Key Stats & Insights
- In their last six meetings, both Costa Rica and Paraguay have won twice, with two matches ending in draws. The goal difference is 5-4 in favor of Paraguay.
- Four of the last five head-to-head encounters have seen under 2.5 goals scored.
Game Preview
Costa Rica Preview: Costa Rica looked to build on their promising draw against Brazil in their second match against Colombia. However, they struggled and succumbed to a 3-0 defeat. This result means they now need a victory in their final group game against Paraguay to advance.
Paraguay Preview: Paraguay faced a tough match against Brazil, trailing by three goals at halftime. Although Omar Alderete scored early in the second half to reduce the deficit, Brazil restored their lead and secured a 4-1 victory. Paraguay finished the match with ten men after Adrian Cubas received a red card.
Team Form and Performance
Costa Rica: Last 6 Competitive Games (LDWWDL)
- Costa Rica’s recent form has been inconsistent, with their latest game ending in a 3-0 loss to Colombia.
- They had 36% possession and no shots on target in that match, while Colombia managed 17 attempts with 5 on target.
- In five of their last six matches, both teams did not score (BTTS No).
Paraguay: Last 6 Competitive Games (LDLWLL)
- Paraguay has struggled recently, with only one win in their last six games.
- Their last match was a 4-1 defeat to Brazil, where they managed 45% possession and 6 shots on target.
- Paraguay has found it hard to score, netting only 2 goals in their last six matches.
Head-to-Head Records
- The last six encounters between these teams have been evenly matched, with each side winning twice and two draws.
- Their most recent match ended in a 0-0 draw.
- Paraguay has a slight edge with a 5-4 goal difference in these games.
Player Form and Availability
Costa Rica Likely Lineup (4-3-3):
- Goalkeeper: Patrick Sequeira
- Defenders: Francisco Calvo, Juan Pablo Vargas, Jeyland Mitchell, Haxzel Quiros
- Midfielders: Orlando Galo, Brandon Aguilera, Ariel Lassister
- Forwards: Warren Madrigal, Alvaro Zamora, Manfred Ugalde
Paraguay Likely Lineup (4-4-2):
- Goalkeeper: Rodrigo Morinigo
- Defenders: Gustavo Velazquez, Fabian Balbuena, Omar Alderete, Matias Espinoza
- Midfielders: Damian Bobadilla, Mathias Villasanti, Andres Cubas, Miguel Almiron
- Forwards: Julio Enciso, Alex Arce
Market Analysis (Odds)
- Paraguay is favored to win at odds of 2.10, implying a 48% chance of victory.
- Costa Rica is considered the outsider with odds of 3.75.
- Under 2.5 Goals is a popular bet, with expectations of a low-scoring game.
- The Both Teams to Score (BTTS) No option is priced at 1.70.
Predictions
Given the recent form and defensive records of both teams, itโs likely to be a tight, low-scoring affair. Paraguay is slightly favored to edge this match.
Prediction: Paraguay to win 1-0.
Betting Tip: Both Teams to Score No at odds of 1.70.