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

Win or lose, La Albirroja’s exit is already confirmed.

Costa Rica and Paraguay – the bottom two teams of Group D in Copa America 2024 are all set to lock horns in their last group stage game. Costa Rica still have their dreams alive to go further in the competition, while Paraguay are already eliminated.

The Gustavo Alfaro-coached Costa Rica national football team surprised the world with their impressive performance in the first game of Copa America 2024 when they drew with the mighty Brazil. It is this performance which has kept them in the race for the quarter finals despite getting trampled by Colombia in the last game.

Paraguay on the other hand have had a below-par campaign. After narrowly losing to Colombia in the first one, they got humbled by Brazil in the second. The Daniel Garnero-led side would surely like to end their bitter campaign on a sweet note.

Kick-Off:

Wednesday, 3 July at 2:00 AM UK

Wednesday, 3 July at 6:30 AM IST

Location: Q2 Stadium, Austin, Texas

Form

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

Paraguay (in all competitions): L-L-W-L-D

Players to Watch:

Alvaro Zamora (Costa Rica)

Los Ticos will have huge expectations from this talented 22-year-old winger. The Aris Saloniki player was present in both the games of Copa America 2024, but hasn’t yet found the back of the net. Zamora can easily switch his wing position from one end to another and also play as a striker.

Goal contributions in a vital match like the Paraguay one can change Costa Rica’s fortunes in the competition. He hailed a decent impact in the game against Brazil but imposed minimal threat against Colombia.

Julio Enciso (Paraguay)

The prolific Brighton attacking midfielder has already scored in the ongoing Copa America. His side would be expecting him to do some wonders when they play their last game of the tournament. He can efficiently perform the functions of a False-9 too.

Match Facts:

• Costa Rica are yet to score a goal in Copa America 2024.
• In head-to-head, both teams have won three games each.
• Both teams haven’t won a game in Copa America 2024.

Costa Rica vs Paraguay: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Costa Rica to win this game – 4.00 odds with Bet365
• Tip 2: Over 2.5 goals in this game – 2.38 odds with Bet365
• Tip 3: Julio Enciso to score anytime – 10/3 odds with Bet365

Also read: Brazil vs Colombia Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Copa America 2024

Injury & Team News

Costa Rica will be abstained from the services of Spartak Moscow striker Manfred Ugalde. The rest of the squad seems to be available for selection in this vital cog.

Paraguay will also be missing the services of one player. Midfielder Andres Cubas will not be a part of the last game as he was sent off in the last match.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 9

Costa Rica wins – 3

Paraguay wins – 3

Draws – 3

Also read: Copa America 2024: Full fixtures, schedule, timing, telecast & live streaming details

Predicted Lineup

Costa Rica predicted lineup (3-4-2-1):

P. Sequeira (GK); Mitchell, Vargas, Calvo; Quiros, Galo, Brenes, Lassiter; Zamora, Campbell; Contreras

Paraguay predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Morinigo (GK); Velazquez, Balbuena, Alderete, Espinoza; Caballero, Villasanti; Bobadilla, Enciso, Sosa; Romero

Match Prediction for Costa Rica vs Paraguay

Costa Rica are expected to give their level best in this game as only a win will keep their thin hopes of quarter-finals alive. Given Paraguay’s poor form in the competition, Costa Rica are expected to win this one.

Prediction: Costa Rica 4-2 Paraguay

Telecast

UK: Premier Sports

USA: FOX Sports, TUDN

Australia: Optus Sports

India: TBD

Nigeria: Sportitalia

Canada: TSN, RDS

Also Read: Where and how to watch Copa America 2024 around the world?

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