Colombia vs Costa Rica Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Copa America 2024

Colombia continued their brilliant run of form with a victory in the last match

Colombia are probably one of the most infirm sides in the competition after collecting their eighth consecutive win in the last match. They are yet to lose a match in the last 23 matches which is an impressive record for them. Nestor Lorenzo’s side secured a 2-1 victory in the opening match. James Rodriguez played his part in the match after providing two assists to help them win. A win here will see them progress to the next round. 

Costa Rica put on a resilient display in the last match against Brazil to start their tournament with a draw. It was a complete team effort from them to nullify the threat possessed by them. Brazil attempted 19 shots against them in the last match but couldn’t only hit three on target. The defense didn’t allow their attacker to have any clear-cut chances. However, they will have to improve their attacking display after failing to register a single shot on target in the last match. 

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 29 June at 3:30 AM IST

Location- University of Phoenix Stadium

Form:

Colombia (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Costa Rica (in all competitions): L-D-W-W-D

Player to Watch

James Rodriguez (Colombia) 

James Rodriguez has made an impressive start to the tournament after delivering a player-of-the-match performance against Paraguay. He provided two assists to help the team secure a crucial win. Rodriguez looked sharp in the game as he created three chances for his teammates while also attempting two shots. He also helped the team by doing defensive duties by making 5 recoveries and an interception. 

Patrick Sequeira (Costa Rica) 

The Lugo goalkeeper had a wonderful game against Brazil as he made some wonderful saves to prevent them from scoring a goal. He deservedly kept a clean sheet in the last match. Sequeira is a calm and composed goalkeeper who makes him big in one-on-one situations. He also helps the team in set pieces as his tall physique helps him to claim high balls effectively. However, he would have to improve his passing after having just a 43% passing accuracy which is a poor record for a goalkeeper. 

Match Facts

• Colombia have won their last 8 consecutive matches
• Costa Rica played a goalless draw against Brazil in the last match
• Colombia and Costa Rica have not drawn any of their last 4 matches against each other

Colombia vs Costa Rica: Betting tips and odds

Tip 1: Colombia to win this match: 4/11 with bet365

Tip 2: Both teams to score- 11/8 with sky bet

Tip 3: Total goals under 3.5- 1/3 with William HILL

Injury and Team News 

Colombia will miss Jhon Lucumi for this match after he suffered a knock in the last match. Yerry Mina will keep his place in the side after putting up a good show in the last match. 

Costa Rica on the other hand, have a fully fit squad to choose from. There are no injury concerns reported in the camp at the moment. 

Head-to-Head 

Total Matches- 4

Colombia- 3

Costa Rica- 1

Draw- 0

Predicted Lineup for Colombia vs Costa Rica

Colombia Predicted lineup (4-4-2):

Vargas; Munoz, Sanchez, Mina, Mojica; Rios, Lerma, Arias, Rodriguez; Duran, Diaz

Costa Rica Predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Sequeira; Quiros, Mitchell, Vargas, Calvo, Lassiter;Galo, Bran, Aguilera; Zamora, Ugalde

Match Prediction for Colombia vs Costa Rica

Colombia are on an excellent run of form heading into this match after winning eight consecutive matches in a row. Costa Rica on the other hand put on a defensive masterclass in the last match to secure a crucial point. However, they will have another tough day in the office as Colombia remain the favourites here. 

Prediction: Colombia 2-1 Costa Rica

Telecast for Colombia vs Costa Rica

UK: Premier Sports

USA: FOX Sports, TUDN

Australia: Optus Sports

 India: TBD

Nigeria: Sportitalia

Canada: TSN, RDS

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