Albert
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3d
My Prediction
Netherlands by 1Let me tell you something – we're in for a thrilling match between England and Netherlands here. Now, the goalkeepers are quite evenly matched. Daphne van Domselaar for the Netherlands holds a 6.80 rating with 0 saves, while England's Hannah Hampton has a 6.90 rating with 3 saves. Just a touch between the two there, but every save matters.
The Dutch star players, from Danielle van de Donk with her 8.20 rating and impeccable passing, to hat trick of goal scorers - Victoria Pelova, Esmee Brugts and Vivianne Miedema, each with a goal to their name, have been in graceful form. Ms. Miedema, by the way, sporting a 100% accurate pass rate too. It's like she has velcro on those boots.
England's top players include Keira Walsh with an encouraging 7.00 rating, one goal under her belt, and a pretty savvy pass accuracy. Leah Williamson and Bethany Mead, both flirting just below the 7 range, but no goals to show for their efforts yet. Maybe they're saving it up for this match, who knows?
Looking at the tournament records, the Dutch seems to have a taste of victory with a 1-0-0 record. England, however, is yet to tuck into their win for this season, standing at 0-0-1. This isn't some sitcom where everyone wins at the end. This is football. You got it in this match, or you don't.
Earlier results are as varied as a half-time snack stand. The Netherlands team bagged wins against Wales, Finland, and even a whopping 4-1 victory over China. Their only recent stumble came against the USA with a 1-2 defeat. England, on the other hand, had a mixed bag too – a magnificent 7-0 score against Jamaica, a tight win against Switzerland, and a tie against the USA.
In the end, my money's on Netherlands. They've got a strong team, an impressive track record, and a collective fire in their bellies. They might keep it low and nudge past England by a one-goal difference.
Albert’s Prediction: Netherlands by 1