Colombia vs Costa Rica Prediction Copa América 2024
⚽ Football Copa América 2024 Match Preview
⏰ 28 June 2024 - 23:00 GMT +1
🏟 Stadium: State Farm Stadium (Glendale, AZ)
Colombia began their 2024 Copa América campaign with a 2-1 victory over Paraguay, extending their unbeaten streak to an impressive 24 matches (W19, D5). A win against Costa Rica would mark their first-ever run of ten consecutive victories and secure their place in a sixth straight Copa América quarter-final.
The Colombian fanbase is optimistic, given their team's dominance in recent encounters with Costa Rica, winning eight of their last nine meetings, including a 2-0 victory in the 2004 Copa América quarter-final. Manager Néstor Lorenzo hopes for better playing conditions in Arizona after criticizing the pitch quality in Houston during their match against Paraguay.
Costa Rica, however, could pose a challenge if Colombia isn't at their best. Los Ticos surprised many by holding Brazil to a 0-0 draw in their opening match, breaking a streak of nine consecutive H2H losses. Despite having only 30% possession and facing 19 shots, Costa Rica's young squad displayed remarkable resilience.
A positive result against Colombia would see Costa Rica avoid defeat in their first two Copa América matches for the first time since 2004, when they reached the quarter-finals. Achieving a third-ever quarter-final appearance would be a significant accomplishment for a team currently ranked outside the top 50 in FIFA rankings.
Where to watch?
📺 Colombia - Costa Rica Live Stream on TV
📋Players to watch: Jhon Arias (Colombia) - Scored in all three of Colombia's recent friendlies, with two goals coming within the first ten minutes Orlando Galo (Costa Rica) - Scored twice in Costa Rica's recent 4-0 win over Saint Kitts and Nevis, with all three of his international goals coming in 2024
⚡Match Facts:
- Colombia is unbeaten in their last 24 matches (W19, D5)
- Colombia has won eight of their last nine meetings with Costa Rica
- Costa Rica held Brazil to a 0-0 draw in their opening match
- Colombia's last five goals have all been scored in the first half
💡Prediction: This match presents an intriguing clash between Colombia's impressive form and Costa Rica's newfound resilience. Colombia's attacking prowess and recent dominance over Costa Rica make them favorites, but Los Ticos' defensive display against Brazil cannot be overlooked. Expect Colombia to control possession and create numerous chances, particularly in the first half. Costa Rica will likely adopt a defensive strategy, looking to frustrate Colombia and strike on the counter. While Costa Rica may put up a strong fight, Colombia's quality should prevail. A 2-0 victory for Colombia seems probable, with Jhon Arias potentially continuing his scoring form.
Betting Tips:
- Colombia to win
- Under 2.5 goals
- Colombia to score in the first half
- Jhon Arias to score anytime
- Both teams to score - No
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