Colombia vs Brazil: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :November 14, 2023 at 4:29 PM

Modified at :January 14, 2024 at 1:06 AM

The November international break is upon us

In the last World Cup qualifiers, Colombia missed out on the trip to Qatar, which was a big disappointment for a nation used to seeing its team among the best. Despite being unbeaten in the past 15 games with ten wins and five draws, Nestor Lorenzo’s team has had a streak of three consecutive draws recently in the CONMEBOL qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.

Up next, they face a Brazil side whose performances have been below expectations. After a 1-1 draw at home against Venezuela and a painful defeat in Uruguay, the Selecao is languishing in the standings. The team lacks chemistry and appears more like a group of individuals than cohesive players. Issues in the defence that surfaced during the World Cup in Qatar persist, and there’s a notable absence of playmakers who seem ready to step up in the absence of Neymar.

But as they prepare to face Colombia the Brazilians will make sure to keep their opponents at bay. If not, then the Colombians can leapfrog in the standings.

Kick-off

Thursday, 16th November 2023, 7 PM ET/ 4 PM PT

Friday, 17th November 2023, 12:00 AM GMT (5:30 AM IST)

Location: Estadio Metropolitano

Form

Colombia (in CONMEBOL qualifiers): W-D-D-D

Brazil (in CONMEBOL qualifiers): W-W-D-L

Players to watch for

Luis Diaz (Colombia)

Liverpool’s Colombian winger Luis Diaz is buzzing as both of his parents are released by the kidnappers. Now, in the squad to face Brazil Diaz will hope to make his mark in the all-important clash.

Rodrygo (Brazil)

The in-form Real Madrid’s Brazilian forward, Rodrygo Goes will look to step up. An opportunity to shine, and he will be willing to grab it. He has 2 goals so far in the qualifiers for the Selecao.

Match facts

Brazil remain unbeaten against Colombia in the last 5 games (D3- W2)
Colombia are unbeaten in the CONMEBOL 2026 World Cup qualifiers but have just won one game.

Injury and team news

Colombia’s team news:

Hernández joins Mosquera on Colombia’s team, making it two MLS players. The 22-year-old centre-back, on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers, debuted last month, coming in late against Uruguay and starting in a goalless draw with Ecuador. Cucho, Columbus’ No. 9 and record signing from Watford FC, eyes his first World Cup qualifiers. With two international goals against Costa Rica in 2018, he hopes to contribute more after a recent appearance in a January match against the United States.

Brazil’s team news:

Brazil, a five-time World Cup champion, faces challenges in the current qualifiers. A 2-0 loss to Uruguay and a surprising 1-1 tie with Venezuela in October raised concerns. Star striker Neymar’s left ACL rupture adds pressure, leaving Brazil without their top player for crucial matches against Colombia and Argentina on Nov. 21. Despite these setbacks, Brazil is in a three-way tie for second place in the Conmebol standings. They have an impressive record of never missing any of the previous 22 World Cups and are likely to secure a spot in 2026.

Head-to-head

Matches: 11

Colombia: 1

Brazil: 6

Draws: 4

Predicted lineup for Colombia vs Brazil

Colombia Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Montero; Mosquera, Cuesta, Sanchez, Machado; Uribe, Castano; Arias, Rodriguez, Diaz; Borre Maury

Brazil Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Alisson; Marquinhos, Bremer, Gabriel M., Augusto; Bruno G, Luiz; Rodrygo, Martinelli, Vinicius; Jesus

Match prediction for Colombia vs Brazil

The upcoming match in Barranquilla is a tough challenge for Selecao, as they’re currently struggling to find their form. And with the injuries at hand to Brazil, Colombia can take this to their advantage in front of the home crowd and win it.

Prediction: Colombia 2-1 Brazil

Telecast details

India: FanCode

UK: CONMEBOL TV

USA: Vix, Telemundo, Fubo, Fanatiz, Universo

Nigeria: FIFA+

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