- Date and Time: Wednesday, July 3, 02:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Q2 Stadium, Austin, USA
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Costa Rica
Costa Rica, the youngest team at the Copa America tournament, has had a mixed tournament. They opened their group stage campaign with an impressive 0-0 draw against pre-tournament favorites Brazil.
However, they couldn’t build on this result and suffered a 0-3 defeat against Colombia just days later.
The clash against Paraguay will be a litmus test for Costa Rica’s quality and level. After two matches, they currently sit third in Group D with one point. A win will take them to four points, potentially level with Brazil if Colombia wins the other fixture in the group.
Our match predictions show that Costa Rica faces an uphill task to make it out of the group. They need to make up a massive goal differential disadvantage: theirs is at -3, while Brazil’s is at +3. They need to bolster their potency in the final third to make an impact against Paraguay on Wednesday.
Paraguay
Paraguay are already out of the competition, given that the maximum number of points they can achieve in Group D is 3. This makes the clash against Costa Rica a dead rubber.
They suffered back-to-back defeats against Colombia and Brazil. The defeat against the Seleção was particularly lopsided, ending 4-1, with Andres Cubas being sent off in the 81st minute.
Paraguay will need to cope without the midfielder when they take on Costa Rica on Wednesday.
Despite their poor form, Paraguay have shown significant signs of individual quality. They have scored in both their group matches through strikes by Julio Enciso and Omar Alderete. Coupled with the presence of Newcastle’s Miguel Almiron, Paraguay have the attacking threat that is likely to push them past Costa Rica on Wednesday.
Bet hereCosta Rica vs Paraguay Prediction
- Pick: Paraguay to win
- Odds: 1.96 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Costa Rica 0-2 Paraguay
Costa Rica have shown significant struggles in the final third. Their attackers have not shown confidence or cutting edge.
Paraguay will be motivated to get a win before they exit the tournament. Their attackers have shown potency with goals in their opening two matches.
Our football bet predictions show that Paraguay are well-positioned to pose an attacking threat and get their first win in Group D.
Costa Rica vs Paraguay Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Total Under 2.5
- Odds: 1.57 (22Bet)
Costa Rica and Paraguay are not the most prolific teams at the 2024 Copa America. While Costa Rica has a minute chance of qualifying, Paraguay have already been eliminated. This sets up a unique dynamic and motivation for both sets of players ahead of the clash.
Based on these statistics, our football predictions analysis indicates that a combined two goals or less will be scored in this match.
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