Austria begin their World Cup campaign against tournament debutants Jordan on Wednesday night and Ralf Rangnick’s side will be targeting a fast start in Group J.
Das Team arrive in California as strong favourites after establishing themselves as one of Europe’s most organised and aggressive pressing sides under Rangnick. Jordan deserve huge credit for reaching their first World Cup. However, they face a difficult task against an Austria team packed with players operating at the highest level of European football.
With that in mind, our Austria vs Jordan bet builder focuses on Austria’s superior quality and one of their biggest attacking threats.
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Austria vs Jordan Bet Builder prediction
Austria -1 handicap
Marcel Sabitzer anytime goalscorer
Austria -1 handicap
Austria should have too much quality for Jordan in Santa Clara.
Ralf Rangnick’s side press aggressively, win the ball back quickly and create chances in volume. As a result, they should control possession and pin Jordan deep inside their own half for long spells. Austria also boast more quality across the pitch and can turn that dominance into goals.
Furthermore, Austria know they need a strong start with Argentina still to come in Group J. While a narrow victory would be enough, the gulf in class between these two sides makes the -1 handicap appealing.
Jordan deserve credit for reaching their first World Cup. However, they now face a significant step up in opposition. Austria’s intensity, physicality and attacking depth could prove too much over 90 minutes. Therefore, backing Rangnick’s men to win by at least two goals makes plenty of appeal.
Marcel Sabitzer anytime goalscorer
Marcel Sabitzer looks one of the standout options in the anytime goalscorer market.
The Borussia Dortmund midfielder remains a key attacking weapon for Austria, even from a deeper role. He times his runs into the box well and regularly finds space in dangerous areas. Meanwhile, Jordan are likely to spend long periods without the ball, which should give Sabitzer plenty of opportunities to influence the game in the final third.
Furthermore, set pieces could play a major role. Austria should pin Jordan back for large spells and win plenty of corners and free-kicks around the penalty area. As a result, Sabitzer’s shooting ability and knack for arriving in the right place at the right time make him a strong candidate to get on the scoresheet.
If Austria dominate as expected, Sabitzer can play a decisive role. Therefore, backing him to add to his international goal tally appeals
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