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Japan vs Spain World Cup 2022 Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips

Japan plays Spain in Group E of the FIFA World Cup 2022 at Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar on Friday, beginning at 6:00am AEDT.

The FIFA World Cup is the most prestigious soccer event in the world, and Japan and Spain are two of the 32 countries taking part in Qatar in 2022.

Group E at the World Cup 2022 includes Spain, Costa Rica, Germany, and Japan. The top two from each group progress to the second round.

Stats Insider's top betting tips for Japan vs Spain, plus the latest betting odds via Betfair, are detailed below.

Who will win? Japan vs Spain

Based on detailed computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated Friday's Japan-Spain World Cup 2022 match 10,000 times.

Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives Japan a 12.0% chance of winning, Spain a 68.2% chance of winning, and the draw a 19.8% chance of occurring.

More: Japan vs Spain Simulated 10,000 Times

Japan vs Spain Current Odds

  • Result: Japan $8.00, Spain $1.49, Draw $4.80
  • Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over $2.02, Under $1.97

Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.

Betfair currently has Japan's odds to win at $8.00, with Spain's odds to win at $1.49, and odds for the draw at $4.80 if you think the game will be all square after 90 minutes.

For Over/Under 2.5 goals in the Spain vs Japan game, Betfair currently has odds for the Over at $2.02 and the Under at $1.97.

According to Stats Insider's model, the Over/Under total of 2.5 goals has a 51% chance of going Over.

Japan vs Spain Betting Tips

  • Result: Spain at $1.49 with Betfair (68% probability)
  • Total Goals: Over 2.5 at $2.02 with Betfair (51% probability)

These predictions are based on complex modelling and wagering experience to give you the best possible advice 24/7/365.

For the best value throughout the Qatar World Cup, we recommend betting with Betfair.

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Stats Insider has full coverage of Spain vs Japan at the Qatar World Cup, including pre-match predictions, expert tips, and live scores.

Spain vs Japan Goalscorers

Who will score a goal in Spain vs Japan? The data is in.

The most likely first goal scorer and most likely anytime goal scorers for both Spain and Japan are listed below.

According to Stats Insider, Álvaro Morata is the most likely player to score the first goal in Spain vs Japan.

Morata has a 22.0% chance of scoring the first goal at Khalifa International Stadium, while the Spain star has a 46.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.

Scroll down for the complete list of first and anytime goalscorer probabilities.

First Goal Scorer Probabilities

Spain

  • Álvaro Morata: 22.0% probability
  • Álvaro Morata: 20.8% probability
  • Ferran Torres: 17.1% probability
  • Pablo Sarabia: 16.8% probability
  • Ferran Torres: 13.6% probability

Japan

  • Yuki Soma: 13.3% probability
  • Ayase Ueda: 10.6% probability
  • Daichi Kamada: 10.5% probability
  • Takumi Minamino: 6.5% probability
  • Kaoru Mitoma: 6.4% probability

Anytime Goal Scorer Probabilities

Spain

  • Álvaro Morata: 46.6% probability
  • Álvaro Morata: 45.3% probability
  • Ferran Torres: 38.9% probability
  • Pablo Sarabia: 37.5% probability
  • Ferran Torres: 33.9% probability

Japan

  • Yuki Soma: 28.7% probability
  • Ayase Ueda: 24.5% probability
  • Daichi Kamada: 24.0% probability
  • Kaoru Mitoma: 17.7% probability
  • Takumi Minamino: 17.4% probability

Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting tips before the Spain vs Japan match at Khalifa International Stadium.

As always, check out our Value Summary to get the best tips for every World Cup 2022 game, plus a host of other sports that Stats Insider offers predictions on.

How to Watch Japan vs Spain World Cup 2022 in Australia

Friday's soccer World Cup action between Japan and Spain at Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar is scheduled to start at 6:00am AEDT on Friday.

  • Game: Japan vs Spain
  • Date: Friday 2 December 2022
  • Time: 6:00am AEDT
  • Channel: Live and free on SBS and SBS On Demand

All dates and times mentioned in this article are Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.

More About World Cup 2022

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Ryan Leaver

Ryan Leaver is a respected journalist and lifelong sports fan who is widely regarded as one of Australia's most trusted sources for accurate and up-to-date information across various sports. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism (Sport) from La Trobe University, which strengthens his credibility in the field. Ryan, who previously worked at Triple M, where he provided comprehensive coverage of the AFL and cricket, is renowned for his extensive knowledge and ability to deliver the latest insights.

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