Serbia and Morocco meet in a friendly encounter on Friday evening, with the two 2018 World Cup finalists both hoping to keep up their strong runs of form with a positive result. The duo will go head-to-head on neutral territory in Italy, with little separating the duo ahead of kick-off.
International Friendly – Olimpico di Torino, Turin – Friday 23rd March – 19:30 UK Time
Serbia vs Morocco Match Preview
European side Serbia take on African giants Morocco later this week, with both nations hoping to keep up their unbeaten runs with a positive result at the Olimpico di Torino. Managers Mladen Krstajić and Hervé Renard will be looking to gain a tactical advantage for their side, little to choose between the duo ahead of kick-off. For those looking to place a bet on the clash, be sure to check out our top tip below. However, let’s start by taking a closer look at the two teams, starting with the home side.
Serbia Team News & Form
Serbia lost just once in order to finish top of their World Cup qualifying group, which was no mean feat in a group containing the likes of Wales, Austria and the Republic of Ireland. Manager Krstajić has named a hugely experienced squad for the clash with Morocco, with Southampton’s Dusan Tadic set to earn a 50th cap on Friday evening. Elsewhere, the likes of Nemanja Matic, Branislav Ivanovic and Captain Aleksandr Kolarov are among their most talented and recognisable players. Meanwhile, Red Star Belgrade defender Vujadin Savić could make his debut later this week.
Morocco Team News & Form
Morocco have a whole host of players from major European leagues available to them against Serbia, with Juventus defender Medhi Benatia, Ajax playmaker Hakim Ziyech and Southampton winger Sofiane Boufal among their biggest talents. Morocco defeated the Ivory Coast 2-0 last time around, extending their winning run to three matches. In fact, their last defeat came against the Netherlands back in May last year.
Serbia vs Morocco Head to Head
The two nations are yet to meet in a competitive fixture, meaning that no conclusions can be made when it comes to their head-to-head record.
Serbia vs Morocco Betting Odds and Predictions
Given their performances during World Cup qualifying and number of talented players, it comes as little surprise that it is Serbia who are the favourites for victory with the majority of bookmakers. Serbia can be backed for victory at odds of 1/2 with bookmaker William Hill, while Moroco are priced at 3/1 on the same platform. Meanwhile, a draw is available to back at best odds of 2/1 with Paddy Power. Elsewhere, it is well worth considering backing the likes of Aleksandar Mitrovic and Khalid Boutaïb to score during the 90 minutes, with both men having been on form in front of goal recently.
Serbia vs Morocco Betting Tip
However, our top betting tip for the match is to bet on there being under 2.5 goals during the 90 minutes in Italy, with odds of 6/5 available at William Hill.