Dominican Republic vs Uzbekistan Prediction Olympic 2024

⚽ Olympic Football Games 2024 Match Preview

⏰ 30 July 2024 - 14:00 GMT +1

🏟 Stadium: Parc des Princes (Paris)

While the Dominican Republic made history by scoring their first-ever Olympic goal, they face a challenging path to the knockout stages after a 3-1 defeat to Spain. Los Quisqueyanos must secure a win against the already-eliminated Uzbekistan and hope for favorable results elsewhere to advance.

Despite the setback, Ibai Pérez's team showed promise against Spain, holding their own until a red card changed the game's dynamics. However, their offensive struggles are evident, having managed only four shots on target in two matches and scoring in just three of their last nine U23 games.

Uzbekistan, the first team eliminated from the competition, seeks to salvage pride in their Olympic debut. With consecutive losses to Spain and Egypt, the White Wolves aim to end their campaign on a high note. However, their recent form has been poor, with only one win in their last six U-23 matches (D1, L4).

Defensive improvements could be crucial for Uzbekistan, as they've failed to keep a clean sheet in their recent games. This match presents an opportunity for both teams to showcase their abilities and potentially end their Olympic journey positively.

Where to watch Dominican Republic vs Uzbekistan?

📺 Link to watch Dominican Republic vs Uzbekistan Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Ángel Montes de Oca (Dominican Republic): Potential threat from set-pieces, scorer of the country's first Olympic goal.
• Khusayin Norchaev (Uzbekistan): Key striker who scored three times at the U-23 Asian Cup, each in a win 'to nil'.

⚡Match Facts:

• Four of Uzbekistan's last five U-23 matches saw both teams score.
• The Dominican Republic has scored in only three of their last nine U23 matches.
• Uzbekistan reached the final of the 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup.

💡Prediction: Despite both teams struggling in the tournament, this match presents an opportunity for a competitive encounter. The Dominican Republic's historical goal-scoring moment could boost their confidence, while Uzbekistan's desire to end on a high note may lead to an open game. Expect both teams to find the net, with the Dominican Republic's slightly better form giving them a slight edge. However, Uzbekistan's experience from the AFC U-23 Asian Cup could prove valuable. A closely contested match ending in a draw seems likely, potentially 1-1 or 2-2, as both sides aim to conclude their Olympic campaigns with a positive result.

Betting Tips:

• Both teams to score
• Over 2.5 goals
• Draw result
• Ángel Montes de Oca to score anytime
• Khusayin Norchaev to score anytime
• Second half to have more goals