Australia needed a play-off to qualify for World Cup 2018 after being bested by both Japan and Saudi Arabia in their qualification section.
Even then, they needed extra time to see off Syria over two legs, and so the Socceroos arguably aren’t in the best of shape heading into the summer tournament.
But at least they have qualified, and that’s more than can be said for the Czech Republic, who were completely outclassed in Group C by Germany and Northern Ireland to sentence them to a watching brief from the sofa this summer.
The two teams meet in what on the face of it appears to be a meaningless friendly in Austria on June 1, but in reality there is plenty for players in both camps to get stuck into.
Those selected in the Australia squad will be desperate to start their country’s first World Cup game, in which they will take on France on June 16. A strong showing here and in Hungary in the next match could be enough to convince head coach Bert van Marwijk that they deserve to take to the field; what a feeling that must be to pull on your national shirt with hundreds of millions of people watching!
As for the Czech Republic, they will now go through an exercise of soul searching and experimentation to ensure they have the right squad in place for them to qualify for the European Championships in 2020. Now is the time for their players to show some mettle.
So actually, what appears on the surface to be a meaningless friendly could actually be anything but the sort. Who will prevail in Austria? What are Australia vs Czech Republic betting tips?
Let's have a quick look at Australia vs Czech Republic odds. The bookmakers are having a tough time separating these two, with Australia available to back at 3.58, the Czechs at 2.02 and the draw is priced at 3.24, all of that at 1xBet.
2. Australia vs Czech Republic Predictions
Australia were indebted to their excellent goalkeeper, Mathew Ryan, for some invaluable saves during qualification, and the Brighton shot stopper joins up with his international teammates on a high after his club team retained their Premier League status.
The Socceroos will rely on him and inspirational captain Mile Jedinak to lead the side in Russia, and both are likely to feature in this friendly too.
Indeed, it is the midfield that Jedinak anchors that is key to this Aussie outfit. Aaron Mooy, Tom Rogic and Jackson Irvine are excellent footballers, and they will be looking to feed their frontman; whether that be Tomi Juric or Robbie Kruse. Mathew Leckie provides the ammunition down the flank.
As for the Czech Republic, it is in these friendlies where they will try to hit upon a winning formula prior to their Euro 2020 campaign. So you can expect experimentation and new faces….which could play into Australia’s hands.
All eyes will be on the likes of Patrick Schick, Antonin Barak, Tomas Kalas and Pavel Kaderabek; the next generation of Czech talent that will be needed to rise to the occasion.
But for now, we’re more willing to side with the more experienced and organised outfit, so take Australia in the Draw No Bet market.
3. Czech Republic vs Australia
So these were our Australia vs Czech Republic predictions. As we said, we'd put our money on Australia, even if bookmakers think otherwise.
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Australia’s preparations for World Cup 2018 ramp up with a training camp in Austria that will feature friendlies against the Czech Republic and Hungary. The Czechs are first up; can the Aussies continue the momentum they gained towards the end of their qualification campaign?
Try also our article England vs Nigeria betting tips, about other friendly match that is going to take place a day after this one.
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Australia vs Czech Republic Friendly Predictions
Australia vs Czech Republic Friendly Predictions
Australia needed a play-off to qualify for World Cup 2018 after being bested by both Japan and Saudi Arabia in their qualification section.
Even then, they needed extra time to see off Syria over two legs, and so the Socceroos arguably aren’t in the best of shape heading into the summer tournament.
But at least they have qualified, and that’s more than can be said for the Czech Republic, who were completely outclassed in Group C by Germany and Northern Ireland to sentence them to a watching brief from the sofa this summer.
The two teams meet in what on the face of it appears to be a meaningless friendly in Austria on June 1, but in reality there is plenty for players in both camps to get stuck into.
Those selected in the Australia squad will be desperate to start their country’s first World Cup game, in which they will take on France on June 16. A strong showing here and in Hungary in the next match could be enough to convince head coach Bert van Marwijk that they deserve to take to the field; what a feeling that must be to pull on your national shirt with hundreds of millions of people watching!
As for the Czech Republic, they will now go through an exercise of soul searching and experimentation to ensure they have the right squad in place for them to qualify for the European Championships in 2020. Now is the time for their players to show some mettle.
So actually, what appears on the surface to be a meaningless friendly could actually be anything but the sort. Who will prevail in Austria? What are Australia vs Czech Republic betting tips?
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1. Australia vs Czech Republic Odds
Let's have a quick look at Australia vs Czech Republic odds. The bookmakers are having a tough time separating these two, with Australia available to back at 3.58, the Czechs at 2.02 and the draw is priced at 3.24, all of that at 1xBet.
2. Australia vs Czech Republic Predictions
Australia were indebted to their excellent goalkeeper, Mathew Ryan, for some invaluable saves during qualification, and the Brighton shot stopper joins up with his international teammates on a high after his club team retained their Premier League status.
The Socceroos will rely on him and inspirational captain Mile Jedinak to lead the side in Russia, and both are likely to feature in this friendly too.
Indeed, it is the midfield that Jedinak anchors that is key to this Aussie outfit. Aaron Mooy, Tom Rogic and Jackson Irvine are excellent footballers, and they will be looking to feed their frontman; whether that be Tomi Juric or Robbie Kruse. Mathew Leckie provides the ammunition down the flank.
As for the Czech Republic, it is in these friendlies where they will try to hit upon a winning formula prior to their Euro 2020 campaign. So you can expect experimentation and new faces….which could play into Australia’s hands.
All eyes will be on the likes of Patrick Schick, Antonin Barak, Tomas Kalas and Pavel Kaderabek; the next generation of Czech talent that will be needed to rise to the occasion.
But for now, we’re more willing to side with the more experienced and organised outfit, so take Australia in the Draw No Bet market.
3. Czech Republic vs Australia
So these were our Australia vs Czech Republic predictions. As we said, we'd put our money on Australia, even if bookmakers think otherwise.
Australia’s preparations for World Cup 2018 ramp up with a training camp in Austria that will feature friendlies against the Czech Republic and Hungary. The Czechs are first up; can the Aussies continue the momentum they gained towards the end of their qualification campaign?
Try also our article England vs Nigeria betting tips, about other friendly match that is going to take place a day after this one.