It's a slow weekend for world football as the top leagues are on international break. But the UEFA Nations League continues into next week, and there are tons of international friendlies as teams gear up for the World Cup. In the UEFA Nations League, Portugal look to move into position for a possible Finals spot against the Czech Republic in League A. Scotland is trying to stay in the top spot in their League B group when they take on the Republic of Ireland. &# 39; '
Both Nations League matches are set to kick off at 2:45 p.m. ET on Saturday. The latest soccer odds from Caesars Sportsbook list Portugal as the -135 favorite on the 90-minute money line, with the Czech Republic the +340 underdog and a draw priced at +240. Scotland are +101 favorites, Ireland is priced at +270 and a draw is +200, according to Caesars. (For complete soccer coverage and more expert picks, check out our soccer analysis pages)'
There are many other matches, and each one offers numerous options for bettors to cash in. The paydays can be even bigger if you combine your favorite picks into a parlay. Before you make any soccer picks or parlays, you really have to see what soccer expert Jim Holliman has to say.
Holliman has been a writer and editor for nearly 25 years and grew up with soccer in his blood. He played competitvely through high school and has been following the game closely since the 1970's heyday of the North American Soccer League. His interest has expanded worldwide, and his betting approach is centered on crunching the numbers, but he sees the whole field and relies on his instinct.'