2014 World Cup Free Picks: Switzerland vs. France

3 p.m., Friday, June 20 – Arena Fonte Nova, Salvador (ESPN)

Match Betting Lines

France are -110 favorites as they face top seed Switzerland. The Swiss are +360 in this match while the draw can be had for +280. The total for this match between these two sides is 2.5 goals.

Switzerland

The Swiss capped off their second half comeback against Ecuador with a stoppage time winner in thrilling fashion. If they fall behind against the talents of the French, they’ll be hard pressed to execute another come-from-behind victory.

France

Didier Deschamps’ France team showed why they are the favorites to win the group, dominating Honduras 3-0 in their World Cup opener. Unlike French teams of recent years and under former managers, this unit played as one and looked very dangerous. So many playmakers are at this team’s disposal.

Match Analysis

France and Switzerland are going to go for the jugular to win the group in this match. And I think that plays into the hands of a more talented France outfit. Karim Benzema netted twice in the first match and his confidence will continue to soar atop France’s formation.

Key Injuries, Suspensions, Yellow Cards

Both teams should see the same starting XI for their respective squads.

Josh’s Pick

France is going to be a player in this World Cup. One win now becomes two as Les Blues again find their attacking groove and put the ball in the back of the net several times to best the Swiss and all but take the top spot in the group.

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