The United States Women's National Team concludes its two-match series against New Zealand when the two teams collide in an international friendly on Friday at Eden Park in Auckland. On Tuesday the Americans opened 2023 with a 4-0 victory over the Football Ferns in Wellington. The Americans are using the trip to the southern hemisphere to prepare for the 2023 Women's World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand beginning in July.
Kickoff is set for 10 p.m. ET. The Americans are listed as -5000 favorites in the latest USWNT vs. New Zealand odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the Football Ferns are +4000 underdogs. A draw is +1000, and the over/under for total goals is 3.5. (For more soccer coverage, click here.)
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Eimer is a high-volume bettor who has vast knowledge of leagues and players across the globe. Since joining SportsLine, he has covered the English Premier League, Serie A, the FA Cup and much more. He went an astounding 50-25-1 on Premier League predictions in 2022 for a profit of more than $1,800 for $100 bettors.
In addition, he nailed all three wagers in Tuesday's match between the Kiwis and the Americans: USWNT to win, Over 2.5 goals and USWNT Team Total Over 1.5 goals.
The Americans enter Friday's match knowing they dominated the second half against the Football Ferns on Tuesday. Mallory Swanson, who played her first game under her married name, scored a brace, and Alex Morgan added her 120th career international goal. Lynn Williams, who was making her first appearance for the USWNT in 329 days, finished off the scoring with a header in the 74th minute.
Meanwhile, New Zealand has a world class defender in Ali Riley. The U.S.-born Riley has made 148 appearances for the national team and has served as the team captain since 2017. She has played in four Olympic Games (2008, '12, '16 and '20) and four FIFA Women's World Cup appearances and also captains Angel City FC of the NWSL.
Eimer has taken an in-depth look at the USWNT vs. New Zealand match. He expects the USWNT to win, has made one CONFIDENT best bet and has a full breakdown of this international friendly showdown. You ABSOLUTELY need to see his pick and analysis before making any selections of your own.
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