Ecuador 3-1 Jamaica Highlights | Copa America 2024

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The Copa America 2024 has already begun and all the teams have played their initial matches of the group stage. In Group B, Ecuador will be facing their opponents Jamaica and this will be the second match for both teams.

Both Ecuador and Jamaica have lost their initial matches against Venezuela and Mexico respectively. This will be the most crucial match for both, as they will be looking forward to avoid early elimination from the tournament at this point in time.

Jamaica were unable to score any goal against their previous opponents Mexico and on the other hand, Ecuador received a red against Venezuela, which led to their defeat. Looking at the past performances of both these teams, then it can be seen that both teams have given mixed results in terms of wins, losses and draws.

If we see the overall stats and quality then it’s difficult to choose any one team over the other, but still, Ecuador have got an edge over their opponents.

Players to Watch

Jeremy Sarmiento (Ecuador)

Jeremy Sarmiento, a 22-years-old attacking midfielder is one of the best young players in the Ecuador team. In the previous game, he was the one who managed to score against Venezuela. Sarmiento represents a Premier League club, Brighton & Hove Albion FC and had a considerable 2023-24 season with his club. He is the one whom opposition defenders should keep in sight. 

Shamar Nicholson (Jamaica)

Shamar Nicholson is a 27-year-old footballer, who plays as a forward for his team. He has scored on many important occasions for his national team. In the World Cup qualifiers, 2024-25, he scored thrice in two games.

Nicholson plays for Clermont Foot 63, a club which competes in Ligue 2. In 26 appearances, he managed to score four goals and assisted thrice. He can be the one to create problems for the Ecuador defenders. 

Match Facts

• In the last 15 International matches played, both the teams have lost an equal amount of four matches. 
• The last time, when these two teams met each other as opponents was back in 2018 and Ecuador secured a comfortable 2-0 win. 
• Talking about their FIFA rankings, Ecuador are around 23 spots ahead at the 30th position.

Ecuador vs Jamaica: Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Ecuador to win the match – 8/15 with Bet365
• Tip 2: Both teams to score the goals – 6/5 with Bet365
• Tip 3: Match will end with goals under 3.5 – 1/4 with Bet365

Also read: Top five midfielders to watch out for at Copa America 2024

Injury and Team News

In the Ecuador side, Enner Valencia, a striker will be missing this Copa America match, as he received a red card against Venezuela. Jeremy Sarmiento and Kendry Paez will be part of the team, but they will have to play with decency since they both received yellow in their previous game. 

In Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side, Shamar Nicholson, their top scorer, will be part of the playing eleven. Since Andre Blake, the captain is injured Jahmali

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