Australia and Denmark square off in a Round of 16 clash at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup on Monday morning. Both teams recorded shutouts in their final group-stage matches. On July 31, Australia beat Canada 4-0. Meanwhile, Denmark topped Haiti 2-0 on Aug. 1. Australia has made the quarterfinals in three of their last four appearances at the Women's World Cup. On the other side, Denmark hasn't reached the quarterfinals since 1995.
Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 a.m. ET. Australia are the -105 favorite (risk $105 to win $100) in the latest Australia vs. Denmark odds. Denmark is a +310 underdog, a draw is priced at +215, and the over/under for total goals scored is 2.5. Before making any Denmark vs. Australia picks or Women's World Cup predictions, be sure to check out what proven SportsLine soccer expert Brandt Sutton has to say.
Sutton, a former collegiate soccer player, has been SportsLine's top soccer editor for more than five years. He has followed soccer closely for much longer and factors in managerial tactics, projected lineups and past performances to make the most informed decisions possible, keeping his finger on the pulse of the game all over the globe.
Sutton finished 2022 as SportsLine's top soccer expert with a 165-130-2 mark, returning nearly $2,200 for $100 players. He was also a profitable 24-19 on MLS picks.
Now, Sutton has taken an in-depth look at the Australia vs. Denmark match and just locked in his picks and Women's World Cup predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see his picks. Here are the betting lines for Denmark vs. Australia:
- Australia vs. Denmark money line: Australia -105, Denmark +310, Draw +215
- Australia vs. Denmark spread: Australia -0.5 (-105)
- Australia vs. Denmark over/under: 2.5 goals
- Australia vs. Denmark picks: See picks at Sportsline
Why you should back Australia
Forward Sam Kerr is expected to suit up for Australia in this contest and will provide a massive boost offensively. Kerr owns outstanding footwork, agility, and striking power. The 29-year-old can score with either foot and uses her reliable header around the goal. Kerr is Australia's all-time leading scorer with 63 goals.
Defender Stephanie Catley has been extremely active through three games. Catley continues to be very aware on the field with her precise passing and finishing skills. Through three games, the 29-year-old is tied for first on the team in goals (2). In the win over Canada, Catley converted a penalty kick in stoppage time. See which team to pick here.
Why you should back Denmark
Denmark failed to qualify for the last three editions of the Women's World Cup before this one. They last played in the quarterfinals in 1995, so expect the Danes to come out assertive. During the group stage, Denmark logged two clean sheets. Goalkeeper Lena Christensen has tremendous awareness and reaction time. Christensen has recorded seven total saves thus far at the 2023 Women's World Cup.
Midfielder Pernille Harder understands positioning and leverage well. Harder continues to be an asset as an attacker or facilitator. The 30-year-old has notched one goal and one assist through three games. Midfielder Amalie Vangsgaard is another attacking force for Denmark. Vangsgaard has the ability to score in a multitude of ways. She has scored one goal on five shots over the last three outings. See which team to pick here.
How to make Denmark vs. Australia picks
Sutton has analyzed this Women's World Cup match from every angle and he's leaning Under on the goal total. He's also locked in a confident best bet, while offering a full breakdown of this matchup. You can see his 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup picks and analysis only at SportsLine.
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