USA vs Guinea Prediction Olympic 2024

⚽ Olympic Football Games 2024 Match Preview

⏰ 30 July 2024 - 18:00 GMT +1

🏟 Stadium: Stade Geoffroy-Guichard (Saint-Étienne)

The United States rebounded strongly from their opening 3-0 defeat against France, securing a commanding 4-1 victory over New Zealand. This impressive performance has put them in control of their qualification destiny for the knockout stages.

Marko Mitrović's squad now stands on the brink of making history. A win against Guinea would almost certainly secure their place in the quarter-finals, a feat the USA hasn't achieved in men's Olympic football since 2000. Even a draw could suffice if New Zealand fails to beat France in the group's other match.

Guinea's situation is far more precarious, having lost both of their opening matches. Their 1-0 defeat to France was particularly frustrating, with two goals disallowed for offside - a recurring issue that also affected them in their 2-1 loss to New Zealand.

To progress, Guinea must overcome significant odds: they need to beat the USA, overturn a two-goal deficit, and hope for a French victory over New Zealand. Failure would mean a group stage exit, mirroring their only previous Olympic appearance in 1968, though they did manage one victory then.

Where to watch USA vs Guinea?

📺 Link to watch USA vs Guinea Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Paxten Aaronson (USA): Scored against New Zealand and tends to find the net in the second half.
• Abdoulaye Touré (Guinea): Experienced player who started two games for Guinea's senior side in June.

⚡Match Facts:

• The USA has kept only one clean sheet in their last 12 Olympic matches.
• Guinea has had three goals disallowed for offside in the tournament so far.
• USA's last quarter-final appearance in men's Olympic football was in 2000.

💡Prediction: This match presents a clash between a resurgent USA team and a Guinea side fighting for survival. The USA's recent goal-scoring form and the pressure on Guinea to attack could lead to an open, high-scoring game. USA's superior quality and momentum should give them the edge, but Guinea's desperation might fuel a spirited performance. Expect the USA to dominate possession and create numerous chances, while Guinea could pose threats on the counter-attack. A victory for the USA seems likely, possibly with a scoreline of 3-1 or 3-2, as they secure their quarter-final berth. However, Guinea's need for goals could lead to some tense moments, especially in the latter stages of the match.

Betting Tips:

• USA to win
• Over 2.5 goals
• Both teams to score
• Paxten Aaronson to score in the second half
• USA to score in both halves
• Over 8.5 corners in the match