Japan U23 vs Spain U23 Prediction 02.08.2024 | Olympic Games

• Competition: Olympic Games
• Date: 02.08.2024
• Kickoff: 16:00 UK / 17:00 CEST
• Venue: Parc Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon)

The national team of "Land of the Rising Sun" reached the knockout stage of the Olympic Games in perhaps the most impressive way of all the squads. With all wins and no goals conceded, in order, Israel 1-0, Mali 1-0, Paraguay 5-0. Japan was also very good at the previous Olympic Games held in Tokyo 2021, but they failed to get a medal, losing in the 3rd place match against Mexico. Now they will try to go at least one step higher and get a big prize.

Spain was very convincing in the first two rounds and it looked like they would easily reach the 1st place in the group. However, there was a defeat against Egypt in the 3rd round and Spain finished in 2nd place in group C. Maybe that's even good for them because they avoided Argentina or France, the two biggest favorites in the tournament, in the eventual semi-finals. Spain's players compete in strong LaLiga clubs and certainly have the quality to go all the way

Japan U23 vs Spain U23 pick: UNDER 2.5 GOALS

Japan were mostly achiving victories in previous duels with a strong defense. Against Spain, it will be difficult to rely on such a strategy, but definitely Japan can boast of a strong last line of the team. Spain showed some weaknesses in the last match of the group, but several players who were important in the first two matches were on the bench for reserves. We expect a maximum effort from both teams here and by all accounts we can watch a very tight match with not too many goal chances. Under 2.5 goals is a great bet.