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### Match Preview: USA vs. Japan – Handball World Championship (January 22, 2025)
#### Overview
The upcoming match between the USA and Japan in the Handball World Championship on January 22, 2025, promises to be an intriguing contest. After a series of challenging games, both teams look to build momentum as they head into this critical fixture.
#### Recent Form
**USA Handball:**
The USA has struggled in recent outings, entering this match on the back of three consecutive losses. They will be looking to turn their fortunes around as they play on home soil. The team will need to address their defensive weaknesses and improve their scoring efficiency to compete at a higher level.
**Japan Handball:**
Japan has had a slightly better run, winning only 1 of their last 5 matches. While their performance might not have been stellar, they managed to secure a win and will aim to capitalize on that momentum. Japan is known for its quick pace and agile play, which could pose problems for the American defense.
#### Odds and Predictions
The bookmakers have set the odds heavily in favor of Japan, with coefficients of 12.25 for the USA and an impressive 1.08 for Japan. The most likely outcome suggested by the bookmakers is a score of 25:32 in favor of Japan. This reflects Japan’s more consistent performance in recent times and their ability to navigate challenging matches effectively.
#### Key Players to Watch
– **USA:** The American side will need standout performances from their key players to have any chance of upsetting the odds. Look for their top goal scorer to step up and challenge Japan’s defense.
– **Japan:** Japan’s success often hinges on the performance of their playmakers and robust defense. Their leading scorer will undoubtedly play a crucial role in driving the team toward victory.
#### Strategic Insights
The USA will need to enhance their defensive organization and focus on ball control to limit turnovers. In contrast, Japan will likely rely on their speed and tactical execution, utilizing quick counter-attacks to exploit any gaps in the USA’s defense.
### Conclusion
With Japan favored to win, the match presents a golden opportunity for the USA to rediscover their form on home ground. Both teams will be looking to make a statement, and it will be interesting to see how they perform under pressure. Handball fans can expect an exciting match filled with fast-paced action and tactical battles on January 22, 2025.
| USA 7.7% | Draw 4.8% | Japan 87.5% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 25:32
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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11.5 | 21 | 1.07 |
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Facts
Standings
Final tournament
Group A
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Germany | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 95:79 | 6 |
| 2 | Switzerland | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 76:76 | 3 |
| 3 | Czech Republic | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 58:65 | 2 |
| 4 | Poland | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 75:84 | 1 |
Group B
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Denmark | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 118:63 | 6 |
| 2 | Italy | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 84:87 | 4 |
| 3 | Tunisia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 72:89 | 2 |
| 4 | Algeria | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 70:105 | 0 |
Group C
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 115:65 | 6 |
| 2 | Austria | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 92:87 | 4 |
| 3 | Qatar | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 70:87 | 2 |
| 4 | Kuwait | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 67:105 | 0 |
Group D
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Hungary | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 98:77 | 5 |
| 2 | Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 109:91 | 4 |
| 3 | North Macedonia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 88:84 | 3 |
| 4 | Guinea | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 61:104 | 0 |
Group E
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Portugal | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 91:75 | 6 |
| 2 | Brazil | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 86:80 | 4 |
| 3 | Norway | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 87:77 | 2 |
| 4 | USA | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 62:94 | 0 |
Group F
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Sweden | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 110:80 | 5 |
| 2 | Spain | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 99:71 | 5 |
| 3 | Chile | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 83:99 | 2 |
| 4 | Japan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 67:109 | 0 |
Group G
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Iceland | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 97:58 | 6 |
| 2 | Slovenia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 95:66 | 4 |
| 3 | Cape Verde | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 83:98 | 2 |
| 4 | Cuba | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 66:119 | 0 |
Group H
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Egypt | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 102:73 | 6 |
| 2 | Croatia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 93:68 | 4 |
| 3 | Argentina | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 69:97 | 2 |
| 4 | Bahrain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 71:97 | 0 |
Handball World Championship Outrights
1. Denmark: 1.57 (49.5%)
2. France: 3.75 (20.72%)
3. Germany: 14 (5.55%)
4. Sweden: 16 (4.86%)
5. Egypt: 19 (4.09%)
6. Iceland: 21 (3.7%)
7. Spain: 26 (2.99%)
8. Portugal: 26 (2.99%)
9. Croatia: 41 (1.9%)
10. Hungary: 67 (1.16%)
11. Slovenia: 81 (0.96%)
12. Norway: 126 (0.62%)
13. Brazil: 251 (0.31%)
14. Netherlands: 401 (0.19%)
15. Austria: 751 (0.1%)
16. Italy: 751 (0.1%)
17. North Macedonia: 1001 (0.08%)
18. Switzerland: 2001 (0.04%)
19. Czech Republic: 2001 (0.04%)
20. Cape Verde: 4001 (0.02%)
21. Tunisia: 4001 (0.02%)
22. Qatar: 4001 (0.02%)
23. Argentina: 4001 (0.02%)
24. Chile: 4001 (0.02%)
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