Panama vs Costa Rica Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds
Expect a tight game here with a semifinal place at stake.
Panama are set to lock horns with Costa Rica in the second leg of the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal at the Estadio Rommel Fernández on Tuesday aiming to secure their place in the semifinal for the third consecutive campaign after securing a 1-0 lead in the first leg.
The hosts are favourites to head for the semi-final after taking a slight advantage from the first leg. Thomas Christiansen’s side bounced back to winning ways in doing so after losing three consecutive games. Panama have a wonderful record at home. With the home advantage in their favour, they can emerge victorious here and book their place in the semifinals.
Meanwhile, Costa Rica will have to be at their brilliant best to turn the tie here after suffering a narrow defeat in the first leg. Claudio Vivas’s side haven’t enjoyed great success in this competition after failing to reach the semifinal of the competition since 2019-20. Hopefully, they can win here and secure their place in the semifinal.
Kick-Off:
Tuesday, 19 November 2024 at 2:00 AM UK; 7:30 AM IST
Location: Estadio Rommel Fernández
Form:
Panama (in all competitions): W-L-L-L-W
Costa Rica (in all competitions): W-D-D-W-L
Players to Watch
Christian Martinez (Panama)
Christian Martinez has turned into a crucial player for Panama after delivering a string of impressive performances for them. Martinez is the architect of this team as he is the one who controls the tempo for them and also creates chances. He also does his defensive duties efficiently. With a 1-0 lead, he will be crucial in nullifying the visitors’ threat in this game.
Alonso Martinez (Costa Rica)
Alonso Martinez will have to be at his brilliant best to lead Costa Rica to a victory here. The New York City FC striker had undergone an impressive season scoring 18 goals from 34 appearances to emerge as one of the difference makers in the team. However, he has yet to score his first goal for the National team despite already making 18 appearances for them. Hopefully, his goals come in this crucial game.
Match Facts
- Panama secured a 1-0 victory over them in the first leg
- Costa Rica have scored only four goals in their last four games
- Panama are unbeaten in the last six games against their upcoming opponents
Panama vs Costa Rica: Betting tips and odds
- Tip 1: Match to end with goals under 3.5– 15/2 with sky bet
- Tip 2: Panama to win this game – 21/10 with William HILL
- Tip 3: Costa Rica to score the first goal– 8/11 with bet365
Injury & Team News
Panama have a fully fit squad to choose from. They will likely stick to the same eleven that put a dominant display in the first leg.
Meanwhile, Costa Rica have one injury concern in their squad as Alvaro Zamora remains sidelined after suffering from a leg injury.
Head to Head
Total Matches – 22
Panama – 12
Costa Rica– 5
Draws – 5
Predicted Lineup
Panama predicted lineup (4-3-3):
Mosquera (GK); Escobar, Farina, Cordoba, Blackman; Murillo, Martinez, Carrasquilla; Rodriguez, Fajardo, Barcenas
Costa Rica predicted lineup (4-4-2):
Sequeira (GK); Mitchell, Cascante, J. Vargas, Calvo; K.Vargas, Aguilera, Brenes, Madrigal; Ugalde, Martinez
Match Prediction for Panama vs Costa Rica
We have an exciting game on our horizon as both teams aim to book their place in the semi-final. Panama will fancy their chances here given the lead they have from the first leg and their recent record against Costa Rica highlighting their dominance even more. Our prediction –
Prediction: Panama 2-1 Costa Rica
Telecast for Panama vs Costa Rica
India – TBD
Costa Rica– Teletica En Vivo
US – Paramount+
Panama – TVN2 Panama
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