FIFA Women’s World Cup: Jamaica vs Brazil Odds
Must-Win for Brazil
Jamaica Enters Final Matchday Ahead of Brazil
Tuesday brings a crucial Women’s World Cup Group F finale between Jamaica and Brazil. Jamaica shockingly enters the final group stage matchday one point ahead of Brazil. Brazil, who have reached six straight knockout stages are currently in third place in the group. With France, who are also one point ahead of Brazil, heavily favored vs Panama, this is a must-win match for Brazil. We’ll take a look at Jamaica vs Brazil odds as Brazilian legend Marta tries to keep her World Cup dream alive.
Jamaica vs Brazil
Day/Time:
Location: Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, Melbourne, Australia
Head-to-Head
This is the second opportunity to bet on Jamaica vs Brazil odds at the FIFA Women‘s World Cup. Four years ago, Brazil won 3-0 as Cristiane scored a hat trick. However, Pia Sundhage did not name Cristiane to Brazil’s squad at Australia & New Zealand 2023. The only other meeting between Brazil and Jamaica finished 5-0 to Brazil back in 2007.
Jamaica Keeps Another Clean Sheet
- FIFA Women’s World Ranking: 43
- Last Match: 1-0 W vs. Panama
- Standings: 1-1-0, 2nd Group F
Jamaica’s first Women’s World Cup appearance four years ago did not go according to plan. They conceded at least three goals in each of their matches and scored just one goal. With 2019 disappointment behind them, the Reggae Girlz have been motivated thus far. Their defensive improvement has also been palpable as they haven’t conceded yet through two matches.
So far their World Cup scores have been a 0-0 draw vs France and a 1-0 win over CONCACAF rivals Panama. Captain and all-time leading scorer Khadija Shaw missed the match vs Panama due to a red card suspension. She’ll return for this match vss Brazil and defender Allyson Swaby scored Jamaica’s only goal vs. Panama. The defender headed home a set piece, which was just Jamaica’s second-ever World Cup goal.
Jamaica has made a lot of history during this tournament so far. They’ve won their first Women’s World Cup match and kept their first two clean sheets. If they’re able to get a result here, they’ll advance to their first-ever knockout stage as well.
Brazil Lose Scrappy Match vs France
- FIFA Women’s World Ranking: 8
- Last Match: 1-2 L vs. Brazil
- Standings: 1-1, 3rd Group F
Brazil opened up their Australia & New Zealand 2023 campaign with a dominant 4-0 win over Panama. Ary Borges scored the first hat trick of the World Cup in that match as the Selecao picked up all three points. Brazil’s second game was a matchup between two top-ten teams in the FIFA World Cup rankings. Ranked eighth in the world, Brazil took on fifth-ranked France on Saturday.
Key France defender Wendie Renard carried an injury into the match but still managed to start. France had some good early chances and opened up the scoring through Eugenie Le Sommer. In the second half, a deflected shot fell to Brazil’s Debinha who confidently slotted home the equalizer. However, Renard scored a late header to give France a 2-1 win and control of Group F.Brazil, who was one of the most popular pre-tournament World Cup picks, now have their backs against the wall.
The only way they’ll advance with a draw is if France loses to Panama, who are 0-2. So, expect Pia Sundhage’s side to come out firing and try to score early and often. If Brazil doesn’t win, this would almost certainly be the legendary Marta’s last Women’s World Cup match. Along with Canada’s Christine Sinclair, Marta is the only other player to score at five different World Cups. She’s also the all-time Women’s World Cup leader, with 17 goals.
Match Analysis & Odds
With Brazil needing a win and having the stronger team on paper, the Jamaica vs Brazil odds list the Selecao as favorites. Brazil enters Wednesday’s match as 1.5-goal favorites as they go for their seventh straight knockout stage appearance. They’ve also won at least two games in each of the last six World Cups.
Brazil shows -150 odds to cover the spread while Jamaica +1.5 is priced at +120 odds. Jamaica finally got their first World Cup win and has built a fair deal of momentum. Still, the Reggae Girlz are +1275 underdogs here as they attempt to score their first-ever goal vs Brazil.
While Jamaica is yet to concede at the tournament, Brazil has scored in their last six Women’s World Cup matches. Over 2.5 goals display -140 odds for this match and Brazil are -500 moneyline favorites to get the win they need to advance to the round of 16. Jamaica will hold out hope for a draw, which shows +525 odds.
For World Cup betting news, odds analysis, and more, visit Point Spreads Sports Magazine.
Follow us on Twitter
