International Friendlies Predictions

Morocco

Morocco

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 March 2023

22:00

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Brazil

Brazil

All eyes will be on Stade Ibn Batouta when Morocco and Brazil square off against each other in a friendly international. Morocco performed above expectations at the World Cup finals, with the team making it to the semis, and they are surely capable of making life difficult for the Selecao. Since key players Achraf Hakimi, Noussair Mazraoui, and Sofyan Amrabat all made the cu... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 March 2023 at 22:00

Germany

Germany

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

25 March 2023

19:45

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Peru

Peru

After failing to impress at the 2022 World Cup finals, Germany will look to return to winning ways when they take on Peru on Saturday evening. Hansi Flick managed to keep his job, and it has to be noted that the former Bayern Munich manager has left veteran Thomas Muller out of the squad, with his teammate Leroy Sane being omitted as well. A man to keep an eye on in the home... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 March 2023 at 19:45

South Korea

South Korea

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2023

11:00

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Colombia

Colombia

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium will host Friday’s friendly between South Korea and Colombia. The Koreans failed to impress at the 2022 World Cup finals, with the team losing each of their three group games, and, no doubt, they are low on spirits ahead of the visit of Colombia. As always, a man to watch in the home team will be Tottenham forward Son Heung-Min, who is likely t... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2023 at 11:00

Japan

Japan

Prediction:
0-0

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2023

10:30

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Uruguay

Uruguay

Japan and Uruguay face each other at New National Stadium (Tokyo) in a highly-anticipated international friendly. The Samurai Blue were producing fine displays at the 2022 World Cup finals, with the team beating both Germany and Spain in the group stages, but they were more than unfortunate not to eliminate Croatia in the last 16. Experienced trio Maya Yoshida, Yuto Nagatomo... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2023 at 10:30

Australia

Australia

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

24 March 2023

09:00

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Ecuador

Ecuador

CommBank Stadium will host Friday’s football game between Australia and Ecuador, the two teams who have not met in a friendly since March 2014. Back then Ecuador recorded a thrilling 4-3 win over Australia, meaning that the hosts are hungry for revenge. The Socceroos did well to make it to the World Cup last 16, but Leo Messi’s Argentina eventually proved to be a big cat... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 March 2023 at 09:00

Argentina

Argentina

Prediction:
4-0

Match Time & Date:

23 March 2023

23:30

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Panama

Panama

World Cup winners Argentina will look to kick off 2023 in style when they take on Panama at Estadio Monumental on Thursday evening. La Albiceleste high on confidence following their excellent performances at the showpiece tournament, but boss Lionel Scaloni must warn his men against complacency. Star players Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez, and Nicolas Otamendi all made the c... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 March 2023 at 23:30

Hungary

Hungary

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

23 March 2023

18:30

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Estonia

Estonia

Hungary and Estonia take on each other in a friendly at Puskas Arena in their first Nations League meeting since November 2018. The Hungarians defeated Greece in their last warm-up game, with Freiburg midfielder Roland Sallai once again proving his worth. Even though the 25-year-old has lost his place in the starting XI, he will be one of the men to watch in the home team. L... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 March 2023 at 18:30

Russia

Russia

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

23 March 2023

17:00

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Iran

Iran

Following two boring goalless draws with Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, Russia will look to get back on course when they face Iran in yet another friendly on Thursday. Russia have been banned from qualifying for EURO 2024 following the country’s invasion of Ukraine, and, as a result, head coach Valeri Karpin will use upcoming warm-up games to test as many players as possible. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 March 2023 at 17:00

Ireland

Ireland

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2023

19:45

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Latvia

Latvia

Wednesday’s friendly at Aviva Stadium pits together Republic of Ireland and Latvia, the two teams who meet for the first time since November 15, 2013. Back then Ireland outplayed Latvia 3-0, and you should know that the Boys in Green are eyeing their sixth consecutive win over the former Soviet Republic. Mikey Johnston has received his first call-up, while both Shane Duffy... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2023 at 19:45

Belgium

Belgium

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

18 November 2022

15:00

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Egypt

Egypt

All eyes will be on Jaber Al Ahmad International Stadium when Belgium and Egypt face each other in a highly-anticipated friendly. The Red Devills are seen as one of the main candidates to lift the 2022 World Cup trophy, but they will have to prove their worth on the field. Romelu Lukaky, who has been struggling with a minor injury of late, is unlikely to be risked, but Man C... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 November 2022 at 15:00

Jordan

Jordan

Prediction:
0-3

Match Time & Date:

17 November 2022

19:45

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Spain

Spain

David faces Goliath at Amman International Stadium as Spain and Jordan go head to head in a pre-World Cup game. La Roja are seen as favourites to win Thursday’s friendly, but boss Luis Enrique must warn his men against complacency. All Sergio Ramos, Thiago Alcantara, and David De Gea have been left out of the squad, while experienced forward Alvaro Morata is widely expecte... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 November 2022 at 19:45

Ireland

Ireland

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

17 November 2022

19:45

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Norway

Norway

Thursday’s friendly at Aviva Stadium pits together Republic of Ireland and Norway, the two teams who failed to qualify for the World Cup finals. The Boys in Green aim to build on a 3-2 Nations League win over Armenia, but they face a difficult task against the Scandinavians. Brighton striker Evan Ferguson has received his first call-up, while Middlesbrough Darragh Lenihan ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 November 2022 at 19:45

Portugal

Portugal

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

17 November 2022

18:45

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Nigeria

Nigeria

Portugal play host to Nigeria at Estadio Jose Alvalade in the last friendly before their World Cup opener against Mexico. A Selecao did well to beat Italy and North Macedonia in the playoffs, and they aim to impress in their last warm-up game before the showpiece tournament as well. Man utd star Cristiano Ronaldo misses the match with gastroenteritis, but both Bruno Fernande... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 November 2022 at 18:45

Morocco

Morocco

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

17 November 2022

16:00

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Georgia

Georgia

Morocco and Georgia square off against each other at Sharjah Stadium in what will be their first ever meeting on the international stage. The Atlas Lions will use this match as a perfect test for their World Cup opener against Croatia, and the bookies see them as favourites to win the clash. Chelsea ace Hakim Ziyech made his return to the national team in September’s 2-0 w... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 November 2022 at 16:00

Iraq

Iraq

Prediction:
0-0

Match Time & Date:

17 November 2022

14:00

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Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Basra Sport City will host Thursday’s international friendly between Iraq and Costa Rica. The Iraqis missed out on a spot at the 2022 World Cup finals, but they did well to hold Ecuador to a goalless draw in their last warm-up game. Since Radhi Shenaishil’s troops are likely to adopt yet another defence-minded approach, a low-scoring affair is on the horizon. A man to wa... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 November 2022 at 14:00

Japan

Japan

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

17 November 2022

13:40

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Canada

Canada

Al Maktoum Stadium will host Thursday’s friendly between Japan and Canada, the two teams who will take part at the upcoming World Cup finals. The Samurai Blue played out a goalless draw with Ecuador in their last warm-up game, and you should know that they are eyeing their sixth consecutive clean sheet in all competitions. A man to keep an eye on in the Asian team will be ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 November 2022 at 13:40

Ghana

Ghana

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

17 November 2022

10:00

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Switzerland

Switzerland

Switzerland take on Ghana at Al Nahyan Stadium in their last warm-up game before the World Cup finals. The Rossocrociati have chosen an African side for their last test match as they kick off their WC campaign with a match against Cameroon. Switzerland boss Murat Yakin continue to rely on experienced players Xherdan Shaqiri and Granit Xhaka, while Monaco striker Breel Embolo... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 November 2022 at 10:00

Mexico

Mexico

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

16 November 2022

19:30

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Sweden

Sweden

Mexico and Sweden face each other at Estadio Municipal de Montilivi in a highly-anticipated pre-World Cup friendly. El Tri aim to impress in their last warm-up game before their WC opener against Sweden, but they will have to prove their worth on the field. Wolverhampton forward Raul Jimenez misses out with injury, but Napoli winger Hirving Lozano is back after missing the 4... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 November 2022 at 19:30

United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

Prediction:
0-3

Match Time & Date:

16 November 2022

17:45

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Argentina

Argentina

Following a routine 3-0 win over Jamaica, Argentina will look to give fans yet another reason for celebration when they take on United Arab Emirates in their last warm-up game before the World Cup finals. La Albiceleste have big ambitions for the upcoming showpiece tournament, and they surely want to emerge triumphant in their last friendly before the WC opener against Saudi... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 November 2022 at 17:45

Turkey

Turkey

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

16 November 2022

17:00

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Scotland

Scotland

Diyarbakir Yeni Stadium will host Wednesday’s friendly between Turkey and Scotland, the two teams who missed out on their spots at the World Cup finals. Turkey aim to recover from a shocking Nations League defeat to Faroe Islands, and they are likely to fight tooth and nail against the Scotts. The likes of Arda Guler, Emirhan Ilkhan, Tayyip Sanus, and Samet Akaydin have re... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 November 2022 at 17:00

Poland

Poland

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

16 November 2022

17:00

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Chile

Chile

All eyes will be on Stadion Wojska Polskiego when Poland and Chile go head to head in a friendly international. Poland are eager to emerge triumphant in their last warm-up game before the World Cup opener against Mexico, but Wednesday’s game will be anything but a walk in the park for Robert Lewandowski and Co. Napoli midfielder Piotr Zielinski will be yet another man to w... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 November 2022 at 17:00

Oman

Oman

Prediction:
0-4

Match Time & Date:

16 November 2022

17:00

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Germany

Germany

Oman and Germany face each other at Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in a David-vs-Goliath friendly. Germany aim to impress in their last warm-up game before the World Cup opener against Japan. Thomas Muller, who has been struggling with a hip injury of late, is unlikely to be risked against Oman, but Hansi Flick has a number of top-class players to choose from, including Leroy ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 November 2022 at 17:00

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

16 November 2022

10:00

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Croatia

Croatia

Croatia take on Saudi Arabia at MRSOOL Park in their last warm-up game before the 2022 World Cup finals. The Croats must be high on confidence following four consecutive wins in the UEFA Nations League, but they will have to prove their worth on the field. As always, a man to watch in Zlatko Dalic’s team will be Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric, while Osasuna striker Ant... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 November 2022 at 10:00

Qatar

Qatar

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2022

11:00

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Chile

Chile

Qatar will look to make amends for a 2-0 loss to Canada when they take on Chile in a friendly on Tuesday. The World Cup hosts continue to struggle on the international stage, with the team failing to score in the previous two games in all competitions, but it seems as if they will not have a better chance than this to get back on course given Chile’s current form.

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This match will be played on 27 September 2022 at 11:00

Nicaragua

Nicaragua

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2022

11:00

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Ghana

Ghana

Nicaragua and Ghana face each other at Estadio Francisco Artes Carrasco in what will be their first ever meeting on the international stage. Marco Figueroa’s men will be aiming to make amends for a 2-1 loss to Surinam, but will have a mountain to climb in Tuesday’s encounter. Ghana, on the other hand, will try to bounce back from a heavy 3-0 loss to Brazil on Friday and ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2022 at 11:00

Egypt

Egypt

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2022

11:00

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Liberia

Liberia

Borg El Arab Stadium will host Tuesday’s friendly between Egypt and Liberia, the two African sides. Egypt will be looking to build on a comfortable 3-0 win over Niger, and we are positive that they will adopt yet another attack-minded approach in Tuesday’s clash. A man to watch in Rui Vitoria’s team will be Liverpool ace Mohamed Salah, who scored a brace against Niger.... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2022 at 11:00

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International Friendlies Predictions

International Friendlies Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our weekly International Friendlies tips across the most popular football betting markets, including Correct Score, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), Over/Under 2.5 Goals, Total Shots on Target, and Match Result. Our football predictions are based on current form, tactical patterns, and individual player statistics from recent international fixtures, ensuring data-driven insights for every friendly match played across the global football calendar.

International Friendlies Betting Tips

MatchBetting tips
MoldovaMoldovaLithuaniaLithuania26/03/2026, 13:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CyprusCyprusBelarusBelarus26/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
GeorgiaGeorgiaIsraelIsrael26/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BrazilBrazilFranceFrance26/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
ColombiaColombiaCroatiaCroatia26/03/2026, 23:30
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
AustriaAustriaGhanaGhana27/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
EnglandEnglandUruguayUruguay27/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NetherlandsNetherlandsNorwayNorway27/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SwitzerlandSwitzerlandGermanyGermany27/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
SpainSpainSerbiaSerbia27/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MoroccoMoroccoEcuadorEcuador27/03/2026, 20:15
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
South KoreaSouth KoreaIvory CoastIvory Coast28/03/2026, 14:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
SenegalSenegalPeruPeru28/03/2026, 16:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CanadaCanadaIcelandIceland28/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
HungaryHungarySloveniaSlovenia28/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
ScotlandScotlandJapanJapan28/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
USAUSABelgiumBelgium28/03/2026, 19:30
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
MexicoMexicoPortugalPortugal29/03/2026, 02:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
ArmeniaArmeniaBelarusBelarus29/03/2026, 14:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LithuaniaLithuaniaGeorgiaGeorgia29/03/2026, 14:00
  • Correct Score: 1-3
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
ColombiaColombiaFranceFrance29/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
GermanyGermanyGhanaGhana30/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
USAUSAPortugalPortugal31/03/2026, 00:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
SpainSpainEgyptEgypt31/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MontenegroMontenegroSloveniaSlovenia31/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
NorwayNorwaySwitzerlandSwitzerland31/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SerbiaSerbiaSaudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia31/03/2026, 17:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
HungaryHungaryGreeceGreece31/03/2026, 18:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
AustriaAustriaSouth KoreaSouth Korea31/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
EnglandEnglandJapanJapan31/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NetherlandsNetherlandsEcuadorEcuador31/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
MoroccoMoroccoParaguayParaguay31/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
AlgeriaAlgeriaUruguayUruguay31/03/2026, 20:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
ArgentinaArgentinaGuatemalaGuatemala01/04/2026, 00:15
  • Correct Score: 4-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CanadaCanadaTunisiaTunisia01/04/2026, 00:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BrazilBrazilCroatiaCroatia01/04/2026, 01:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MexicoMexicoBelgiumBelgium01/04/2026, 02:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw

What are International Friendlies Predictions?

International Friendlies predictions are expert forecasts of outcomes in non-competitive matches between national teams. Unlike tournament fixtures, friendlies focus on preparation, squad rotation, and tactical experimentation rather than results alone. Friendlies predictions involve analysing factors such as current form, recent call-ups, and travel fatigue to determine which teams are best placed to perform well across international friendlies.
Since managers often use these games to test new systems or debut players, our forecasts weigh up aspects like motivation, lineup strength, and match context to deliver accurate, data-driven insights. Our predictions are used to build data-driven football betting tips on some of the most common betting markets for International Friendlies, including Match Result, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and Over/Under goals.

How are International Friendlies Predictions determined?

Our analysts develop accurate International Friendlies predictions through a structured process that blends statistical modelling, player analysis, and betting market evaluation. This approach reflects the fluid nature of friendly matches, where tactical experimentation, travel schedules, and player motivation often shape outcomes more than rankings or form.
The 3 key steps behind our International Friendlies predictions are as follows.

  • Analysing recent team and player form
  • Evaluating line-ups, motivation, and match objectives
  • Comparing findings with bookmaker odds

How are International Friendlies Predictions determined

  1. Analysing recent team and player form. The first step in producing reliable International Friendlies predictions involves reviewing how national teams and key players have performed in their most recent matches, whether in qualifiers, tournaments, or previous friendlies. Metrics such as goals scored, defensive stability, and player involvement help identify which sides are entering friendlies in better rhythm.
  2. Evaluating line-ups, motivation, and match objectives. Once form has been analysed, the next step required to produce solid friendlies predictions involves assessing team selection and motivation. Managers often rotate players, test tactical systems, or introduce debutants, which affects match dynamics. Understanding whether a nation is preparing for a major competition or using the game purely for experimentation helps forecast the likely intensity and outcome of each friendly.
  3. Comparing findings with bookmaker odds. The final step in shaping our International Friendlies predictions involves aligning all analytical data with betting markets. By tracking price shifts and comparing them to team news, travel distance, and expected line-ups, our analysts pinpoint matches where odds diverge from statistical probability, offering bettors accurate and value-driven insights for the International Friendlies bets.

When are International Friendlies Predictions released?

Our International Friendlies predictions are released every Monday at 12:00 pm London time, ahead of the week’s scheduled fixtures. This timing allows readers to access up-to-date insights on team news, player availability, and tactical expectations before matches begin. For additional or rescheduled friendlies, our forecasts are updated as soon as fixtures are confirmed, ensuring every International Friendlies prediction remains accurate and timely.

When do International Friendlies take place mostly?

International friendlies mostly take place during the club league season, typically in scheduled FIFA international breaks. These periods allow national teams to gather players from their respective clubs, such as those competing in La Liga, without disrupting domestic competitions for long stretches. Friendlies held during these windows help managers test tactical setups, assess squad depth, and prepare for upcoming tournaments or qualification matches. These games are often used as preparation for major events such as the UEFA European Championship, FIFA World Cup, or Copa America, providing valuable opportunities to build cohesion and experiment with line-ups before competitive fixtures resume.

How are International Friendlies Fixtures organised?

International friendlies fixtures are organised through direct coordination between football federations, who agree on suitable opponents, venues, and revenue-sharing arrangements. These matches are often negotiated months in advance, with input from sponsors, broadcasters, and match promoters who handle logistics and commercial aspects.
Major sports marketing agencies frequently broker deals for high-profile friendly games as well, while corporate sponsors such as Nike work closely with national teams like Brazil to plan strategic matchups that maximise exposure. Some federations, such as Mexico’s, schedule most of their friendlies abroad (particularly in the United States) where large fan bases and higher gate revenues make these fixtures financially attractive.

Why do teams play international friendlies?

The main reasons teams play international friendlies are preparatory, including testing tactics, assessing players, and improving fitness. Two additional purposes are maintaining ranking points and promoting international cooperation.
More information about the top 5 reasons why teams play international friendlies is given below.

  • Trying new systems. Managers use friendlies to introduce new tactics and formations in a low-pressure environment before applying them in competitive matches.
  • Evaluating players. Friendly games allow coaches to observe how emerging or fringe players handle real match scenarios and adapt to different levels of opposition.
  • Building fitness. Friendlies help players return to peak physical form, especially before major tournaments or after long breaks in club competition.
  • Improving rankings. Results from friendlies contribute to a country’s FIFA ranking, which influences future seedings and tournament placements.
  • Encouraging cooperation. Friendly matches often serve as tools for sporting diplomacy, strengthening cultural and institutional ties between nations.

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Stay on top of the world’s most competitive football action with our expert predictions for other tournaments and leagues including the ones below.

  • Copa América Predictions. Copa América forecasts highlight South America’s top national teams with insights into tactics, form, and standout players.
  • World Cup Predictions. Our World Cup predictions deliver in-depth previews and expert calls for the biggest international tournament in football.
  • Nations League Predictions. Our Nations League coverage focuses on UEFA’s competitive international format, analysing promotion battles, finals contenders, and match trends across all divisions.
  • AFCON Predictions. Our Africa Cup of Nations forecasts highlight the continent’s biggest international tournament, tracking group dynamics, top scorers, and key knockout fixtures.
  • UEFA Euro Predictions. Our UEFA Euro analysis provides detailed previews and data-driven forecasts for Europe’s top international event, including form trends and team strategies.
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