Senegal vs Netherlands. Prediction and Betting Tips for 2022 World Cup

Senegal national team had a difficult path to the World Cup. The Lions of Teranga ended up in the group with Togo, Namibia and Congo. Aliou Cisse's men easily picked up 16 points and claimed the top spot in the group, advancing into the next stage. However, in the playoffs Senegal got matched up with Egypt, who were considered favourites in the pair. 

Senegal lost the away match by a 0:1 score and hardly anyone had doubts about the winner of the tie. But the Lions of Teranga snatched a 1:0 victory at home and then won the penalty shoot-out. Team got a sweet revenge for a defeat to Egypt in the final of 2022 African Cup of Nations. 

Prior to the start of the World Cup, Senegal had an away friendly game against Iran, which ended in a 1:1 draw. 

Netherlands national team was a clear favourite of their World Cup qualifying group. The Oranges got into a group with Turkey, Norway, Montenegro, Latvia and Gibraltar. Dutch team eventually took the first position, beating Turkey by just two points.

Netherlands also put up a successful performance in the Nations League. The Oranges were not considered the main favourites in the group with Belgium, Wales and Poland, but eventually finished 1st. Dutch side remained unbeaten throughout six matches and quite sensationally beat Belgium by six points. Memphis Depay scored three goals and became the best goalscorer of the tournament.