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Julio Enciso managed four shots and was fouled three times as Bournemouth beat Ipswich 2-1 on Sunday so bet three was a winner. With the International break we have shifted our attention to the Nations League.
Bet 4 – England vs Croatia – Thursday 12th November at 19:45
England over 1.5 team goals at 2/7 is our preferred selection against Croatia on Thursday, with Thomas Tuchel's side looking to maintain their impressive attacking form at Wembley.
The Three Lions have scored 14 goals in four Nations League matches, averaging 3.5 per game. They have found the net at least twice in every fixture, including their opening 3-2 defeat against Spain and subsequent victories over Czechia and Croatia.
England's underlying attacking numbers provide further support. Tuchel's team average 2.92 xG and 16.75 shots per match, demonstrating their ability to create a consistent supply of scoring opportunities.
Croatia's defensive record strengthens the case for backing the hosts. Slaven Bilic's side have conceded 14 goals in four group matches, an average of 3.5 per fixture. Their underlying defensive performances are equally concerning, with Croatia allowing 2.58 xGA per game.
The previous meeting between these countries offers particularly strong evidence. England recorded a 7-0 victory in Rijeka last month, generating 6.43 xG from 19 attempts, including 10 shots on target. Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scored twice each, while Jude Bellingham contributed a goal and three assists.
Croatia have also struggled against other leading opposition, conceding four goals in their September defeat against Spain. Their defensive problems are compounded by injuries to Josip Sutalo and Martin Pongracic, leaving Bilic with fewer options at the back.
England's attacking personnel provide another reason for confidence. Kane has accumulated 7.03 xG from 43 shots in 715 minutes this season, while also creating 22 chances and registering eight assists. His movement and creativity should create opportunities for teammates operating around him.
England's latest 3-0 victory over Czechia extended their winning run to three matches, while Croatia arrive having lost three of their opening four fixtures.
At 2/7, England over 1.5 team goals carries an implied probability of approximately 77.8%. With England's consistent scoring record, strong xG figures and Croatia's defensive difficulties, backing the hosts to score at least twice is the preferred selection.
- Bet: England to score over 1.5 goals
- Odds: 2/7
- Bank: 16.25 units returns 20.80
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