Spain vs. Netherlands time, line, odds: Soccer expert makes Women's World Cup picks, quarterfinal predictions

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After finishing as runners-up at the 2019 World Cup, the Netherlands are taking aim at another shot at a top finish when they face Spain in the quarterfinals of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in New Zealand on Thursday. The Netherlands advanced after a 2-0 win over South Africa in the Round of 16. Spain moved into the quarterfinals with a 5-1 victory over Switzerland on Saturday. The Spaniards have already clinched their best-ever finish at a World Cup.

Kickoff in New Zealand is set for 9 p.m. ET. Spain are -124 favorites (risk $124 to win $100) on the 90-minute money line in the latest Spain vs. Netherlands odds. The Netherlands are +360 underdogs, a 90-minute draw is priced at +225 and the over/under for total goals scored is 2.5. Spain are -250 to advance, while Netherlands are +175. Before locking in any Netherlands vs. Spain picks, be sure to see the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup predictions and best bets from soccer insider Jon "Buckets" Eimer.

Eimer is a high-volume bettor who has vast knowledge of leagues and players across the globe. Since joining SportsLine, he has covered the English Premier League, Serie A, the FA Cup and much more. Since the end of last year's World Cup he has been red-hot, going 167-149-8 for a profit of $2,787 for $100 bettors.

Now, Eimer has broken down the Netherlands vs. Spain matchup from all sides. You can head to SportsLine to see his picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for Spain vs. Netherlands:

  • Spain vs. Netherlands spread: Spain -0.5 (-120), Netherlands +0.5 (-110)
  • Spain vs. Netherlands over/under: 2.5 goals
  • Spain vs. Netherlands 90-minute money line: Spain -124, Netherlands +360, Draw +225
  • Spain vs. Netherlands to advance: Spain -250, Netherlands +175
  • SPA: La Roja have outscored their World Cup opponents 13-5 through the Round of 16
  • NETH: The Dutch are 6-2-1 since the start of the year, with the only losses coming in friendlies against Austria and Germany
  • Spain vs. Netherlands picks: See picks at SportsLine

Why you should back Spain

Spain boasts a number of scorers, including forward Jennifer Hermoso. The 33-year-old has scored 51 times in 102 matches for her home country, including a goal in the Round of 16 win over Switzerland. She has scored multiple goals on a number of occasions, including a five-goal effort in a 13-0 win over Azerbaijan in a UEFA Women's Euro 2021 qualifying match in February 2021. She has 11 multi-goal matches in her international career.

The Spaniards also boast scoring off the bench. Forward Alba Redondo has three goals and an assist in four appearances, including three as a substitute. She has been accurate around the net, taking nine shots with six on target. The 26-year-old has 14 career goals in 32 appearances for her home country. Since 2019, she has played domestically for Levante in Liga F. In 87 appearances, she has scored 34 goals. See who to back at SportsLine.

Why you should back Netherlands

Midfielder Jill Roord has been on fire at the Women's World Cup. In four appearances, she has registered four goals on 16 shots, including six on target. She had two goals in the 7-0 win over Vietnam. The 26-year-old has recorded 25 goals in 91 matches for the national team, including five since an April friendly against Poland. She is also a member of Manchester City of the Women's Super League in England.

Also helping boost the offense is forward Esmee Brugts. The 20-year-old has made a big impact on the national team, scoring two goals in four matches on eight shots, including four on target. Since last year, she has scored six goals in 21 international appearances. Domestically, Brugts is a member of PSV Eindhoven in the top women's league in the Netherlands. She has scored 12 times in 50 matches since 2020. See who to back at SportsLine.

How to make Netherlands vs. Spain picks 

Eimer has broken down Thursday's Spain vs. Netherlands match from every angle. He is going Over on the goal total and has two other confident best bets, plus his full breakdown of the Women's World Cup match. He's only sharing those picks at SportsLine.