Colombia vs Costa Rica prediction and betting tips - June 29, 2024
Dillan George
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
On Saturday, June 29, in the second round of the Copa América 2024 group stage, Colombia will face Costa Rica in Arizona. Predictions and betting tips for this match have been prepared by the analysts at Dailysports.
Colombia
Currently, the Colombian national team is undoubtedly one of the strongest in South America. In the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, Colombia remains unbeaten in 6 matches, securing 3 victories. With 12 points, Néstor Lorenzo's team is in third place in the qualifiers.
Colombia started their Copa América campaign with a confident 2-1 victory over Paraguay. The standout player was the legendary James Rodríguez, who, despite being far from his prime, provided two assists. Colombia leads their group, and a win over Costa Rica could guarantee their place in the quarter-finals.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica pulled off the biggest surprise of the first round of Copa América 2024. Gustavo Alfaro's team managed to draw against Brazil for the first time in their history. The Costa Ricans played almost perfectly in defense, with their goalkeeper Patrick Sequeira, who replaced the retired Keylor Navas, being named the man of the match. Several of Sequeira's saves were truly remarkable. Previously, Costa Rica had lost 9 consecutive matches to Brazil.
Given this performance, Costa Rica is now a genuine contender for a playoff spot, something that seemed improbable before the tournament.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- This match will be the 12th encounter between Colombia and Costa Rica.
- Colombia has won 9 out of the previous 11 matches, with Costa Rica winning twice.
- At Copa América 2016, Costa Rica achieved a surprising 3-2 victory over Colombia.
- Colombia is unbeaten in their last 24 matches, including friendlies.
Colombia vs Costa Rica prediction
Costa Rica has demonstrated their defensive prowess time and again. While Colombia is the clear favorite, my bet is on under 2.5 goals.
