The first round of the 2025 Club World Cup features this intriguing clash between Argentina’s River Plate and Japan’s Urawa Reds.

Let’s analyze the statistics and odds to identify the most interesting bets ahead of the Group E clash between River Plate and Urawa Reds in the revamped FIFA Club World Cup.

Betting tips for River Plate vs. Urawa Reds, Tuesday, June 17, at 9:00 p.m.

River Plate to win – odds of 1.60 on bet365, 1.57 on and 1.57 on GoldBet

River Plate to score first – odds of 1.61 on bet365

Franco Mastantuono to score or provide an assist – odds of 1.91 on bet365

Odds courtesy of bet365, Plametwin365 and GoldBet. Correct at the time of publication and subject to change.

River Plate favored to win

River Plate, reigning champions of the Argentine Primera División, start as favorites in their clash with Japanese side Urawa Reds. Neither team is in the best of form going into the match, but both know that this is a valuable opportunity to pick up points and gain momentum in the tournament. Looking at the overall quality of the squad and international experience, River therefore starts a step ahead, and we can see why.

The main reason is that River Plate plays in a stronger league and, in previous editions of the Club World Cup, has beaten two Japanese teams: 1-0 against Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 2015 and 4-0 against Kashima Antlers in 2018.

In short, considering River Plate’s recent results and overall strength, it is reasonable to expect them to come out on top again this time.

Tip: River Plate to win – odds 1.60 on bet365, 1.57 on and 1.57 on GoldBet

Explanation of the bet: this bet wins if River Plate wins the match.

River Plate can start strong again this time

The numbers say that this match promises goals. In four of Urawa Reds’ last five outings, there have been more than 2.5 goals, while in four of River Plate’s last six wins, the Argentines have triumphed by at least three goals. In addition, eight of River’s last ten games have ended with both teams scoring — the same has happened in five of Urawa’s last six games.

Among all these statistics, one stands out: River Plate has scored first in six of its last seven games. The odds for “first team to score” are 1.61 — less attractive in terms of return than the 2.00 odds for “both teams to score.” However, considering the technical superiority of the Argentines, it is more realistic to expect them to dictate the pace and break the deadlock. In previous Club World Cup matches against Japanese teams, River have already shown that they know how to close out games quickly.

Tip: River Plate to score first – 1.61 at bet365

Bet explanation: This bet wins if River Plate scores the first goal of the match.

Real Madrid’s future star wants to make his mark

The transfer window is already open (June 1–10) and some deals have been made official. Among them is Franco Mastantuono: the young Argentine talent will play his last games with River Plate before moving to Real Madrid in August.

In recent weeks, Mastantuono has shown all his quality, scoring five goals and providing four assists in nine appearances. If River Plate finds the back of the net, it is very likely that the 2007-born player will have a hand in it. The odds of 1.91 on bet365 for him to score or provide an assist look very interesting.

Tip: Franco Mastantuono to score or provide an assist – 1.91 on bet365, not available on Planetwin365 and GoldBet

Explanation of the bet: this bet wins if Franco Mastantuono scores or provides an assist during the match.

River Plate – Urawa Reds odds

River Plate to win – 1.60 on bet365, 1.57 on and 1.57 on GoldBet

Draw – 3.90 on bet365, 3.85 on and 3.85 on GoldBet

Urawa Reds to win – odds of 5.50 on bet365, 5.50 on and 5.50 on GoldBet

The odds, correct at the time of publication, may be subject to change.

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