• Home
  • Football
timer

This preview has expired.

See all our latest betting tips or suggested betting sites

Australia vs Curacao Betting Tips & International Friendly Preview - Socceroos to win to nil

andrew-hendrie
Editor
Last updated: Mon 30 Mar 2026 10:30
Australia is set to face Curacao in their first-ever meeting, aiming to replicate their recent 1-0 victory over Cameroon by securing another win to nil. Despite a lackluster performance, the Socceroos emerged victorious thanks to a late goal. Australia's squad may see new faces as they prepare further for the World Cup. Meanwhile, Curacao, ranked 82nd globally, will seek to improve after a 2-0 defeat to China, showcasing talents like Tahith Chong and Leandro Bacuna in their lineup. A routine win for Australia is predicted.
Andrew Hendrie 30 Mar 2026
Share this article
Or copy link
  • Australia secured a 1-0 win over Cameroon; faces Curacao next
  • Socceroos tipped for another win to nil against Curacao
  • Curacao struggles in friendlies, losing 7 of last 12 matches
Expired
Socceroos
Riley McGree of Australia (Photo by Getty Images)


Australia vs Curacao Preview


Australia edged Cameroon 1-0 in the FIFA Series last week and can pick up another similar victory against Curacao. The Socceroos should record another clean sheet and can win to nil.
  • 5 of Australia's last 7 wins have been to nil
  • Curacao's last 4 defeats outside of their region have been to nil
  • Curacao have conceded exactly 2 goals in their last 5 defeats

Australia vs Curacao Head To Head

This will be the first ever meeting between the two nations.

Australia Continue World Cup Preparations

It wasn't a great performance by any means, but the Socceroos got the job done against Cameroon in Sydney last Friday night.

Once again, Australia looked slow, flat and devoid of any attacking creativity for the bulk of the contest as Tony Popovic set up with another 'not to lose' mentality, which is questionable stuff in a friendly that means nothing.

Nevertheless, the Socceroos dug out a lacklustre victory as star defender Jordy Bos scored in the 85th minute after some good lead-up work from substitute Paul Okon-Engstler.

Emerging defender Lucas Herrington enjoyed an encouraging debut, with the 18-year-old completing 60 of 64 attempted passes and making a couple of crucial clearances.

Australia Team News

It will be interesting to see who gets some game time for this clash.

Ante Suto might be a chance to earn a Socceroos debut after Deni Juric started against Cameroon.

Alexander Robertson has also got to be a chance for some minutes after he was an unused substitute on Friday.

Curacao Struggling In Friendlies

Curuaco completed a fairytale World Cup qualifying campaign to secure a spot at this year's showpiece for the first time in their history.

The Blue Wave went unbeaten across their 10 games in two preliminary rounds, only needing a 0-0 draw with Jamaica to stamp their ticket to this year's World Cup. Their reward is a place in Group E alongside Germany, Ecuador and Ivory Coast.

Fred Rutten's side are currently ranked No. 82 in the world and played their first match since that successful qualifying campaign last week, going down 2-0 to China.

The Caribbean side have now lost seven of their last 12 friendly matches.

Curacao Team News

Manchester United academy graduate Tahith Chong should be in line for a start after coming off the bench against China.

Captain Leandro Bacuna and his brother Juninho have both played in the English Premier League, while defender Cuco Martina has also spent time at Everton and Southampton.

Verdict

The Socceroos are tipped for a routine win to nil over Curacao
Best Bet1: Australia Win To Nil @20/21 at Hollywood bets - 3 Units
Best Bet2: Australia 2-0 Correct Score @5/1 at bet365 - 1 Unit
Australia
Win To Nil
@20/21 - 3 Units
£30 Free Bet
Use promo code NEWBONUS

Claim £30 free bet & 20 Free Spins. Use the promo code NEWBONUS. New Hollywoodbets account holders. 18 years or older. United Kingdom residents only. T&Cs apply.

Bet at Hollywood bets
Australia 2-0
Correct Score
@5/1 - 1 Unit
Bet £10 Get £30
with bonus code NEWBONUS

Available to new customers only. Make a qualifying deposit of £5 or more and claim the offer within 30 days of registering your account to qualify for 300% of that amount in Bet Credits, up to a maximum of £30 in Bet Credits. Once released, your Bet Credits will be held in your account balance and are non-withdrawable. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Registration required. Time limits and T&Cs apply. The bonus code NEWBONUS can be used during registration but does not change the offer amount in any way. #ad

Bet at bet365

Top Betting Sites

special-offer-1Betting offers

Upcoming Events

31 Mar 2026

Australia v Curacao