Copa América: Predictions Colombia vs Paraguay (06/24/24)

Colombia and Paraguay will play an even match to debut in this Copa América in the United States 2024. The Colombians arrive with a long undefeated record and as one of the favorites to star in the tournament. Meanwhile, the albirrojos are not convincing with their game and the results have not been very positive, so they will not have an easy time in a group that also includes Brazil and Costa Rica.

The coffee growers have accumulated 20 undefeated duels under the direction of their Argentine coach Néstor Lorenzo. They have overcome challenges in friendlies and Qualifiers matches with an impressive record of 15 wins and 5 draws, which has generated respect among the participating teams. In addition, they have the consolidation of Luis Díaz, a world star who plays for Liverpool. The historic James Rodríguez has also stood out in the preparatory friendlies, contributing significantly with a resounding 5-1 victory over the United States and a solid 3-0 victory against Bolivia.

The Paraguayans achieved a 1-0 victory in their last friendly against the weak Panama, but the game they show is not convincing. In a preparatory duel against Chile, they fell categorically 3-0. La Albirroja has not shown a significant evolution in its football, despite having new young stars like Enciso at Brighton Albion and a historic player like Miguel Almirón at Newcastle. This match is presented as key for their aspirations to advance to the round, considering that the group also includes the favorite to win the tournament, Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay.

• Colombia wins the match – odds 1.65 in bet365
• 2 or 3 goals in the match – odds 1.95 in bet365
• Luis Díaz will score at any time – odds 2.75 in bet365

All odds courtesy of bet365, correct at time of publication and subject to change

Colombia dances in the debut

This match seems to lean towards the team that has shown solidity in its last 20 games. Colombia has beaten big teams in both friendlies and official competitions, which has allowed them to accumulate an impressive unbeaten streak under the direction of Néstor Lorenzo.

Although players like Enciso and Almirón can represent attacking threats for Colombia, Paraguay faces significant challenges due to the lack of a consolidated team behind their offensive stars and clear tactical consistency under the direction of Daniel Garnero.

Lucho Díaz leads his teammates

Luis Díaz, the Liverpool striker, arrives at the 2024 Copa América in a great moment after an outstanding season in the Premier League and the Europa League. With 8 goals and 5 assists in the English league, in addition to 3 goals in European competitions, Díaz has established himself as a key figure under the direction of Jürgen Klopp.

His performance on the field makes him the main star of the Colombian team, where he is expected to be fundamental in the continental tournament. With his scoring ability and his previous experience in the Copa América, where he was a scorer alongside Lionel Messi in 2021 with 4 goals.