Second favourites to win this entire tournament, Argentina, face a tough encounter with an unpredictable Mali side in the last 16 stage of the U20 World Cup.
Looking at the rankings and the odds, it would seem this upcoming match with Mali should be nothing more than a formality for Argentina. However, nothing could be more further from the truth.
Mali may not have enjoyed a trouble-free group stage performance but, they simply cannot be underestimated.
Mamoutou Kane’s men began the tournament with a rather disappointing 1-1 draw with Panama. In their second game, their continued participation in this World Cup was hanging by a thread when Saudi Arabia took a shock 2-0 lead.
Nevertheless, Mali showed an unbelievable amount of guts and resilience as they went on to win that game 4-3.
Next up for Mali was a clash with an unbeaten French side. In spite of a 3-2 loss to the tournament favourites, one thing was clear – you can’t dismiss Mali.
What’s more, Argentina may be here for the taking. Fernando Batista’s side kick started their campaign with two straight wins however, their final group encounter saw them lose 2-1 to the South Koreans.
The aura of invincibility no longer exists with the Argies meaning the recommendation in this game is to back the heavy underdogs Mali.
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Argentina U20 vs Mali U20
PaddyPower Pre-Match Odds: Argentina 8/15, Draw 11/4, Mali 9/2*
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Looking at the rankings and the odds, it would seem this upcoming match with Mali should be nothing more than a formality for Argentina. However, nothing could be more further from the truth.
Mali may not have enjoyed a trouble-free group stage performance but, they simply cannot be underestimated.
Mamoutou Kane’s men began the tournament with a rather disappointing 1-1 draw with Panama. In their second game, their continued participation in this World Cup was hanging by a thread when Saudi Arabia took a shock 2-0 lead.
Nevertheless, Mali showed an unbelievable amount of guts and resilience as they went on to win that game 4-3.
Next up for Mali was a clash with an unbeaten French side. In spite of a 3-2 loss to the tournament favourites, one thing was clear – you can’t dismiss Mali.
What’s more, Argentina may be here for the taking. Fernando Batista’s side kick started their campaign with two straight wins however, their final group encounter saw them lose 2-1 to the South Koreans.
The aura of invincibility no longer exists with the Argies meaning the recommendation in this game is to back the heavy underdogs Mali.
Recommendation
Mali/Draw Double Chance – 7/5 bet365*
*prices correct at time of writing and are subject to change
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Argentina U20 - Last 5 Matches
Mali U20 - Last 5 Matches