Portugal vs Uzbekistan Tips, Predictions & 8/1 Bet Builder
Scott McGlynn
Portugal will be aiming to bounce back in style when they face Uzbekistan in their forthcoming World Cup Group K clash in Houston.
Roberto Martinez’s men were frustrated by DR Congo in a disappointing 1-1 draw, while tournament debutants Uzbekistan were overpowered by Colombia, slumping to a 3-1 defeat.
Here are our three World Cup betting tips and the best free bet offers ahead of Tuesday evening's clash in Texas
Portugal vs Uzbekistan Tips
Here are our top three tips, with prices from the best betting sites UK punters can use, ahead of this game.
Tip 1: Portugal to win & both teams to score
Portugal were one of the surprise stories of the first round of group matches, but not for the right reasons.
In their opening fixture against DR Congo, Portugal racked up 724 completed passes, their most in a World Cup game, but they were underwhelming and lacked their usual pizzazz.
Uzbekistan, meanwhile, struggled to impose themselves against Colombia on their World Cup bow, as they didn’t record a single touch in the opposition box in the first half.
At one point, Uzbekistan had an xG (expected goals) rate of just 0.02. Although their first touch in the opposition box led to a goal, Uzbekistan ultimately folded with Colombia’s class told in the latter stages.
Portugal though will have been fuming with how things unravelled against DR Congo, and Roberto Martinez will be deliberating over whether to start Cristiano Ronaldo again given his anonymous performance. Although Uzbekistan may try to pack players in and around their box, Portugal to win and both teams to score offers value.
Tip 2: Vitinha to provide an assist
Vitinha is always happy to get on the ball, and against DR Congo, he completed 121 passes, the most by a Portugal player in a single game in the competition.
Although Vitinha struggled to unlock DR Congo’s compact shape, he can be relied upon to provide purpose in attacking transitions while operating from deeper positions.
I think he could exert a bit more influence against Uzbekistan, and he’ll be looking to find and release Joao Neves wherever possible.
Vitinha may have only contributed four assists from 39 senior caps earned for Portugal, but I have a hunch he will feed a team-mate for a goal.
Tip 3: Vitinha to provide an assist, a goal in both halves (Yes) & over 7.5 shots on target
Start your bet builder with Vitinha, who likes to dictate the tempo of games, to be more influential against Uzbekistan and chip in with an assist.
Some games at the World Cup have been slow burners, but this contest could have a bit more ebb and flow. A goal to be scored in both halves doesn’t seem unrealistic.
Round things off with the over shots on target section. Portugal could be more dominant in this department, but a combined Over 7.5 shots on target across the 90 minutes appears fair.
Other World Cup Offers
Alongside our Portugal vs Uzbekistan predictions and betting tips, you can also find the latest prices from the top World Cup betting sites on several games.
Looking beyond this game? Compare the football betting sites we cover.
New customers can also pick up the latest free bet offers from our top bookmakers.
Content on this site will contain reference to products or services from one or more of our advertisers or partners. We may receive compensation when you view ads or click on links to those products or services.
Where to Watch Portugal vs Uzbekistan
Here's everything you need to know before kick-off.
This page does not host or provide live streaming services. All TV broadcasters are shared strictly for informational purposes. To watch legally, please use the official broadcasters listed above.
More Football Tips
