Italy vs Netherlands Predictions, Betting Tips and Preview

Italy vs Netherlands predictions and betting tips for the international friendly fixture on 4 June, with an anytime goalscorer tip and correct score prediction included.

Tonight’s fixture in Torino throws up two international heavyweights in Italy and the Netherlands – neither of whom will be participating in the World Cup later this month.

The Dutch came third in their qualifying group, behind France and Sweden respectively, meaning they didn’t even have the opportunity to redeem themselves via the play-offs.

Sweden, who finished second in Group A in World Cup qualifying, then went on to defeat Italy over two legs to cause a major shockbefore a ball is even kicked in Russia.

Italy vs Netherlands Predictions

It’s fair to say that both sides have suffered tumultuous fortunes over the past 18 months or so, with neither showing much consistency during this period. Ex-Manchester City gaffer Roberto Mancini was appointed Italy manager a month or so ago, with his tenure so far yielding a win against Saudi Arabia and defeat against France on Friday night.

But the Dutch have demonstrated little reason to be confident of winning against Italy – even if they are a shadow of the side they once were – and were recently beaten by England in Amsterdam.

Based on recent scores and the fact that it’s rare that Italy leak goals even at their worst, I’ve considered a slightly unusual market as far as Italy vs Netherlands betting tips are concerned. Bet Victor go 11/10 on there being exactly 2 or 3 goals in Torino, which looks excellent value to me given that would account for a 1-1 draw, or any permutation of a 2-0, 2-1 or 3-0 scoreline.

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Italy vs Netherlands Anytime Goalscorer Tips

Perhaps the most notable thing about Mancini’s arrival has been the speed with which he has reintroduced the enigmatic Mario Balotelli to the squad. The former City and Liverpool forward appears to have finally settled at Nice, where he has notched 43 times in 66 outings.

Balotelli also scored on his first appearance back in the Italy set-up, so don’t be surprised if his hot streak continues against the Dutch. He’s 6/4 with Betfair to score anytime tonight.

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Italy vs Netherlands Correct Score Predictions

International friendlies are always difficult to forecast for a number of reasons, and the task is made even more tricky when the two teams playing are so decidedly unpredictable.

One thing we can conclude, however, is that neither team are devoid of quality players despite recent results suggesting otherwise. With nothing really riding on the game other than it being an opportunity to improve FIFA rankings, the scope to play with a little freedom ought to bring out the best in both nations.

It’s very hard to plump for a winner given that there are no outstanding indicators, and ordinarily a draw between these two sides would have probably represented the most likely result.

I’m therefore going to predict this ends 1-1, with SportingBet paying 6/1 on this scoreline coming to fruition. This makes my third of three Italy vs Netherlands betting tips.

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Italy vs Netherlands Betting Tips

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Italy vs Netherlands Betting Odds

As the home side, it won’t come as a shock to most that Italy are odds-against favourites to win this. Betfair go 11/10 on an Azzurri victory.

Those that fancy the Dutch can get a best price of 13/5 (SkyBet) on them winning, while a draw is available at 12/5 with various firms.

 

Italy vs Netherlands Team News

As mentioned, the expectation is that Mario Balotelli will again play a leading role for Italy after bagging a goal in his first game back for the national team.

Leonardo Bonucci, who grabbed a consolation against France on Friday night, could partner Chelsea’s Davide Zappacosta at the back.

Teenage prospect Matthijs de Ligt started for Holland against Slovakia on Thursday and could keep his place in the team.

Fan favourite Arjen Robben will not feature, however, with the wing wizardry likely to be supplied by Memphis Depay and the ageless Ryan Babel.

 

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