Brazil vs Costa Rica prediction and betting tips - June 25, 2024

Prediction on game Both teams to score - No

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On Tuesday, June 25, in the first round of the group stage of Copa America 2024, Brazil will play against Costa Rica in Inglewood, California. Predictions and betting tips for this match have been prepared by the analysts at Dailysports.

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Brazil

“I’m not planning to watch any of the national team’s matches in the Copa America. They lack determination, joy, energy — they lack everything, even good play,” declared the legendary Ronaldinho ahead of the start of Copa America.

Ronaldinho's words sharply describe the state of the Brazilian national team. The five-time world champions had a dismal start in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, winning only 2 out of 6 matches and earning 7 points. Moreover, Brazil lost their last three qualification matches: against Argentina (0:1), Colombia (1:2), and Uruguay (0:2). As a result, the “Seleção” are in sixth place.

However, after these setbacks, Brazil played 4 very convincing friendly matches, defeating England (1:0) and Mexico (3:2), and drawing with Spain (3:3) and the USA (1:1).

Costa Rica

Costa Rica has traditionally been one of the strongest teams in the CONCACAF zone in recent decades. But currently, this team is going through tough times. A year ago at the CONCACAF Gold Cup, Costa Rica lost the top spot in the group to Panama and was eliminated by Mexico (0:2) in the quarterfinals. In the CONCACAF Nations League, which also served as a qualifier for Copa America, Costa Rica lost to Panama 1:4 and 0:3 in the quarterfinals but managed to beat Honduras in the playoffs.

Additionally, Costa Rica has already started the second round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. There, they easily defeated modest teams Saint Kitts and Nevis (4:0) and Grenada (3:0).

It's worth noting that a significant blow to the team is the absence of the most successful footballer in the country’s history. The legendary goalkeeper Keylor Navas announced his retirement from international football before Copa America.

Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history

• This match will be the 12th in history between Costa Rica and Brazil.
• In the previous 11 matches, Brazil has won 10 and lost only once.
• Costa Rica's only victory over Brazil was back in 1960.

Brazil vs Costa Rica prediction

Brazil is undoubtedly the clear favorite for this match. However, I expect this to be a very high-scoring game. I anticipate that Brazil will not only win but also keep a clean sheet. My bet is that only one team will score.

Prediction on game Both teams to score - No

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