Spain vs Portugal Prediction 24 January 2025

Is there an undisputed favorite in the World Cup group stage match between Spain and Portugal? This is the main question we are going to answer in detail in our prediction. It should be noted that the teams have not faced each other for several years. So, the match may present a huge number of surprises.

Spain

Spain is capable of dominating the scene. However, their current condition leaves much to be desired. At the recent Olympic Games, the team only finished third, which clearly did not add confidence in their own abilities. This time, Jordi Ribera's squad is among the pronounced contenders for the final championship. Although a complete fiasco cannot be ruled out. Yesterday, the "Reds" suffered a most unpleasant defeat from the Norwegians (24:25), having a significant advantage in the middle of the game (19:14).

Portugal

Portugal also poses a colossal threat to its competitors, as it is currently in optimal condition. The team did not win several competitions in a row, which did not turn into a prolonged crisis thanks to timely "debriefing". Last night, the "green-reds" shared points with the Swedes (37:37), evening the score at the very end. Previously, the guys finished three games in a row in their favor, limiting themselves to an easy walk in one case (30:21).

Editorial Prediction

In this encounter, Spain, in our humble opinion, will face significant problems in defense. The attacking efficiency of Portugal is admirable, and we expect that they will delight fans with another solid performance. An individual total for the nominal guests over 29.5 is an optimal option for the match.