Brazil vs Colombia Predictions and Match Preview

Brazil vs Colombia Prediction

Brazil are predicted to secure a slim win over Colombia since they are unbeaten against them in 7 of their last 8 head–to–head meetings. The two South American heavyweights met in the final round of Copa America Group D fixtures in a game that will decide who tops the group.

Colombia have already qualified and a draw would be enough for them to top the group. Brazil have four points and will qualify if they avoid defeat, although even if they were to lose Costa Rica would need a six-goal swing to condemn them to an improbable early exit.

• Brazil are unbeaten in their last six matches with three of those games ending in draws.
• Colombia haven’t lost any of their last six games across all competitions.
• Colombia have won all of their last 10 games across all competitions.
• Colombia’s last defeat in all competitions came on February 2, 2022 against Argentina at the 2022 World Cup.
• Colombia defeated Brazil 2-1 in their last head-to-head meetings.
• Both teams have scored in four of Brazil’s last five fixtures.
• Three of Colombia’s last five outings have ended with both teams scoring.

There will be fireworks when Brazil and Colombia face each other in this highly anticipated Group D game. Brazil quickly bounced back from a shocking goalless draw with Costa Rica, with the team rolling over Paraguay 4-1 in their second group game.

They would advance to the quarterfinals with a draw, but an excellent performance against Colombia is a must as they look to build momentum ahead of the knockouts

Colombia, on the other hand, aims to keep its 100% record at 2024 Copa America intact, but beating the South American giants at Levi’s Stadium is easier said than done.

They head into the match with a two-point lead over the Brazilians, so even a draw would assure Colombia of the top spot in the group.

Brazil Team News

We expect Brazil to name the same starting XI featured in their last game against Paraguay. Vinicius Junior, who scored a brace against Paraguay, is expected to lead the attack on the night.

Brazil Predicted Line-up (4-2-3-1 Formation)

Alisson; Danilo, Militao, Marquinhos, Arana; Guimaraes, Luiz; Raphinha, Paqueta, Rodrygo; Vinicius Junior.

Colombia team news

Colombia is still expected to be without Jhon Lucumí who was replaced by Yerry Mina against Paraguay. James Rodriguez became the first player in the tournament’s history to bag two assists in a single group-stage game. Camilo Vargas is also expected in goal. No major injury concerns or suspensions to deal with for the Colombia camp.

Colombia Predicted Line-up (4-3-3 Formation)

Vargas; Munoz, Sanchez, Mina, Mojica; Rios, Lerma, Arias; Rodriguez, Duran, Diaz.

Battle of South America Superstars

The Brazilians may look to keep Real Madrid forward, Vinicius Junior on the bench, as he and his club teammate Eder Militao and Wendell are among the players on a yellow card and in danger of being suspended. Vinicius has been instrumental to Brazil as he notched a first-half brace on Friday, giving him five with the national team.

There were concerns about Colombian captain James Rodriguez, who was taken off with fewer than 20 minutes remaining on Friday, but Lorenzo says it was only as a precaution. On match day two, Luis Diaz converted an opening-half penalty, the 13th for the Liverpool man with the national team, while Cordoba and Davinson Sánchez scored the other goals.

Vinicius Junior and Luis Diaz had a good season at club level and have both started well for their national teams in the USA, so they both stand out as potential anytime scorers.

Brazil with a point to prove

Brazil are the favorites to win here but they are facing a Colombia side in incredible form.

Colombia have won their last 10 games, a streak that started with a 2-1 win over Brazil, and are unbeaten in 25–games stretching back to early 2022.

As such, we are backing Brazil to win, with both teams to score as there have been goals at both ends in four of Brazil’s last five games and they have scored 12 goals themselves across their last six.

Both teams have scored in three of Colombia’s last five and they have also been in fine scoring form with 17 goals in their last six games.

Brazil’s need may be greater but Colombia’s form is hard to ignore, so a 2-1 win for Brazil looks worth the risk as our correct score bet.

Liverpool forward Luis Diaz has two goals and an assist in three games in the competition and will be on spot-kick duties for Colombia, so he stands out as a potential anytime scorer. Same as Vinicius Junior who has two goals in two matches for Brazil in Copa America.

Liam Foster- June 30, 2024

Brazil vs Colombia Betting Tips

Brazil to win & Over 2.5 goals

OK

3.10 Odds

Correct Score: Brazil 2-1

OK

9.60 Odds