer more than stubborn defending.
The Netherlands have found their cutting edge again 
The Sweden game will have put minds at ease in the Netherlands. After letting victory slip against Japan on matchday one, Ronald Koeman’s side needed a big response. They got one, and fast. Brian Brobbey led the charge with a brace, Cody Gakpo kept up his fine form and the whole attack clicked again.
Sharper in the final third, cleaner in transition and more ruthless in front of goal, the Oranje looked like a serious contender again. Qualification is nearly done, but first place still needs protecting. The Dutch are unlikely to ease off, even if a bit of rotation is possible. With Frenkie de Jong pulling the strings and a front line full of confidence, they should control the ball for long spells.
Probable lineups:
Tunisia : Dahmen; Valery, Rekik, Talbi, Ali Abdi; Skhiri; Slimane, Hannibal; Chaouat, Saad, Mastouri
Netherlands : Verbruggen; Dumfries, Van Dijk, Van Hecke, Van de Ven; De Jong, Reijnders, Gravenberch; Malen, Brobbey, Gakpo
on MathODDS
World Cup prediction : Tunisia vs Netherlands
Tunisia to score at least once
This one feels more suited to a Tunisia response bet than a straight result call. The Netherlands are still the favourites, but the setup is different from matchday two. With qualification all but wrapped up and top spot to protect without taking silly risks, the defensive intensity may not stay at the same level throughout.
Tunisia, meanwhile, are playing for pride. After two poor displays, it is hard to see the Carthage Eagles going out without at least trying to attack a bit more. Renard’s men should have fewer shackles and a little more courage in the final third.
And while the Dutch were excellent against Sweden, they did ship two goals to Japan in their opener. So this defence is not perfect. Against a Tunisia side with nothing to lose and desperate to leave on a better note, an African goal looks a very live angle.
in your pocket.
Real-time notifications & alerts
_____
First, a word on our predictions
- What we publish on mathodds is analysis, nothing more. We share an opinion, a read on the moment, but never a guarantee. Sport is what it is: unpredictable. A red card, an injury, a goal from nowhere… and the script can flip completely.
- Let’s be clear: there is no such thing as a risk-free bet. Even when something looks “obvious”, it really isn’t. And yes, that means you can lose. In fact, you will at some point.
- The smart move is to stay sensible. Bet small, set a budget and stick to it. Do not touch money you need to live on. And above all: do not chase losses, because that usually ends badly.
- A bet should stay a bit of fun, not a job and not an income stream. If it starts to take over your day, if it winds you up or puts you under pressure, take a break. And if needed, speak to a specialist support group. That is what they are there for.
- In the end, responsibility is yours. Reading our content means accepting that risk exists and never goes away, even with the best analysis in the world.
- Essential reminder: betting is off-limits to minors and must follow the law in your country. Gambling can spiral fast, leading to money problems, family tension and addiction. Need Help? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. In the UK? Visit https://www.gambleaware.org/https://www.gambleaware.org/.
No commitment from us
Our predictions are not a contract. They have no legal standing. Put simply: you cannot use them to demand compensation if a bet fails.
Information changes
A prediction is always based on what we know at the time it is written. But then a team sheet changes, a player gets hurt, the weather turns… and the analysis can quickly be out of date. We cannot be held responsible for that.
Your role
Before you bet, check that wagering is legal where you are. If it is not, that is your responsibility, not ours.
Responsible play first
We cannot say it enough: gamble in moderation. If you struggle to stay in control, do not wait to get help. We cannot be responsible for compulsive or excessive use of the information published on the site.
Legal age
mathodds content is for adults only. By using this site, you confirm that you are old enough to bet under the law.
About the images
The images and logos on mathodds, including those of Tunisia and the Netherlands used for international fixtures, are there only to illustrate our articles. They do not mean we have any official link with a federation or sports body, and we do not claim any rights over them.
Those rights belong to the original creators. If, despite our best efforts, any image causes a problem, contact us and it will be removed at once.
Our only aim with these images is to make the reading experience better. Nothing more. No commercial gain, no taking credit for other people’s work.
Leave a Reply