USWNT vs. Portugal start time, odds, lines: Top soccer expert reveals Women's World Cup picks, predictions

There is major danger lurking Tuesday when the United States Women's National Team face Portugal in their final group-stage match at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. The USWNT, winners of four Women's World Cups, including the past two, could be packing up early if they lose this match. They opened with a 3-0 victory against Vietnam, but a 1-1 draw with the Netherlands has them tied atop the Group E standings with the Dutch. Portugal beat Vietnam 2-0 on Wednesday after losing their first match 1-0 to the Netherlands. That leaves Portugal just one point behind the Americans and gives them a chance for an Earth-shaking result Tuesday.

Kickoff at Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand is set for 3 a.m. ET. Caesars Sportsbook lists the United States as -390 favorites (risk $390 to win $100), with Portugal +1000 underdogs, in its latest USWNT vs. Portugal odds. A draw is priced at +420, and the over/under for total match goals is 2.5. The group will be decided by tiebreakers, so the match won't go to extra time. Before making any USA vs. Portugal picks or Women's World Cup bets, be sure to see what proven SportsLine soccer insider Jon Eimer is saying.

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. Anybody following him is way up.

Now, Eimer has taken an in-depth look at Portugal vs. USA match and just locked in his picks and Women's World Cup predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see his picks. Here are the betting lines for USWNT vs. Portugal:

• USWNT vs. Portugal spread: USWNT -1.5 (-125)
• USWNT vs. Portugal over/under: 2.5 goals
• USWNT vs. Portugal money line: Portugal +1000, USWNT -390, Draw +420
• Portugal: They have a 32-10 goal advantage in their past 15 games (10-2-3).
• USWNT: They are 10-1-0 in their past 11 games, with a 21-3 goal advantage.
  

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Why you should back the USWNT

The Americans put themselves in a difficult spot with their draw against the Dutch, but they are still the favorites to win this tournament. While they might not be the dominant force of years past, the USWNT still have superior talent and depth. Young stars like Sophia Smith, who scored twice against Vietnam, Trinity Rodman and Alyssa Thompson have joined what is still a veteran side with an astounding pedigree. The Americans have never failed to get past the quarterfinals of the Women's World Cup, so going out in the group stage is almost unfathomable.

Smith, 22, was the NWSL MVP for the champion Portland Thorns last season and has 10 goals and five assists in just 13 matches during this campaign. She has 14 goals in 32 USWNT matches. Rodman, 20, and Thompson, 18, can both add pace and creativity, while Alex Morgan remains a major scoring threat. The 34-year-old has 121 goals in 209 international matches and is one of six U.S. players with at least 100 caps. Lindsey Horan has 29 goals in 131 matches, and she scored the equalizer off a corner kick Wednesday after just missing on an identical chance earlier in the match. See which team to pick here.

Why you should back Portugal

The Portuguese will be playing like they have nothing to lose and should come in with lots of confidence. They dominated their 2-0 victory against Vietnam on Wednesday, outshooting the Vietnamese 29-5 and holding the ball for 70% of the match. They had a 9-1 advantage in attempts on target, and they also gave the Dutch a run for their money in a 1-0 loss in the opener. The Netherlands scored in the 13th minute, and Portugal locked them down the rest of the way but couldn't find an equalizer. They played England, the No. 4 team in the world, to a 0-0 draw in a friendly a month ago.

The veteran squad has gotten an injection of youth, and it could be dangerous. Portugal have seven players with at least 100 caps, but it was youngsters who made the difference Wednesday. Telma Encarnacao, 21, and Kika Nazareth, 20, put the Portuguese up 2-0 early in the first half. Nazareth has six goals in 26 international matches, and Encarnacao has five in 21. Tatiana Pinto is the heart of the attack, and she had 12 goals last season for Levante. Portugal have been a sleeping giant, and after reaching the past two Euros, they have a chance to make a massive statement here. See which team to pick here.

How to make USWNT vs. Portugal picks

Eimer has broken down Tuesday's Portugal vs. USWNT match from every angle. He is leaning Over on the goal total and has a confident best bet that returns plus money. He's only sharing his pick and analysis at SportsLine.