International Friendlies Predictions

Denmark

Denmark

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

23 March 2024

19:00

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Switzerland

Switzerland

Parken stadium in Copenhagen will be packed when Denmark and Switzerland take on each other in a friendly on Saturday evening. The Danes kickstart their preparations for the upcoming EURO 2024 finals and we are positive that Kasper Hjumland’s troops are going to take this warm-up game very seriously. The good news for the hosts is that Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojl... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 March 2024 at 19:00

Slovakia

Slovakia

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

23 March 2024

17:00

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Austria

Austria

Stadion Tehelne pole will host Saturday’s friendly between Slovakia and Austria, the two teams who meet for the first time since June 2021. Back then, the two teams played out a goalless draw and you should know that under 2.5 goals have been netted in four of their last five meetings in all competitions. Austria head into the match with a severely-weakened squad as both M... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 March 2024 at 17:00

Ireland

Ireland

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

23 March 2024

17:00

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Belgium

Belgium

All eyes will be on Aviva Stadium when Republic of Ireland and Belgium lock horns in an eagerly-awaited international friendly. The Boys in Green aim to make amends for the unsuccessful EURO 2024 qualifying and they are likely to fight tooth and nail against the Oranje. Interim manager John O’Shea has named his squad for the upcoming friendlies, with both Finn Azaz and Jak... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 March 2024 at 17:00

Morocco

Morocco

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

22:00

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Angola

Angola

Morocco and Angola go head to head at Stade d’Agadir in an all-African friendly international. Morocco aim to recover from the shocking Africa Cup of Nations defeat to South Africa and we are positive that they will go all guns blazing at Angola. The good news for boss Walid Regragui is that Real Madrid ace Brahim Diaz has decided to represent Morocco on the international ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 22:00

Algeria

Algeria

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

21:00

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Bolivia

Bolivia

Algeria will be aiming to make amends for the unsuccessful Africa Cup of Nations campaign when they take on Bolivia in a friendly. The Desert Warriors were not at their sharpest at the showpiece tournament in Ivory Coast and, as a result, experienced tactician Vladimir Petkovic took over the reins. The new boss is eager to bring glory days to Algeria and we are positive that... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 21:00

Spain

Spain

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

20:30

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Colombia

Colombia

All eyes will be on London Stadium when Spain and Colombia face each other in a warm-up game on Friday evening. La Roja are brimming with confidence following six consecutive wins in the EURO 2024 qualifiers and they are seen as favourites to beat los Cafeteros as well. As star players Alvaro Morata, Rodri, and Mikel Oyarzabal all made the cut, while the likes of Ansu Fati, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 20:30

Netherlands

Netherlands

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

19:45

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Scotland

Scotland

Johan Cruijff Arena will be the centre of attention when Netherlands and Scotland lock horns in an eagerly-awaited friendly. The Oranje were having their ups and downs in the EURO 2024 qualifiers, but thanks to three consecutive wins over Greece, Ireland, and Gibraltar they eventually clinched their spot at the tournament in Germany. Ronald Koeman’s troops have big ambitio... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 19:45

Hungary

Hungary

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

19:45

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Turkey

Turkey

After outplaying Montenegro in their last EURO 2024 qualifier, Hungary will be aiming to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Turkey in a friendly on Friday evening. The Hungarians kickstart their preparations for the upcoming EURO finals and we are positive that they will take this warm-up game very seriously. The good news for the hosts is that Liver... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 19:45

Albania

Albania

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

19:45

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Chile

Chile

Stadio Ennio Tardini will host Friday’s friendly between Albania and Chile, the two teams who meet for the first time on the international stage. The Albanians did remarkably well to qualify for the EURO 2024 finals, with the team clinching top position in Group E and, no doubt, they are brimming with confidence ahead of the trip to Parma. A man to keep an eye on in the ho... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 19:45

Senegal

Senegal

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

19:30

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Gabon

Gabon

Senegal and Gabon face each other at Stade de la Licorne (Amiens) in an all-African international friendly. The Lions of Teranga aim to recover from the shocking Africa Cup of Nations loss to Ivory Coast and we are positive that they will go all guns blazing at the Panthers. As all Kalidou Koulibaly, Sadio Mane, and Idrissa Gana Gueye made the cut, home win should be conside... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 19:30

Norway

Norway

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

17:00

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Czech Republic

Czech Republic

Norway play host to Czech Republic at their Ulleval Stadion in an eagerly-awaited international friendly. The Norwegians missed out on a place at the EURO 2024 finals and, no doubt, Stale Solbakken’s troops will use upcoming warm-up games as a good preparation for the UEFA Nations League opener against Kazakhstan. As always, all eyes will be on Man City striker Erling Haal... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 17:00

Faroe Islands

Faroe Islands

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

17:00

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Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein and Faroe Islands square off against each other in San Pedro de Alcantara in a warm-up game. Liechtenstein are on a dreadful 23-game losing run in all competitions and, no doubt, they are desperate to grab something from Friday’s friendly. A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be York United striker Dennis Salanovic, who has netted four goals in 54 ap... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 17:00

North Macedonia

North Macedonia

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

14:30

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Moldova

Moldova

North Macedonia and Moldova face each other at Mardan Stadyumu (Antalya) in what will be their first meeting since February 2009. Back then the two sides played out a 1-1 draw and yet another close encounter is on the horizon. The likes of Enis Bardhi, Darko Churlinov, Egzan Alioski, and Elif Elmas are the most notable players in Blagoje Milevski’s team, but the 52-year-ol... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 14:30

Romania

Romania

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

13:00

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Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland

Friday’s friendly at Arena Nationala (Bucharest) pits together Romania and Northern Ireland, the two teams who meet for the first time since November 2020. Back then the two sides played out a 1-1 draw in the UEFA Nations League and yet another close contest is on the horizon. The Tricolorii are brimming with confidence following a very successful EURO qualifying campaign ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 13:00

Nigeria

Nigeria

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

13:00

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Ghana

Ghana

Stade de Marrakech will host Friday’s friendly between Nigeria and Ghana, the two African powerhouses. The Super Eagles did well to make it to the Africa Cup of Nations final last month, but hosts Ivory Coast eventually won the trophy. The Nigerians are now preparing for the 20226 World Cup qualifiers and, no doubt, boss Jose Peseiro will use March friendlies to test as ma... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 13:00

Armenia

Armenia

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

13:00

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Kosovo

Kosovo

Armenia and Kosovo square off against each other in Yerevan (neutral location) in what is expected to be an exciting friendly game. Armenia have lost four of their last five games in all competitions, but their performance in the EURO 2024 qualifier against Croatia (0-1) was anything but poor. A man to keep an eye on in Oleksandr Petrakov’s team will be Al-Fateh midfielder... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 13:00

Guatemala

Guatemala

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

01:30

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Ecuador

Ecuador

Guatemala will try to put an end to their five-match winless run in all competitions when they take on Ecuador in a friendly on Friday morning. La Bicolor failed to find the net in the previous four friendly games, which is probably the main reason why bookies see them as underdogs in the Red Bull Arena clash. La Tri, meanwhile, did well to beat Chile 1-0 in their last World... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 01:30

Venezuela

Venezuela

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2024

21:00

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Italy

Italy

Italy and Venezuela take on each other at Chase Stadium (neutral location) as the Azzurri kickstart their preparations for the EURO 2024 finals. Luciano Spalletti’s men secured their spot at the showpiece tournament in Germany thanks to a goalless draw with Ukraine, but they are likely to adopt an attack-minded approach in Thursday’s friendly. Lazio striker Ciro Immobile... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2024 at 21:00

Portugal

Portugal

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2024

19:45

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Sweden

Sweden

All eyes will be on Estadio Dom Afonso Henriques when Portugal and Sweden take on each other a highly-anticipated friendly game. A Selecao have been producing excellent displays under Roberto Martinez, with the team eyeing their eleventh consecutive win in all competitions, but the Swedes should not be written off just yet. Both Francisco Conceicao and Jota Silva have receiv... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2024 at 19:45

Malta

Malta

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2024

18:00

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Slovenia

Slovenia

Malta will be aiming to claim a major scalp in Thursday’s program when they take on Slovenia in a friendly at Ta’Qali National Stadium (neutral location). Michele Marcolini’s troops are eager to put an end to their four-game losing run in all competitions and we are positive that they will leave their hearts on the field. Notts County forward Jodi Jones is widely expec... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2024 at 18:00

Russia

Russia

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2024

17:00

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Serbia

Serbia

VTB Arena will be the centre of attention when Russia and Serbia square off against each other in an eagerly-awaited friendly. Russia aim to build on a splendid 8-0 win over Cuba, but they face a difficult task in Thursday’s clash against Serbia, who managed to qualify for the upcoming European Championship finals. A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be Aleksandr... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2024 at 17:00

Montenegro

Montenegro

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2024

13:00

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Belarus

Belarus

Montenegro and Belarus face each other at Mardan Stadyumu (neutral location) in what is expected to be an interesting friendly game. Despite producing fine displays in the EURO 2024 qualifiers, the Montenegrins eventually failed to book their spot at the showpiece tournament in Germany, but they are seen as favourites to beat Belarus in Thursday’s warm-up game. Goalkeeper ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2024 at 13:00

Cyprus

Cyprus

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2024

13:00

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Latvia

Latvia

AEK Arena will host Thursday’s friendly international between Cyprus and Latvia. The Cypriotes desperately needed a win against Lithuania and they managed to get one thanks to Ioannis Pitas’ goal. Temur Ketsbaia’s troops did well to put an end to their seven-game losing run in all competitions, but they do not want to stop now. There are no fresh injury worries in the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2024 at 13:00

Poland

Poland

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

21 November 2023

19:45

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Latvia

Latvia

Poland and Latvia take on each other at PGE Narodowy in what is expected to be an interesting friendly game. Following a 1-1 draw with Czech Republic, Poland’s Euro 2024 hopes are ruined, but they surely want to give fans something to cheer about on Tuesday evening. Barcelona ace Robert Lewandowski should be rested against Latvia, while Napoli midfielder Piotr Zielinski is... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 November 2023 at 19:45

Ireland

Ireland

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

21 November 2023

19:45

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New Zealand

New Zealand

Republic of Ireland will look to bounce back from a 1-0 loss to Netherlands when they face New Zealand in a friendly on Tuesday evening. When the two teams met in a warm-up game four years ago Ireland defeated New Zealand 3-1 and the Boys in Green are seen as favourites to win the Aviva Stadium clash as well. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team, but both Adam ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 November 2023 at 19:45

Austria

Austria

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

21 November 2023

19:45

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Germany

Germany

Sparkles will be flying when Austria and Germany face each other in a highly-anticipated international friendly. Austria booked their spot at the 2024 Euro finals without any difficulties and they must be high on confidence following a routine 2-0 win over Estonia. Fit-again Inter striker Marko Arnautovic is widely expected to return to the starting XI, with Wolves forward S... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 November 2023 at 19:45

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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.

Other Leagues We Cover

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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