Canada vs Uruguay – Match Preview

At the Bank of America Stadium, Canada and Uruguay will compete in the Copa America bronze match on Saturday, July 14th. The game starts at 00:00 GMT. This match is crucial for both teams as they aim for third place in the competition. Uruguay is the favorite to win, with odds at 1.55. Canada, however, hopes to use their home advantage to defy the odds of 6.25 against them. This match is set to be an exciting showdown as both teams seek a victorious end to their Copa America campaigns.

Canada – Form

Canada has shown resilience and tactical discipline in their last three Copa America matches. They lost 2-0 to Argentina on July 10, as expected by bookmakers. Before that, they secured a 1-1 draw against Venezuela and won in a penalty shootout. They also managed a goalless draw with Chile, showcasing a strong defense. Jacob Shaffelburg’s goal against Venezuela has been Canada’s only goal in these matches.

Uruguay – Form

Uruguay has been impressive on the road, securing notable results in their last three matches. They faced a 0:1 defeat against Colombia on July 11, 2024, in the Copa America Semi Finals. They previously won 1:0 against the USA on July 2, thanks to Mathias Olivera. On June 28, they beat Bolivia 5:0, with goals from Pellistri, Nunez, Araujo, Valverde, and Bentancur.

Canada – Uruguay – Head to Head

The teams last met on September 27, 2022, with Uruguay winning 2:0 in a friendly match. In their past 10 meetings, Uruguay has been the dominant team with 1 victory. Canada has not won against Uruguay, showing a competitive imbalance. The last 5 matches have not seen both teams score, indicating strong defenses or one-sided games. No recent encounters have ended in a draw, pointing to likely decisive outcomes.

Canada – Uruguay – Standings

This Copa America Final Stage match does not involve traditional league standings. Both teams are competing for the bronze, focusing on this single objective. Uruguay, with odds of 1.55, appears stronger, while Canada faces odds of 6.25. The match will be a focused battle, with both sides aiming to finish their campaign on a positive note.

Canada vs Uruguay – Top scorers

Jonathan David leads Canada’s attack with 3 goals in the Copa America. Alphonso Davies and Ismael Kone have each scored 2 goals, while Jacob Shaffelburg also has 2 goals. Cyle Larin adds depth with a crucial goal. For Uruguay, Darwin Nunez stands out with 10 goals. Federico Valverde and Nicolas de la Cruz have each scored 3 goals, showcasing midfield strength. Rodrigo Bentancur and Mathias Olivera have contributed 2 goals each.

Canada vs Uruguay – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Uruguay with odds of 1.55 for an away win. Canada’s odds stand at 6.25, with a draw at 4.00. Uruguay’s record includes not losing 16 of their last 18 home matches. Canada’s recent form includes two draws and two losses in their last five games. The absence of Alphonso Davies could impact Canada’s performance. Uruguay aims to continue their head-to-head success after a 2:0 win in their last meeting.

Alternative betting markets offer various options. “Halftime-fulltime” odds for Uruguay leading at both intervals are 2.05. “Draw-no-bet” odds are 4.50 for Canada and 1.182 for Uruguay. The “double-chance” market offers odds of 1.222 for a Uruguay win or draw.

Canada vs Uruguay – Over/Under Betting

Bookmakers set “goals:over:2.5” at 1.80 and “goals:under:2.5” at 2.00. Canada’s recent games have varied, while Uruguay tends to have tighter matches. The last head-to-head match saw two goals. The “Over 2.5” option at 1.80 could offer value, considering the match’s stakes.

Canada vs Uruguay – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” and “BTTS: No” are both set at 1.909. Canada’s recent matches and Uruguay’s last games suggest “BTTS: No” might be more likely. This reflects in their last encounter where Canada did not score.

Canada vs Uruguay – Prediction