Sweden will take on Italy in Group G on Saturday at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, New Zealand. Both teams are expected to have plenty of chances to score.
In the first game of Group G, Sweden defeated South Africa by a 2-1 margin. The goals were scored by Frida Rolfo and Amandine Henry
Italy, meanwhile, defeated Argentina 1-0 and has since gone unbeaten in its last five matches. The Winning goal was scored by Cristiana Girelli.
Sweden vs Italy kick-off Time
Saturday’s match will kick-off at 17:30 local time (3:30 a.m. ET).
Where to watch Sweden vs Italy match online – Live Streams & Tv channels
In the United States, the Sweden vs Italy live stream will be available on FuboTV (US), FOX (US), Sling TV (US), Telemundo (Spanish), and Peacock (English).
Starting Line-ups
Sweden Women probable starting lineup:
Musovic; Bjorn, Ilestedt, Eriksson, Andersson; Angeldal, Rubensson; Rytting Kaneryd, Asllani, Rolfo; Blackstenius
Italy Women probable starting lineup:
Durante; Di Guglielmo, Linari, Salvai, Boattin; Guigliano, Greggi; Beccari, Dragoni, Bonansea; Giacinti
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Sweden vs Italy : Head to Head
The two teams will meet for the 24th time, with Sweden leading 15-3 in the head-to-head. The last time they met was in February 2022, when Sweden won 6-5 in a penalty shoot-out after a draw.Italy have only conceded three goals in the first half of their last 13 international games, and five of their last seven games have been decided by three or more goals. They have 15 defeats against Sweden, the most of any nation, and have only lost one out of their last 10 games in the World Cup group stage (six wins). Sweden have not won two games in a row since July 2022.
Sweden vs Italy Women’s World Cup Prediction
Sweden, one of the most reliable teams in women’s football, will be looking to repeat their run to the semi-finals four years ago. Italy, on the other hand, are on track to make it to the knockout rounds after winning their opening match last week. A win here would almost guarantee them a place in the last 16. Sweden have been the better team in head to head games and have the most defeats for Italy against any team. We are going with a narrow win for the Swedes, with goals being scored at both ends.
We predict Sweden 2-1 win against Italy
Sweden vs Italy Women’s Betting Tips:
Tip 1: Sweden to win
Tip 2: Both teams will score
Tip 3: Italy will be favored to win
Tip 4: Highest scoring half: second half