Spain and England battle Sunday in the 2023 Women's World Cup final in a matchup of first-time finalists. Spain have never finished higher than 12th at a FIFA World Cup event, reaching the Round of 16 in 2019 in France. England, meanwhile, placed third in 2015 in Canada and fourth in 2019. The Lionesses have outscored their 2023 World Cup opponents 13-3, while the La Roja hold a 17-7 edge in goals over their foes.
Kickoff from Stadium Australia is set for 6 a.m. ET. Spain are listed at +165 (risk $100 to win $165) on the 90-minute money line, while England are +190. A 90-minute draw would return +195 and the over/under for total goals is 1.5 in the latest Spain vs. England odds. Spain are -120 to lift the trophy, while England are -105. Before locking in any England vs. Spain picks, you need to see what proven SportsLine soccer expert Brandt Sutton has to say.
Sutton, a former collegiate soccer player, has been SportsLine's top soccer editor for nearly five years. He has followed soccer closely for much longer and factors in managerial tactics, projected lineups and past performances to make the most informed decisions possible, keeping his finger on the pulse of the game all over the globe. He finished 2022 as SportsLine's top soccer expert with a 165-130-2 mark, returning nearly $2,200 for $100 players.
Now, Sutton has broken down England vs. Spain from every angle and just revealed his Women's World Cup picks and predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see Sutton's picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for Spain vs. England:
- England vs. Spain spread: Spain -0.5 (+160), England +0.5 (-210)
- England vs. Spain over/under: 1.5 goals (Over -200, Under +150)
- England vs. Spain 90-minute money line: Spain +165, England +190, Draw +195
- England vs. Spain to lift the trophy: Spain -120, England -105
- SPA: La Roja have gone 12-2 since the start of the year
- ENG: The Lionesses have outscored World Cup opponents 13-3
- England vs. Spain picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why you should back Spain
Forward Alba Redondo is a big part of the offense, scoring three goals and adding an assist in three World Cup matches. In a 5-0 group stage win over Zambia on July 26, Redondo scored two goals on four shots, all on target. The 26-year-old also had a goal and an assist in a 5-1 win over Switzerland on Aug. 5 in the Round of 16. In that match, she took four shots with two on target.
Another thorn in opposing defenses is 19-year-old forward Salma Paralluelo. She has two goals and an assist in six appearances at the World Cup. In Tuesday's semifinal win over Sweden, she scored a goal on four shots, including one on target. She also scored in the quarterfinal victory over the Netherlands on two shots, with one on target. See which team to back here.
Why you should back England
Forward Alessia Russo has scored in each of the last two matches and in three of the last four. In the semifinal win over Australia, she scored a goal on five shots, with one on target. She also scored a goal in a 2-1 quarterfinal win over Colombia. The 24-year-old took three shots, all on target, in that match. Her other goal was in the group stage victory over China.
Forward Rachel Daly provides a veteran presence and has scored a goal and an assist in the tournament. She recorded an assist against Denmark in a 1-0 victory on July 28, and scored her goal in a 6-1 triumph over China. In six appearances, including five starts, she has registered 11 shots, including six on target. In 75 career international appearances, Daly has scored 14 goals for the English. See which team to pick here.
How to make Spain vs. England picks
Sutton has taken a detailed look at the England vs. Spain match and is leaning Over on the goal total. He has also locked in three confident best bets, including two that pay plus money, while offering a full breakdown of this Women's World Cup Final. He's only sharing his Women's World Cup picks and analysis at SportsLine.
So who wins Spain vs. England on Sunday, and where does all the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see the best bets for England vs. Spain, all from SportsLine's top soccer expert who compiled a 165-130-2 mark in 2022, returning nearly $2,200 for $100 players.
