As we gear up for the Paris Olympics quarterfinals, all eyes are on controversial Team Canada and their clash with Germany.
This game, at the Orange Velodrome in Marseille, should be a nail-biter, with defending champions Canada going head-to-head with the always formidable German club.
Canada vs. Germany Quarterfinal Betting
If you’re looking to place a bet, the odds give a slight edge to Germany. They’re listed at around +110, so they’re the favourites, but not by a landslide.
On the flip side, Canada is at +200, making them the underdogs with a good shot at pulling off an upset. A draw stands at +275 as of this writing.
Team Canada
Canada comes into this match with a lot of momentum and just as much controversy. The defending champs are on a 10-game Olympic winning streak, and they’ve had to navigate a tricky situation after a drone spying scandal led to a six-point deduction and the suspension of their head coach, Bev Priestman. Despite these setbacks, the team, now led by assistant coach Andy Spence, has shown impressive resilience.
Key players like Jessie Fleming have been stepping up big time, especially after the legendary Christine Sinclair retired. Fleming’s leadership under pressure, along with Vanessa Gilles’ clutch goal against Colombia, have been crucial for Canada. They’re known for their rock-solid defence, especially in the second half, where they haven’t conceded a goal yet.
“A lot has been taken away from us as players,” said Gilles about their approach to the games since Dronegate. “The one thing that we can control, the one thing that is in our grasp is the pitch. That’s something they can’t take away from us.”
Team Germany
After missing out on the Tokyo Games, Germany is back with a vengeance. They’ve got a potent attack, scoring eight goals in three group stage games, including a 4-1 thrashing of Zambia. However, they did suffer a 4-1 loss to the United States, exposing their weaknesses on defence.
Lea Schüller has been one to watch, with three goals already in the tournament. Germany’s known for their technical skills and tactical flexibility, which makes them dangerous against any opponent, but they’ve had their ups and downs, so consistency will be key if they want to get past a determined Canadian side. They’re certainly not taking Saturday’s matchup lightly, especially given the Canadians’ knack for pulling off big wins.
Canada vs. Germany Quarterfinal Prediction
Canada 1, Germany 1
