Argentina – Iraq (both teams to score) 2.17

FAQ: Olympic Games.

Justification: Argentina, lacking top talents in their defense like in 2004 (Caballero, Ayala, Burdisso, Coloccini, Heinze) or 2008 (Fazio, Garay, Zabaleta, Gago, Mascherano), had to bring in experienced players in their overage spots, such as Rulli (goalkeeper) and the aging Otamendi (center-back). Despite their presence, they are not of high quality internationally, making Argentina vulnerable. Morocco took advantage of this and scored multiple goals against them (1-2), even missing African sitters. Considering Iraq, they have a chance to score, especially with Hussein (striker, Al Quwa Al Jawiya) in strong form (29 goals in 24 matches) and performed well in the senior national team (5 goals in 4 matches). Argentina, under pressure to win after their recent defeat, will be expected to score more goals and secure a victory. Prediction: 3-1

Result: Argentina scored 3 while Iraq scored 1 goal => the prediction WON!

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