Iceland v Switzerland predictions

Match	Date	Selection	Bet	Odds	Bet now
Iceland v Switzerland predictions World Cup Qualifiers, International	16/10/2012 20:30	full time result	Iceland win	4.8	Bet at VCbet
Betting prediction was written by Ian

ICELAND v SWITZERLAND PREDICTIONS AND PREVIEW: BETTING STATS

Switzerland are currently 15th in the FIFA World Rankings and Iceland are 97th. Neither side qualified for Euro 2012 but Switzerland appeared at the last World Cup where they did not progress from their group. Switzerland have scored 18 goals in their last eleven matches and conceded 12 while Iceland have scored 12 in 8 in and conceded 13.

TEAM NEWS AND RUN OF PLAY

In Group 8 of Euro 2012 qualifying Iceland won one of eight matches and scored just 6 goals. Heioar Helguson scored two of those goals and has been Iceland’s main threat up field but has now retired from international football. Switzerland have a decent scoring record in recent internationals but there defence is surprisingly average. Their back players play their domestic football in England, Germany or Italy which is a testimony to their ability. Erne Derdiyok is their most regular scorer but with only 7 goals in 42 internationals.

Both sides score more than the aveage at this level, despite the fact that they don’t have proven regular scorers. Iceland’s three attackers in the current squad have an overall record of one goal in six matches. Their eight regular squad midfielders have scored just five goals in international football. No player in the Switzerland squad for this match has scored ten goals at international level. However, goals are shared throughout both sides hence the decent return. Switzerland had 66% of possession against Norway recently but only scored once in drawing at home. Conversely, Iceland had 41% of possession against Albania but won the match 2-1. Given home advantage Iceland should at least have an even share of the ball against Switzerland.

ICELAND - SWITZERLAND PREDICTIONS: 1X2 BETTING PREVIEW

Despite the disparity in world rankings this match could provide one of the upsets of the night. Any away win at this level is an achievement so in winning three points at Albania Iceland played above expectations. Switzerland were expected to beat Norway at home but could only draw so will not relish a trip to Iceland. They did beat Croatia away from home in a friendly match in August but since then their form has dipped while Iceland can build on that win in Albania.

Back the home win at 4.8 with BetVictor.

ICELAND - SWITZERLAND PREDICTIONS: ASIAN HANDICAP PREVIEW

Iceland should be backed with the minimum start as they have a great chance to beat Switzerland in this match. Scoring goals is not a problem for the home side but one goal may not be be enough to win this match. On most recent form Iceland are good enough to win at a big price. That means they cannot be ignored with any kind of start in this match. Beginners not familiar with Asian Handicap can find info here: http://howtobet.net/online-betting-guide/asian-handicap.

Pinnacle Sports go 3.35 Iceland -0.25.

ICELAND – SWITZERLAND PREDICTIONS: TOTAL GOALS PREVIEW

Recent matches involving these sides have regularly seen more than three goals and the overall average in 2012 is over three. This is a game in which both teams are likely to score but with a home win anticipated the total could exceed three. Defence is not a strong area for either team and an attacking game should see plenty of chances and goals.

You can back over 2 goals at 2.15 with Pinnacle Sports.