Uruguay vs Panama Predicted Lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Copa America 2024

La Celeste have an incredible H2H record against Panama

Copa America’s joint most successful team Uruguay are set to kick off their 46th Copa America when they face Panama in the Group C game of the tournament. This would be the second game of this group as USA & Bolivia would have just finished their clash when these two teams take on the field.

Marcelo Bielsa’s star-studded La Celeste side will aim to make it big in the campaign opener as they are in decent form & hail to be a much stronger side on paper. The game would turn out to be a golden opportunity for the Federico Valverde led squad to pump up their chances of qualifying for the next round as they target a record sixteenth title.

Panama on the other hand, coached by Denmark’s Thomas Christiansen will look to keep their defenses stronger while facing the likes of world-class strikers Suarez & Nunez and bank on counter-attacks to shock the formidable opponents.” The Canal Men” are having a subtle form & would love to thrive on the uncertainties of the beautiful game.

Kick-Off

Monday, 24 June at 6: 30 A.M. IST

Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida

Form:

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

Panama (in all competitions): L-W-W-L-L

Players to Watch:

Darwin Nunez (Uruguay)

The lethal Liverpool centre-forward will have all eyes on him in the campaign opener. The 24-year-old is expected to play the full game & gel-up with veteran Luis Suarez as the game progresses. He had an impressive season with Liverpool, scoring 18 goals & providing 13 assists.

The lethal striker has top-notch finishing skills & ability to penetrate any defense line in the world. Team members & fans will hope he not only scores but also assists a few in the game as he scored a hat trick against Mexico.

Amir Murillo (Panama)

The 28-year-old RB got to play in only a few Ligue 1 games for Marseille this season, but he displayed his quality in those limited opportunities only. His defensive skills & ability to move front during the counter-attacks will be of high value when facing the Copa America giants.

Murillo’s contribution to the national team has been immense; he has featured in 73 games while scoring eight & assisting seven goals. The player was out for a long time with a hamstring injury but is back playing full minutes.

Match Facts

• To date, Uruguay has won all their games against Panama.
• So far, the teams have faced each other only in international friendlies.
• Panama are yet to score a single goal against Uruguay.

Uruguay vs Panama: Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Uruguay to win this match – 1.30 odds with Bet365
• Tip 2: Darwin Nunez to score at any time – 4/5 with Bet365
• Tip3: Total goals under 2.5 – 2.05 odds with Bet365

Injury & Team News

Stalwarts Uruguay would be enjoying a full squad to choose their line-up from. Things would be a bit difficult for Panama as captain & star DM Anibal Godoy is said to be out with an injury. Carrasquilla would be burdened with the midfield leadership in his absence.

Head-to-Head

Total number of matches: 3

Uruguay win: 3

Panama win: 0

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

Predicted Lineups for Uruguay vs Panama

Uruguay predicted lineups (4-2-3-1)

Rochet; Nandez, Gimenez, Araujo, Olivera; Bentancur, Valverde; Pellistri, Rodriguez, De Arrascaeta; Nunez

Panama predicted lineups (3-4-2-1)

Mejia; I. Anderson, Cordoba, Miller; Murillo, Martinez, Carrasquilla, Davis; Barcenas, Diaz; Fajardo

Match Prediction for Uruguay vs Panama

Uruguay are clear favorites in this campaign opener, with the well-balanced & star-studded squad they hail. Panama on the other hand would like to stay defensive & compact to avoid damage & shock the opponent with counter-attacks, but chances are minimal.

Prediction: Uruguay 2-0 Panamá

Telecast Details

UK: Premier Sports

USA: FOX Sports, TUDN

Australia: Optus Sports

India: TBD

Nigeria: Sportitalia

Canada: TSN, RDS

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