Senegal vs. Netherlands Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | World Cup 2022

The Group A match between Senegal and the Netherlands will take place on November 21, 2022 at 4 pm GMT at the al-Thumama Stadium in Doha.

We provide you with a preview of the match between the two group favorites, analyze the best value bets and World Cup odds and provide you with a Senegal – Netherlands prediction.

The clash between Senegal and the Netherlands should have been the opening match on November 20, 2022, but Qatar exercised a veto and had the match against Ecuador moved up a day so that they could host the first match of the 2022 World Cup.

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Latest betting odds Senegal vs. Netherlands

According to the bookies, the Netherlands are the favorites in this match. With our top bookmakers 22Bet and Betsson you get odds of @1.60 for a Dutch win. A win by Senegal brings 6.30 times the stake, while a draw is offered with best odds of @4.05 at Betsson.

	➜ visit Bet365	➜ visit 22Bet	➜ visit Betsson
Senegal to win	6.00	6.00	6.30
Draw	3.90	3.82	4.05
Netherlands to win	1.57	1.60	1.60

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Fun fact: Senegal have only participated in two World Cups, both times winning their opening match of the tournament. In 2002, they claimed a sensational 1-0 win over France, and in 2018, they defeated Poland 2-1.

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World Cup 2022 Betting Senegal vs. Netherlands

1. Senegal World Cup preview
2. Netherlands World Cup preview
3. Team comparison
4. The last duel
5. Group A match fixtures
6. Senegal vs. Netherlands over/under betting pick
7. Senegal vs. Netherlands betting prediction
8. Senegal vs. Netherlands correct score bet
9. FAQ

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Senegal World Cup 2022 preview

Senegal are widely regarded as the strongest African team at the 2022 World Cup. Part of this has to do with the successful Africa Cup in the spring of 2022.

Led by the brilliant Sadio Mané, Senegal was crowned African Cup winners for the first time and therefore arrive in Qatar with plenty of confidence.

The team led by Aliou Cissé, who is coaching Senegal in its second World Cup, is outstanding in some parts of the team, but also has problems in other positions. In centre-back, players like Koulibaly, Diallo and Niakhaté are clearly capable of keeping up with the top teams.

In attack, Sadio Mané is of course the target player, but players like Ismaila Sarr or Boulaye Dia must never be left out of sight.

However, Senegal are only mediocre in some areas, such as in the full-back position or in central midfield, where the team lacks a bit of class. Against the Netherlands, however, it is also obvious that they intend to use their physicality rather than having a lot of possession.

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The West Africans will offer the Netherlands a tough fight. Only in the other group games against Ecuador and Qatar will Senegal have to be creative.

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Senegal last three games

Date	Opponent	Venue	Result	XG	Possession	Accuracy	Duels won
07/06/2022	Ruanda	A	1 – 0	1.24 : 0.03	67,36%	82,15%	46,91%
24/09/2022	Bolivia	N	2 – 2	1.69 : 0.55	61,95%	88,99%	52,29%
27/09/2022	Iran	N	1 – 1	1.01 : 0.19	51,78%	83,19%	46,71%

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Netherlands World Cup 2022 Preview

The Netherlands are among the wider circle of favorites at basically every World Cup. However, despite having reached the World Cup final three times, they are still waiting for their first major title.

The Netherlands once again have an exciting, young squad in 2022, with some top players. Due to the great strength of Ajax Amsterdam, there are relatively few foreign players in the Oranje squad for the time being – but they are also well-rehearsed and know each other from the club for the most part.

The biggest stars of the Dutch this year are playing in the defense: Van Dijk and De Ligt are absolute key players at their clubs. Several crucial players who are strong in transition, like De Jong and Gravenberch, will make the Dutch center very strong.  

On the attack, too, some players have the potential to surprise us – Berghuis, Bergwijn, Brobbey and, above all, Gakpo.

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The Dutch three-man backline makes it very difficult for opponents to attack open spaces. This could also make it very difficult for Senegal’s strong wingers. Players like Mané or Dia will find little space in the tightly packed defense of the Dutch.

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The fact that the Netherlands won 1-0 against Belgium in their last UEFA Nations League group game and thus did not concede a goal from Belgium’s strong attack already tells everything about the defensive advantages of Louis van Gaal’s team.

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Netherlands´ last three games

Date	Opponent	Venue	Result	XG	Possession	Accuracy	Duels won
14/06/2022	Wales	H	3 – 2	1.52 : 1.51	58,79%	88,71%	49,69%
22/09/2022	Poland	A	2 – 0	1.13 : 0.63	57,66%	90,75%	56,14%
25/09/2022	Belgium	H	1 – 0	1.67 : 1.52	43,57%	88,61%	52,10%

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Team comparison Senegal – Netherlands

In favor of Senegal:

+ The team has been committed to the same philosophy for a long time, and has been coached by Aliou Cissé for the past seven years
+ With Sadio Mané on the attack and Kalidou Koulibaly on the defense, they have two world-class footballers at their disposal
+ Edouard Mendy is an extremely reliable goalkeeper for Senegal.
+ Physically very strong, great one-on-one fighting abilities
+ Senegal arrive at the 2022 World Cup as reigning Africa Cup winners and thus with plenty of self-confidence

In favor of Netherlands:

+ Very strong three-man defensive line
+ Excellent transitional game in the central midfield
+ Higher passing quality in the center
+ Large selection of dynamic attacking players capable of scoring goals, especially on the wings
+ Experienced at tournaments – the Netherlands performs well at most major events

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The last duel

The clash between the two nations at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar is the first ever in soccer history. The two teams have never played against each other.

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Group A Match Fixtures

Date	Time (local)	Group	Stadium	Match	Result
Nov. 20	7 p.m.	A	al-Bayt	Qatar – Ecuador
Nov. 21	7 p.m.	A	al-Thumama	Senegal – Netherlands
Nov. 25	4 p.m.	A	al-Thumama	Qatar – Senegal
Nov. 25	7 p.m.	A	Khalifa International	Netherlands – Ecuador
Nov. 29	6 p.m.	A	al-Bayt	Netherlands – Qatar
Nov. 29	6 p.m.	A	Khalifa International	Ecuador – Senegal

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Senegal – Netherlands Over Under Tip

Both teams have attacking rather than defending in their genes. The Dutch have become more pragmatic under coach Louis van Gaal, moving away from the traditional 4-3-3 system, but a dynamic approach to attack is still one of their strengths.

Senegal, on the other hand, have been rather minimalistic in their latest international games so far. The situation at the World Cup will be different, however. They must impress in just three games if they want to make it through the group stage.

With Mané and several other highly talented young players, Senegal will always be dangerous in the attack.

Furthermore, the strengths of both teams in set-pieces should not be underestimated. Since both sides can throw a lot of physically strong players into the danger zone, every corner kick and every free kick cross may become extremely dangerous.

Therefore, our sports betting tip is that at least three goals will be scored.

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Senegal – Netherlands Prediction

As is often the case, it is difficult to correctly predict the first match between two teams at a major event.

However, the Netherlands have a big advantage: the higher quality when it comes to passing the ball between their players.

The Dutch can move the ball quickly and Senegal will have to work very hard while chasing the ball. Since Senegal’s midfield pressing is not among the best in the world, the Netherlands should manage to control the opponent.

We bet on the Dutch to win the opening match, which will clearly underline their claim to win Group A.

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Senegal – Netherlands Correct Score Bet

We assume that the Netherlands will take the lead in this match and control the game with technical superiority. This should gradually lead to chances for the Dutch.

Senegal, however, will find occasional counter-attacking opportunities and will always be dangerous at set pieces.

In case of a Dutch lead Senegal must also open some spaces and risk more. That’s why we are looking forward to a lively match here, in which chances will arise for both sides and thus also many goals could be scored.

We bet on a 3-1 victory for the Netherlands.

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