Mens Olympic Football - Gabon U23 v Switzerland U23

Back to Group B and a return to Newcastle and another interesting match up. Debutants Gabon host Switzerland. The Swiss have had some recent success at youth level but have been hit by teams refusal to release players.

Mens Olympic Football - Game Day 1 - Match 5

Gabon U23 v Switzerland U23 (Newcastle 17:15) Best Match Odds 5.20 3.75 1.80 - Best Outright Winner Price: Gabon 101.0 & Switzerland 17.0.

Olympic History:

• 1st time qualified.
• Switzerland P7 W4 D1 L2 GF15 GA10 GD +5 - Best Finish: Runners Up.

Recent Form:

• Gabon         P3 W1 D1 L1 GF3 GA5 GD-2
• Switzerland  P1 W0 D0 L1 GF0 GA1 GD-1

Gabon debut in the tournament, they have been drawn in a fairly even group so may have a chance of progression. Switzerland are fancied to top the group but their chances have been hit by players made unavailable for selection. I expect plenty of draws in this group as teams will try to avoid defeat.

Key Points - Gabon senior squad account for the majority of this team, they are a typical African side with strength and pace. May suprise Switzerland in this game. The Swiss are a technically sound team and have many players who have progressed through the youth ranks. Swiss forward line is very good. Emeghara and Mehmedi are an exciting partnership.

Betting Analysis - Group B is very close to call, with all teams capable of taking points off each other. Opening games can be cagey, The 3.75 on the draw is too big and should be taken.